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Property	Property class	Guest rating
el PRADO	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 636 reviews	View
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 445 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 308 reviews	View
The Cardinal Hotel	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 413 reviews	View
Crowper Inn	2.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews	View

Where to stay in University South

Find the best University South areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Stanford

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

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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.

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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.

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Ventura

Though Ventura may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium.

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Top University South Hotel Reviews

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

8/10 Good

"Good value. "

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

4/10 Poor

"Check-in was horrible. They person who checked us in was absolutely rude. None of the staff members were smiling. The hot tub was dirty. While we were in the pool at 7am, there were no towels available. The maintenance guys left the side doors open causing the cold air to come in. When we asked where we can get towels, they didn’t even responded, and took out 5 towels. There were already 10 people in the room at this time. Carpet at 322 were stained. Same with the shower. Heater in the room was not working. "

Frequently asked questions

What is University South like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Palo Alto's University South neighbourhood. Are you looking for University South travel tips? Make sure that you visit Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in University South?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, el PRADO is the highest ranked property in University South. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Stanford University, and it offers private balconies and a fitness centre. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Nobu Hotel Palo Alto and Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto.

How many hotels will I find in the University South area?

Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodation options in University South 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 University South, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in University South.

What can I see and do in this Palo Alto neighbourhood?

Landmarks in University South that you won't want to miss include Stanford Theatre and Hewlett Packard House and Garage. Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Museum of American Heritage are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around University South include Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center, Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Stanford University Arboretum. While you're out sightseeing in Palo Alto, make sure that you visit other sights such as Rinconada Park or Sunset Headquarters and Gardens.

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The Cardinal Hotel

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Crowper Inn

el PRADO

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Where to stay in University South

Stanford

East Palo Alto

Barron Park

Old Palo Alto

Ventura

Top University South Hotel Reviews

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

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