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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Palo Alto?
You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Palo Alto accommodations, which have positive reviews from our guests: Creekside Inn - Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Dinah's Garden Hotel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Palo Alto Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift at this hotel. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking at this motel. El PRADO - Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Palo Alto?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Palo Alto is 460 mm.
What is there to see and do in Palo Alto?
Generally, Palo Alto is known for its university setting, sports and restaurants. Major attractions include Levi's Stadium, SAP Center at San Jose and San Francisco Bay. Get out into nature with places such as Rodin Sculpture Garden, Byxbee Park and Baylands Nature Preserve. Cultural attractions include Bing Concert Hall, Cantor Arts Center and Leland Stanford Junior University Museum of Art.
What's the best way to get to and around Palo Alto while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Palo Alto on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from the city centre. An alternative is San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), located 12.7 mi (20.5 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transport. Train stations including California Ave Station and Palo Alto Station make it easy to explore more of the surrounding area.