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Our top choices for Palo Alto beach 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 ￥111,110
￥137,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
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 ￥48,360
￥55,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
The Stanford Park Hotel
An outdoor dining area with stone walls, fire pits, and wooden tables 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 ￥63,392
￥72,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
An outdoor courtyard with a round table, potted plants, and a hanging lantern.

4. el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (687 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was perfect."
United States
Marissa
The price is ￥51,600
￥59,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
el PRADO
A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.

5. 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 ￥15,834
￥18,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Creekside Inn
A restaurant with outdoor seating surrounded by a garden path and various plants.

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 ￥71,063
￥82,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
A spacious interior with a staircase, a dining area, and a large window providing natural light.

7. 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 ￥35,500
￥41,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
The Westin Palo Alto
A grand lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and ornate columns.

8. The Cardinal Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (514 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and really well located in downtown."
United States
Sherry
The price is ￥23,186
￥26,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The Cardinal Hotel
An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

9. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Ventura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice location and clean room and nice breakfast. Great stay thank you."
United States
Rika
The price is ￥15,087
￥17,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, string lights, wicker furniture, and a view of the city skyline.

10. 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 ￥28,460
￥37,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
A modern hotel entrance with a covered patio, columns, and a fountain.

11. Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 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 ￥25,515
￥29,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
A bedroom with a large bed, a hanging light fixture, floral wallpaper, and a framed picture on the wall.

12. 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 ￥39,446
￥45,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Cowper Inn
A garden with a tiered water feature, a wooden statue, and various plants.

13. 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 ￥26,889
￥31,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto
A neatly made bed with white bedding and pillows, a dark wooden nightstand, and a woven basket.

14. Leland Hotel Palo Alto

Leland Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (410 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 ￥14,592
￥16,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Leland Hotel Palo Alto
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a car parked outside.

15. 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 ￥17,394
￥20,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Hotel Keen
A room with a wooden floor, a round mirror with a decorative frame, and a light switch on the wall.

16. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (498 reviews)
"Great"
United States
Hunter
The price is ￥12,932
￥14,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a wooden deck and outdoor furniture.

17. 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 ￥22,612
￥26,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Best Western Plus Riviera
A hotel lobby with striped chairs, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and framed pictures on the wall.

18. 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 ￥13,385
￥15,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
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.

19. Hotel Parmani

Hotel Parmani
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The overall stay was nice, clean bathroom, nice service and not expensive"
United States
Cristyn
The price is ￥13,316
￥16,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Hotel Parmani
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, (1,537 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and allowed for me to check in super early, which was incredibly convenient."
United States
Martin
The price is ￥25,372
￥28,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
The Ameswell Hotel
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Staff very helpful"
Susan 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Comfort Inn Palo Alto
Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

8/10 Good
"The property is ok. It is old. The room needs to be renovated and updated it is in a safe area. Best part was the 2 front desk clerks who were wonderful."
Lois 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Creekside Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Palo Alto like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its university life and art galleries, Palo Alto offers a lot for the traveler booking a vacation.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Palo Alto?
You can plan your beach trip with a look at the seasons in Palo Alto: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Palo Alto is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do around Palo Alto?
After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Lakeshore Park Beach or Niles Beach for some quality time by the water. Experience the area's university life and art galleries, and make time for local attractions like San Francisco Bay and Palo Alto Art Center. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Palo Alto?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Palo Alto with ease. To get to Palo Alto, book a flight to San Carlos, CA (SQL), the closest major airport, which is located 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from the city center. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from California Ave Station or Palo Alto Station.