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el PRADO

4.0 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of Stanford University

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el PRADO, near Stanford University, offers a warm welcome with Italian cuisine at Il Fornaio and a relaxing garden. Unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services and in-room WiFi while taking advantage of helpful concierge services. Guests rave about the attentive staff.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Living room
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
$227 nightly
The total price is $263
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Work and play perfection
Located in the city center's business district, this hotel offers meeting rooms and a 24-hour center. After work, guests enjoy in-room massages and bar service.
Culinary wonderland
Savor Italian and Spanish dishes at two restaurants. A sophisticated bar elevates the dining. Enjoy full breakfast daily or celebrate with in-room champagne.
Dreamy sleep experience
Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets cradle guests in comfort. In-room massages and champagne service elevate the luxury experience.

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Courtyard King Suite, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Courtyard King Suite, Balcony

  • City view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
520 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA, 94301

What's nearby

  • Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stanford Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stanford University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 13 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 20 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 26 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 36 min drive
  • Atherton Station - 7 min drive
  • Menlo Park Station - 9 min drive
  • Palo Alto Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Curry Pizza House Palo Alto - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hidden Tap and Barrel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maruwu Seicha 丸宇製茶 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marugame Udon - ‬3 min walk

About this property

el PRADO

  • When you stay at el PRADO, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Stanford University and Stanford Stadium. Guests can enjoy the fitness center or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 62 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 70 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (7000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1986
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Height-adjustable showerhead

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 100 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 35 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Court Garden Hotel
Garden Court
Garden Court Hotel
Garden Court Hotel Palo Alto
Garden Court Palo Alto
el PRADO Hotel
el PRADO Palo Alto
Garden Court Hotel
el PRADO Hotel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

Does el PRADO offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, el PRADO does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at el PRADO?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 70 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at el PRADO?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 35 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at el PRADO?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at el PRADO and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and a garden.

Does el PRADO have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around el PRADO like?

El PRADO is in University South, a short 15-minute walk from Stanford University and 14 minutes' walk from Stanford Shopping Center.

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Reviews

el PRADO Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is lovely in every way - quiet, super clean, roomy, elegant. We felt like honored guests and enjoyed padding down the hall in our slippers every morning for coffee. Even the balcony overlooking Cowper was wonderful for morning coffee or afternoon wine. Highly recommend!
Julie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay - big, well appointed rooms in an excellent location
David, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very pretty room, a short walk to food and shops which was great. We went to a concert at Stanford and we could have walked if we wanted. Room was very nice, no room in the mini fridge for our stuff( had to pull out some of the alcohol til we checked out) we don’t drink so a full fridge of alcohol was not a perk for us.
deborah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was super friendly and helpful. And the hotel was beautiful, and way prettier than expected. Definitely would recommend!
Katherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice clean and large room with a balcony facing the courtyard
Peter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel. Good location. Quite clean. Fitness room seemed a bit lacking. Staff were very nice!
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall great stay. The hotel is in a great location to downtown with plenty of shops and restaurants nearby.
Nicole, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A charming classic interior design with a lovely balcony. The staff are friendly and welcoming.
Sung Won, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome room!
Honghao, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location. Helpful staff. Comfortable rooms.
Cora, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Location
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely hotel - comfortable bed, immaculate bath, and quiet.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Place to stay

Outstanding service, amazing place!
Olga, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was excellent ... room, staff, cleanliness and location.
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly staff. Pet friendly. Walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Liz, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is a gem on prime location! Modern luxury setting. Room size is good. So many great restaurants and coffee shops just steps away. 2nd floor library and bar area is perfect place to chat with friends.
Dongping, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great clean hotel at a great location near shops and restaurants in Palo Alto
Sina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are incredibly helpful and pleasant .. among the best of any hotel I've ever been in.
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice room, great location
Marie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall great stay at el Prado! Staff is very friendly and the rooms are clean and comfortable.
Nicole, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Romantic Weekend Getaway

Romantic getaway to downtown Palo Alto. Enjoyed visiting. Art Galleries, Palo Alto Code Art Festival and the Cantor Museum. There are so many great restaurants in the area too! The staff was so kind and helpful and welcomed us with a bottle of champagne and Strawberries for our 30th wedding anniversary.
Dorothea, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully restored hotel, very charming. Staff were gracious and attentive. Lovely room decor.
Marcia E., 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect room location and ambiance

One of the nicest rooms we’ve ever stayed in. Great staff so helpful
gloria, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My most recent stay at El Prado was fantastic! The rooms are a very decent size, the bed super comfortable and the staff is super accommodating and friendly. Highly recommend!
Julie, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet, beautiful. Why stay anywhere else?
Belinda, 2-night trip