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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.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a lamp.
A spacious indoor area with large columns, a patterned floor, and glass doors leading outside.
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
￥22,683
￥25,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, sink, and a large mirror.
A long, narrow hotel corridor with doors on both sides, a carpeted floor, and overhead lighting.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a television, and a small plant.
A spacious indoor area with two leather sofas, a small table, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

2. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Centennial
￥14,305
￥16,156 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 bathroom with a toilet, sink, mirror, and a coffee maker.

3. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
￥17,912
￥20,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Best Western Inn
A modern building with a row of windows and a central entrance.
A modern building with a flat roof, a covered entrance, and a sign for Stafford Inn.
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.

4. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
￥16,651
￥18,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Stafford Inn
A room with two leather chairs, a small table with jars, and a window with a view of the street.
A breakfast table with scrambled eggs, croquettes, and a bottle of Chobani yogurt.
A red door with a white frame, surrounded by dense green ivy.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

5. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
San Carlos
￥11,652
￥13,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
LiA Hotel
A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.
A modern reception area with a white reception desk, wooden paneling, and a colorful hexagonal wall design.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, large windows with sheer curtains, a blue sofa, and a patterned rug.

6. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
￥21,399
￥24,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hyatt Place San Carlos
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a city skyline at dusk.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a pool, and glass walls offering views of the surrounding area.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, wooden flooring, and a mix of seating areas including bar stools and cushioned chairs.
A waterfront pathway lined with white flowers and a building with a modern design.

7. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
￥18,902
￥25,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, stone walls, and a modern building in the background.
A modern reception area with a curved desk, a digital clock, and a decorative vase.
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a wooden side table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large mirror reflecting the room.
A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and seating area.

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
San Carlos
￥17,690
￥20,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a building with a white facade.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, mirror, towel rack, and shower curtain.
A parking lot with a blue sign, a white building, and a red car.
A lobby with a seating area, large windows, and a stone wall with a TV.

9. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Belmont
￥13,169
￥15,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television.
A hotel lobby with a pool, seating areas, and a bar.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.
A spacious atrium with a central pool, multiple balconies, and a seating area with a flat-screen TV.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
San Carlos
￥18,863
￥21,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Great, peaceful, and easy hotel given the motel layout. We stayed in a suite, which was very spacious, clean, and comfortable for the three of us. The staff was OK. Breakfast was edible. Great option for the price and location."
Stephanie Van 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"I always stay here when we have something in SF or Santa Clara. The location is convenient, the pool is indoor and good size for my kids with right temperature. I will definitely stay here again!"
Darlene Faith 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"A"
Loren 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Comfort Inn 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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