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Palo Alto Hotel Guide. Hotels in University South, Palo Alto, United States of America

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Our top choices for University South hotels

Interior

1. The Cardinal Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (472 reviews)
"This hotel is awesome! So much charm, everyone was so kind and helpful and the breakfast was fantastic!"
United States
John
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
The Cardinal Hotel
Outdoor wedding area

2. el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (664 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was perfect."
United States
Marissa
The price is €285
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
el PRADO
Exterior

3. Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (358 reviews)
"Favorite spot we stayed on our roadtrip. Comfortable. Great location. Style and decor perfect. Staff helpful and friendly. Totally staying there again if ever in the area."
United States
Jeffery
The price is €231
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

4. Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (462 reviews)
"Great location, nice breakfast in a beautiful garden"
United States
Charles
The price is €457
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

5. Crowper Inn

Crowper Inn
2.0 star property
University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Nice location, good atmosphere, and very comfortable."
United States
colin
The price is €300
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Crowper Inn
Property entrance

6. Menlo Park Inn

Menlo Park Inn
3.0 star property
3 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Very clean, very nice inn. Will definitely stay here again."
United States
Danielle
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Menlo Park Inn
Exterior

7. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres, 4.6 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,432 reviews)
"Enjoyable breakfast … enjoyed my stay."
United States
MARK
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Terrace/patio

8. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Ventura, 3.8 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, nicely appointed room, really comfortable bed, very helpful staff."
United States
Allison
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
View from room

9. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
5.2 km from University South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel!"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Property grounds

10. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
Barron Park, 3.4 km from University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,860 reviews)
"Beautiful place"
United States
Miriam
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Creekside Inn
Exterior

11. The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
5.1 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean and staff were very friendly. Parking is free too."
United States
kathy
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
The Palo Alto Inn
Restaurant

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
8.7 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Rooms were very nice and spacious. Breakfast was good. Everything was clean and i like that the parking lot has an elevator that can take you to your room floor!"
United States
Cecilia
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
Poolside bar

13. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
7.6 km from University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,407 reviews)
"The staff was amazing. The rooms were very clean and the amenities were as advertised."
United States
G. Aaron
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Front of property

14. The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
8.9 km from University South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,393 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
fernando
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
The Ameswell Hotel
Exterior

15. Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG
2.5 star property
7.1 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The place looked very nice and clean, the staff was helpful and friendly, thank you so much for allowing us to stay at the Holiday Inn Express."
United States
Robert
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG
Memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

16. Atherton Park Inn & Suites

Atherton Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.8 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Cindy
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Atherton Park Inn & Suites
Garden

17. Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
3.5 star property
14.1 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Riti
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Lobby

18. Hotel Avante - JDV by Hyatt

Hotel Avante - JDV by Hyatt
3.0 star property
11.3 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"It was a great stay!"
United States
Navid
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Hotel Avante - JDV by Hyatt
Reception

19. Miramar Inn

Miramar Inn
2.0 star property
26.8 km from University South
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room economical, great location, budget friendly"
United States
Kathy
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Miramar Inn
Lobby lounge

20. Aloft by Marriott Mountain View

Aloft by Marriott Mountain View
3.0 star property
11.3 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff."
United States
Robert
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Aloft by Marriott Mountain View
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Compare popular hotels in University South

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor wedding area
el PRADO
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
664 reviews
View
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Crowper Inn
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
6 reviews
View
Interior
The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
472 reviews
View
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
462 reviews
View
Exterior
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
358 reviews
View

Where to stay in University South

Find the best University South areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A university campus with a prominent clock tower, red-roofed buildings, and a central green space.

Stanford

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a cityscape with modern buildings.

East Palo Alto

You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in East Palo Alto. You might want to make time for a stop at San Francisco Bay or Silicon Valley.

A person standing on a path with a building in the background.

Ventura

Though Ventura may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palo Alto Art Center and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo.

An aerial view of a city with a prominent road, green spaces, and buildings.

Barron Park

While Barron Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Antonio Shopping Center and San Andreas Fault Trail.

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Old Palo Alto

When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Palo Alto Art Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top University South Hotel Reviews

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

10/10 Excellent
"This Inn was absolutely charming! The view from our balcony was beautiful. We had an ocean view and the small marina. Our stay was wonderful. My daughters enjoyed the variety of choices at breakfast and the attentive staff."
Sarah 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is University South like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Palo Alto's University South neighbourhood. Are you looking for University South travel tips? Make sure that you visit Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in University South?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, el PRADO is the highest ranked property in University South. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Stanford University, and it offers private balconies and a fitness centre. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Nobu Hotel Palo Alto and Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto.
How many hotels will I find in the University South area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Palo Alto, choose from one of Expedia's 17 hotels and other accommodation options in University South.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University South, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in University South.
What can I see and do in this Palo Alto neighbourhood?
Landmarks in University South that you won't want to miss include Stanford Theatre and Hewlett Packard House and Garage. Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Museum of American Heritage are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around University South include Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center, Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Stanford University Arboretum. While you're out sightseeing in Palo Alto, make sure that you visit other sights such as Rinconada Park or Sunset Headquarters and Gardens.