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Our top choices for Palo Alto boutique hotels

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a fire feature, and potted plants.

1. Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort

Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort
5.0 star property
Palo Alto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (142 reviews)
"A very pleasant stay at this hotel…nice and quiet staff is super friendly and best of all its all inclusive. Service wise this is better than the four seasons palo alto"
United States
Vedder
The price is €1,100
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by buildings and trees.

2. The Stanford Park Hotel

The Stanford Park Hotel
4.5 star property
Menlo Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff, location and the large rooms were wonderful. I also loved the dining and live music in the lovely courtyard/patio. This is a hotel I love to come back to!"
United States
molly
The price is €315
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
The Stanford Park Hotel
A modern living room with a curved sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

3. Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
5.0 star property
East Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (725 reviews)
"Staff was amazing! Will visit again."
United States
Soneli
The price is €408
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.

4. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
Barron Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,917 reviews)
"I really enjoyed staying here"
United States
Ian
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Creekside Inn
An outdoor patio area with a fireplace, seating, and string lights.

5. el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (688 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was perfect."
United States
Marissa
The price is €363
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
el PRADO
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant mountains.

6. Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"The staff is very nice. Excellent food. Clean property and nice."
Thailand
Icey Juthapohn
The price is €487
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, string lights, wicker furniture, and a view of the city skyline.

7. Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (398 reviews)
"Great location, neat decorations"
United States
Dimitris
The price is €192
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
A spacious interior with a staircase, a dining area, and a large window providing natural light.

8. The Westin Palo Alto

The Westin Palo Alto
4.0 star property
Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"we truly enjoyed this hotel"
United States
Kari
The price is €242
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
The Westin Palo Alto
A modern outdoor patio area with a stone water feature, seating, and a well-lit entrance.

9. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Ventura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location and clean room and nice breakfast. Great stay thank you."
United States
Rika
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
A modern hotel entrance with a covered patio, columns, and a fountain.

10. Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"The Sheraton Palo Alto is reasonably priced, easy to access, and very comfortable. Staff are lovely and and quite helpful."
United States
Carol
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
A bedroom with a large bed, a hanging light fixture, floral wallpaper, and a framed picture on the wall.

11. Cowper Inn

Cowper Inn
2.0 star property
University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Nice location, good atmosphere, and very comfortable."
United States
colin
The price is €280
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Cowper Inn
A restaurant with round tables and chairs, a 'No Smoking' sign, and an 'Ice' sign indicating self-service.

12. Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (609 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and the parking was good."
United States
Cheri
The price is €176
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto
A neatly made bed with white bedding and pillows, a dark wooden nightstand, and a woven basket.

13. Leland Hotel Palo Alto

Leland Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (412 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and within 4 blocks of my business visit. The hotel is next to a busy street and there is currently construction next door which makes it noisy during the day."
United States
Michael
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Leland Hotel Palo Alto
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a car parked outside.

14. Hotel Keen

Hotel Keen
3.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (769 reviews)
"Coffee machine was key!"
United States
Charles
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hotel Keen
A hallway with a wooden floor, a white door, and a mirror on the wall.

15. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (499 reviews)
"Great"
United States
Hunter
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a wooden deck and outdoor furniture.

16. Best Western Plus Riviera

Best Western Plus Riviera
2.5 star property
Menlo Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (774 reviews)
"Love this place."
United States
Anne
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Best Western Plus Riviera
A hotel lobby with striped chairs, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and framed pictures on the wall.

17. Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and inexpensive near the University of Stanford Medical Center."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Comfort Inn Palo Alto
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a television, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

18. Hotel Parmani

Hotel Parmani
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The overall stay was nice, clean bathroom, nice service and not expensive"
United States
Cristyn
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel Parmani
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, sofas, and tables, surrounded by trees and a staircase leading to an upper level.

19. The Cottages Hotel

The Cottages Hotel
3.0 star property
Menlo Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (636 reviews)
"Amazing time with excellent customer service, can’t wait to stay again!"
United States
Quiara
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Cottages Hotel
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

20. The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
Mountain View
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,543 reviews)
"Very nice stay, nice staff, clean rooms"
United States
Sarah
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Ameswell Hotel
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

el PRADO

el PRADO

10/10 Excellent
"Location is great and close to restaurants. Rooms are spacious and well decorated. The gym is pretty good, The staff are very helpful."
kamiar 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
el PRADO

Frequently asked questions

What's the best boutique-style accommodation in Palo Alto?
Dinah's Garden Hotel is a favourite hotel with Expedia travellers looking for a stylish stay, and features a poolside restaurant and free parking. If you want to stay at a boutique hotel, you might also want to look at el PRADO.
What's there to see and do in Palo Alto?
The shopping, restaurants and cafes are just some of the things to enjoy while you're in the area. Top activities and sights around Palo Alto include Levi's Stadium, SAP Center at San Jose and San Francisco Bay. You might also like to explore more of the area and take in additional sights like Palo Alto Art Center, Stanford Stadium and Stanford Shopping Center while you're here.
What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Palo Alto?
Understanding the weather in Palo Alto is important when planning your trip. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Palo Alto is 460 mm.
What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Palo Alto?
You have a few options for transportation to and around Palo Alto. The closest major airport is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from the heart of the city, but San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) may also be an option. To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from California Ave Station or Palo Alto Station.