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Explore Palo Alto

Palo Alto, “tall tree” in Spanish, in California’s Silicon Valley, is a popular business travel destination, as well as a cultural hub (being home to Stanford University). Why not book a Palo Alto getaway and see for yourself all that is on offer. Its climate is mild: winter temperature average no lower than 58ºF and summer temperatures average around 78ºF.

When to go to Palo Alto

Spring and fall are ideal seasons to visit Palo Alto, so check out deals on hotel rooms in Palo Alto during this period, or come in summer and experience the various arts and crafts festivals held annually in the city.

How to get to Palo Alto

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International (SJC), 20 miles from Palo Alto, is the closest airport to the city, while many travelers choose to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 25 miles away. Both airports are easily reachable from Palo Alto’s downtown hotels by airport shuttle, bus or taxi. Caltrain rail services stop at the station in downtown Palo Alto, while bus services within Palo Alto are operated by Santa Clara VTA. Free shuttles run within the city, notably the Marguerite, which serves the university, making travel in Palo Alto accessible to all.

Why visit Palo Alto?

Many people come to Palo Alto, purely for the purpose of visiting Stanford University, arguably the best known of Palo Alto attractions. However, other highlights in the city include the Stanford University Arboretum and HP garage, the birthplace of Silicon Valley. Many popular hotels are located on the border with neighboring Mountain View, such as the Holiday Inn Express Mountain View and the Best Western Mountain View, from which Palo Alto’s key attractions can easily be accessed.

Where to stay in Palo Alto

Hotels.com offers a range of accommodation options to suit all budgets, ranging from bed and breakfast hotels and cheap motels to global chain properties, such as the Crowne Plaza Cabana Hotel, Palo Alto. Before you book your holiday in Palo Alto, make sure you read the various Palo Alto reviews on our website to help find the right place for you.

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Top rated Palo Alto Hotels

Dinah's Garden Hotel
4.4 from 203 guest ratings

3.5 stars
The Zen Hotel
4.4 from 194 guest ratings

2.5 stars
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
4.4 from 35 guest ratings

5.0 stars
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto
4.3 from 114 guest ratings

3.5 stars
Creekside Inn
4.1 from 215 guest ratings

3.5 stars
Comfort Inn Palo Alto Stanford University
4.1 from 194 guest ratings

2.0 stars
Cardinal Hotel
4.1 from 27 guest ratings

2.0 stars
Days Inn Palo Alto-Stanford
4.0 from 37 guest ratings

2.0 stars
Americas Best Value Inn - Sky Ranch
4.0 from 27 guest ratings

2.0 stars
Quality Inn Stanford/Silicon Valley
3.9 from 65 guest ratings

2.0 stars
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Recently reviewed Palo Alto Hotels

Palo Alto Lodge
3.3 from 28 guest ratings

2.5 stars

"desert motel in PALO ALTO!!!" Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Feb 16, 2013

The rooms are very clean and comfortable with many amenities, plus you are not nickel and dimed here for using them. Perfect for anyone who is looking for style, especially mid-century modern enthusiasts. Great change of pace from the usual business hotels I'm put at all the time, and way cheaper and personal.
Oak Motel Palo Alto
3.4 from 123 guest ratings

2.0 stars

"not as close to the Hospital" Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Feb 1, 2013

Our stay was ok. There are some problems inside the room. The breakfast is not that great! No decaf coffee available, limited Juice selection. The wall sockets are loose and some of them are not even working. The toilet is making too much noise. But the service is excellent.
Super 8 Palo Alto / Stanford
3.5 from 52 guest ratings

2.0 stars

"" Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Dec 1, 2012

The in trance of the hotel was completely bizarre. However I was only blocks away from downtown and freeway entrances.
Travelodge Palo Alto Silicon Valley
3.1 from 27 guest ratings

2.0 stars

"Stanfor PowWow" Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on May 15, 2012

Kind of loud through the halls, but overall satisfied