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Our top choices for Downtown North hotels

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a car parked outside.

1. Hotel Keen

Hotel Keen
3.0 star property
Downtown North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (766 reviews)
"Simple, clean accommodations in walking distance to many restaurants and the Stanford campus (specifically the Frost Amphitheater)."
United States
Lisa
The price is Rp2.691.895
Rp3.114.388 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hotel Keen
A Menlo Park Inn building with a parking lot and a row of rooms.

2. Menlo Park Inn

Menlo Park Inn
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Downtown North
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
CHAD
The price is Rp2.371.909
Rp2.792.334 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Menlo Park Inn
A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.

3. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
Barron Park, 4.1 km from Downtown North
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,910 reviews)
"I really enjoyed staying here"
United States
Ian
The price is Rp2.594.145
Rp3.001.297 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Creekside Inn
An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

4. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Ventura, 4.6 km from Downtown North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice location and clean room and nice breakfast. Great stay thank you."
United States
Rika
The price is Rp1.963.064
Rp2.271.175 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
15.1 km from Downtown North
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,208 reviews)
"Great overall stay!"
United States
Ashley
The price is Rp2.172.708
Rp2.497.420 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

6. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
8.4 km from Downtown North
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,471 reviews)
"Absolutely the best hotel ever!"
United States
Angelica
The price is Rp3.025.607
Rp3.334.076 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

7. The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
9.7 km from Downtown North
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,504 reviews)
"Drinks at the bar were great, breakfast was delicious! Very clean, comfortable stay!"
United States
Adriana
The price is Rp2.723.941
Rp3.042.505 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Ameswell Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

8. Atherton Park Inn & Suites

Atherton Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5 km from Downtown North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place/location."
United States
Marshall
The price is Rp2.205.650
Rp2.489.412 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Atherton Park Inn & Suites
A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

9. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres, 5.3 km from Downtown North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,480 reviews)
"Good place to stay for a night!"
United States
Trae
The price is Rp2.028.452
Rp2.346.817 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, wooden paneling on the ceiling, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

10. Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG
2.5 star property
6.3 km from Downtown North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Very clean resort staff was helpful many restaurants that were very close to the hotel"
United States
Karina
The price is Rp2.327.390
Rp2.624.132 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
9.5 km from Downtown North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great rooms, helpful staff, affordable price"
United States
Tejas
The price is Rp2.040.584
Rp2.248.622 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
A modern outdoor lounge area with seating, fire pits, and large umbrellas.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
22.9 km from Downtown North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,623 reviews)
"Nice hotel and friendly staff"
United States
Suan
The price is Rp2.476.343
Rp2.815.478 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.

13. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
6 km from Downtown North
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Megan
The price is Rp2.734.197
Rp3.163.466 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Dinah's Garden Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with blue and white seating areas, surrounded by glass walls and modern lighting.

14. Aloft by Marriott Cupertino

Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Downtown North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,152 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
John
The price is Rp2.078.538
Rp2.332.015 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and surrounding tall trees.

15. The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
5.9 km from Downtown North
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Helpful Front desk staff and good value"
United States
Devon
The price is Rp1.923.051
Rp2.221.124 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
The Palo Alto Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a television, and a small plant.

16. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Downtown North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,047 reviews)
"Very beautiful property within reach to many places"
United States
Nishitha
The price is Rp1.700.500
Rp1.920.670 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a city skyline at dusk.

17. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
12 km from Downtown North
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Just a great stay! Great bar staff and restaurant!"
United States
Michael
The price is Rp2.134.575
Rp2.833.951 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
A hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

18. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
4.0 star property
22.3 km from Downtown North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,225 reviews)
"Room was very clean and breakfast was very good as well"
United States
Yvonne
The price is Rp2.185.720
Rp2.485.079 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with armchairs.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley

Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
3.0 star property
14.9 km from Downtown North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,128 reviews)
"Clean room, good location,"
United States
Clarence
The price is Rp1.682.882
Rp1.918.485 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, and a large glass door leading outside.

20. Holiday Inn Express Fremont-Milpitas Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Fremont-Milpitas Central by IHG
2.5 star property
18.1 km from Downtown North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Jazmin
The price is Rp1.825.800
Rp2.011.940 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Fremont-Milpitas Central by IHG
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Hotels recommended for families in Downtown North

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a car parked outside.

Hotel Keen

Hotel Keen
3.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (766)
The price is Rp2.691.895
Rp3.114.388 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hotel Keen

Where to stay in Downtown North

Find the best Downtown North areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A university campus with a prominent clock tower, red-roofed buildings, and a central green space.

Stanford

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Hoover Tower or Stanford Stadium.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a cityscape with modern buildings.

East Palo Alto

You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in East Palo Alto. You might want to make time for a stop at San Francisco Bay or Silicon Valley.

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Barron Park

While Barron Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Antonio Shopping Center and San Andreas Fault Trail.

A stone corridor with arches and columns, leading to a door at the end.

Old Palo Alto

When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A university campus with red-roofed buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a sunset sky.

University South

While visiting University South, you might make a stop by sights like Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre.

Top Downtown North Hotel Reviews

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

10/10 Excellent
"A"
Fenil 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown North like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Palo Alto's Downtown North neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Stanford Theatre as part of your Downtown North travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown North?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Keen is the highest ranked property in Downtown North. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Stanford University, and it offers free breakfast and free WiFi.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown North area?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown North to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Palo Alto area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown North, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Downtown North.
What can I see and do in this Palo Alto neighbourhood?
Stanford Theatre is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Downtown North. While you're out sightseeing in Palo Alto, make sure that you visit other sights such as Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market or Sunset Headquarters and Gardens.