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Oct 10 - Oct 11
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Oct 9 - Oct 11
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Our top choices for Palo Alto beach hotels

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, including bar stools and high tables, and a visible kitchen area with bar equipment.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a lamp.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City

Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Bair Island
￥21,948
￥24,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a city skyline at dusk.
A waterfront pathway lined with white flowers and a building with a modern design.
A large, modern hotel with a prominent "Grand Bay" sign, featuring a symmetrical facade, multiple floors, and a waterfront location.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, wooden flooring, and a mix of seating areas including bar stools and cushioned chairs.

2. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
￥17,345
￥23,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, sink, and a large mirror.
A spacious indoor area with two leather sofas, a small table, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A building entrance with large glass doors, a stone-paved area, and a view of the street and trees.
A long, narrow hotel corridor with doors on both sides, a carpeted floor, and overhead lighting.

3. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Centennial
￥15,001
￥16,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
A hotel entrance with a 'BW Best Western' sign, glass doors, and a seating area visible inside.
A reception area with a reception desk, two blue armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a tiled floor.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, a heater, and a shower area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

4. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
￥19,738
￥22,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Best Western Inn
A modern building with a row of windows and a central entrance.
A hotel entrance with a glass door, an exit sign above, and a small cabinet to the left.
A hotel entrance with a stone bench, a ramp, and a handrail.
A reception area with a desk, a bulletin board, a door with an exit sign, and a view of a parking lot with autumn trees.

5. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
￥14,822
￥16,712 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Stafford Inn
A modern outdoor lounge area with seating, fire pits, and large umbrellas.
A hotel entrance with a dark facade, glass doors, and a welcoming outdoor area with potted plants and a carpeted path.
A modern living room with a stone wall fireplace, leather chairs, and a wooden floor.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a television screen.

6. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Bayfront
￥19,571
￥22,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottoman, and a fireplace.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, hanging light fixtures, and framed artwork on the walls.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
￥19,033
￥21,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a curved wooden balcony, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.
A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
An outdoor patio with a tiled floor, a round table with chairs, and an umbrella.

8. Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
￥20,604
￥23,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television.
A hotel lobby with a pool, seating areas, and a bar.
A spacious atrium with a central pool, multiple balconies, and a seating area with a flat-screen TV.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
San Carlos
￥18,790
￥21,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, and a large window with a city view.
A bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a towel dispenser.
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and baked goods, served in metal containers.
A conference room with tables, chairs, and water bottles.

10. Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG
Belmont
￥19,264
￥22,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and comfortable. Bed was amazing."
Randy 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"I was staying to get to a concert at Frost Amphitheater. Great location, and reasonably priced. 👍"
Carol 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Comfort Inn Palo Alto
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Front desk staff were exteremely helpful. Asian guy with glasses, do not remember his name. He assisted us greatly."
Dmitry 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"paula is responsible for client experience and she is phenomenal!!"
SANDY 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

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.

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