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Our top choices for Palo Alto vacation rentals

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1. Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa

Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa
4.0 star property
Menlo Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (36 reviews)
"The property was beautiful and looked exactly like the photos. It was in a very nice clean area, pet friendly, and had a lot of space to work. We did not get to check out the gym but it looked very nice as well! Definitely looking forward to staying at other Kasa properties in the future!"
United States
Tiffanie
The price is ￥33,646
￥38,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa
A modern, well-lit room with a bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing natural light.

2. Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience

Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience
Midtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"It was a great cozy space and perfect for our trip to the area! Super accessible, but also very private. Absolutely worth the trip here!"
United States
Cera B.
The price is ￥18,402
￥32,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience
A two-story house with a garage, a front door, and a well-maintained lawn.

3. 10 mins walk 2 Palo Alto DT, Stanford, Dinning&Markets

10 mins walk 2 Palo Alto DT, Stanford, Dinning&Markets
University South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Great place. Close to town."
United States
Bryan J.
10 mins walk 2 Palo Alto DT, Stanford, Dinning&Markets
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a TV, and a window.

4. Modern poolside house with AC Downtown Mountain View!

Modern poolside house with AC Downtown Mountain View!
Shoreline West
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Cute and comfy, convenient location, responsive host. Excellent for my extended stay."
United States
Nancy A.
Modern poolside house with AC Downtown Mountain View!
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area.

5. 2 Beds, 1 Bath, Kitchen private space, Furnished Stanford, Palo Alto, Menlo Park

2 Beds, 1 Bath, Kitchen private space, Furnished Stanford, Palo Alto, Menlo Park
Menlo Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (13 reviews)
"Great placeGreat location 10 minutes from everything Palo Alto and Menlo Park"
United States
Christopher W.
The price is ￥22,507
￥45,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
2 Beds, 1 Bath, Kitchen private space, Furnished Stanford, Palo Alto, Menlo Park
An outdoor patio area with a wooden deck, two wicker chairs, a small table, and a wooden staircase leading to an upper level.

6. Nice one bedroom apartment for short getaways or temporary housing w/ fast WiFi

Nice one bedroom apartment for short getaways or temporary housing w/ fast WiFi
East Palo Alto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (23 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay! Great location and perfect for our needs. Will book again!"
United States
Jill J.
The price is ￥20,289
￥46,316 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Nice one bedroom apartment for short getaways or temporary housing w/ fast WiFi
A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a door, and a wooden floor.

7. Private Silicon Valley Suite 1BR 1Ba WiFi, A.C & Parking

Private Silicon Valley Suite 1BR 1Ba WiFi, A.C & Parking
East Palo Alto
The price is ￥13,589
￥26,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Private Silicon Valley Suite 1BR 1Ba WiFi, A.C & Parking
A two-story house with a gabled roof and a front porch.

8. Modern Guesthouse Retreat in the Heart of Silicon Valley

Modern Guesthouse Retreat in the Heart of Silicon Valley
West Menlo Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"We weren’t actually able to stay at this lovely-looking property, but the hosts were kind and communication was great. "
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥36,174
￥48,756 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Modern Guesthouse Retreat in the Heart of Silicon Valley
A bedroom with a bed, a window, an air conditioning unit, and a door leading to another room.

9. Marbella Lane - 3BR House Dtwn RWC Parking

Marbella Lane - 3BR House Dtwn RWC Parking
3.0 star property
Palm Park
Marbella Lane - 3BR House Dtwn RWC Parking
A compact kitchen with a central island, bar stools, wooden cabinets, and a clock on the wall.

10. Quaint, cute two bedroom home

Quaint, cute two bedroom home
Mountain View
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Nice quiet stay. "
United States
Zach B.
Quaint, cute two bedroom home
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a trash bin, and a painting on the wall.

11. @ Marbella Lane - 2BR Guest House |DTWN RWC| Pking

@ Marbella Lane - 2BR Guest House |DTWN RWC| Pking
Palm Park
7.4 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"Nice clean quiet place to spend the night while on a short business trip."
United States
Don
@ Marbella Lane - 2BR Guest House |DTWN RWC| Pking
A bedroom with a bed, a window, an air conditioning unit, and a door leading to another room.

12. Marbella Lane - 3BR House | DTWN RWC | Parking

Marbella Lane - 3BR House | DTWN RWC | Parking
Palm Park
7.4 out of 10, Good, (27 reviews)
"Good location, great house and very spacious "
United States
Anika S.
The price is ￥38,848
￥92,056 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Marbella Lane - 3BR House | DTWN RWC | Parking
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, mirror, and a wall with vertical wooden slats.

13. Brand-new deluxe guesthouse with king bed in MPK, 1mi to Meta, 3mi to Stanford

Brand-new deluxe guesthouse with king bed in MPK, 1mi to Meta, 3mi to Stanford
Suburban Park - Lorelei Manor - Flood Park Triangle
The price is ￥42,182
￥45,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Brand-new deluxe guesthouse with king bed in MPK, 1mi to Meta, 3mi to Stanford
A three-tiered fountain in a landscaped garden with a house in the background.

14. ADU studio guesthouse unit in a brand new 2/3 acre Spanish mansion In Atherton

ADU studio guesthouse unit in a brand new 2/3 acre Spanish mansion In Atherton
Fair Oaks
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great restful stay at a cute spot near Stanford health care facilities."
United States
Mike M.
The price is ￥35,860
￥56,545 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
ADU studio guesthouse unit in a brand new 2/3 acre Spanish mansion In Atherton
Free Wifi - seat back and relax while you watch your favorite movie.

15. Chic and Comfy Home in the Heart of Silicon Valley

Chic and Comfy Home in the Heart of Silicon Valley
North Whisman
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"We were in town for the niners game and this location was perfect for the stay def would come again"
United States
Nancy Q.
Chic and Comfy Home in the Heart of Silicon Valley
A modern living room with a brown sofa, round coffee table, and dining area with chairs.

16. Best location/ Google/ BBQ/ BIG yard/2 free park

Best location/ Google/ BBQ/ BIG yard/2 free park
North Whisman
The price is ￥42,214
￥78,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Best location/ Google/ BBQ/ BIG yard/2 free park
A room with a wooden floor, a potted plant, a table, and a colorful arcade machine.

17. 3B house in Redwood City Walk to Caltrain with AC Parking near Stanford 1Gbps

3B house in Redwood City Walk to Caltrain with AC Parking near Stanford 1Gbps
Roosevelt
The price is ￥39,635
￥69,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
3B house in Redwood City Walk to Caltrain with AC Parking near Stanford 1Gbps
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

18. Spacious 4-bedroom sleek brand new townhome in the heart of Silicon Valley

Spacious 4-bedroom sleek brand new townhome in the heart of Silicon Valley
Palm Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Very spacious and the extra bed was handy and comfortable. Everything was clean and the garage parking was an extra perk! On a busy street, but it was quiet inside and the nearby traffic light ensured breaks in traffic while waiting to pull out. "
United States
Linda J.
The price is ￥88,045
￥139,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Spacious 4-bedroom sleek brand new townhome in the heart of Silicon Valley
A modern living room with a brown sofa, round coffee table, and dining area with chairs and a small table. Decorative wall art and a wooden door are visible.

19. Walk to Google 3BR Home Yard & Kitchen

Walk to Google 3BR Home Yard & Kitchen
2.0 star property
North Whisman
The price is ￥141,411
￥180,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Walk to Google 3BR Home Yard & Kitchen
A spacious living room with two sofas, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

20. Modern 4bd Getaway In Downtown MV With Pool!

Modern 4bd Getaway In Downtown MV With Pool!
Shoreline West
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"great place lots of room for entertaining family, pool was a big plus for the little ones!"
United States
Kathleen G.
The price is ￥58,194
￥102,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Modern 4bd Getaway In Downtown MV With Pool!
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Nice and clean room, bed and pillows are comfy. Good breakfast!"
PERLA 1-night trip
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The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Palo Alto?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals in Palo Alto near Palo Alto Art Center, or you can select a secluded option if you're looking for extra privacy while you relax. Visitors like the college campus and picturesque gardens in Palo Alto. Make sure to also enjoy the array of shops and top-notch restaurants during your vacation.

What's the top vacation rental that Palo Alto has to offer?

Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home: This vacation home rental near Palo Alto offers a garden, a selection of books, and a Smart TV to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a stovetop, a microwave, and an electric kettle, so you can cook with friends or family.

How many vacation rentals are there in Palo Alto?

Choose from 76 Expedia vacation rentals in Palo Alto for a memorable vacation.

What can I see and do in Palo Alto?

Family-friendly attractions include Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and The EcoCenter, whereas San Francisco Bay and Silicon Valley are a couple of great spots to enjoy the outdoors. While in the area, you can also visit popular places like Levi's Stadium and SAP Center at San Jose.

What are vacation rentals like in Palo Alto?

Vacation rentals are privately owned accommodations you can stay in for several days or longer in Palo Alto. Vacation rentals feature amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll have everything you want. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a vacation rental can provide a sense of safety away from public hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a great option for families.