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Tonight
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Tomorrow
15 Oct - 16 Oct
This weekend
16 Oct - 18 Oct
Next weekend
23 Oct - 25 Oct

Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

8/10 Good
"Loved the vibe and decor"
JILL 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Leland Hotel Palo Alto

Leland Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Good, Thank you all!!!!!!!!"
Yu-Hong 12-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Leland Hotel Palo Alto
The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn

8/10 Good
"Rooms clean"
Saheed 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
The Palo Alto Inn
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"The room was spacious and clean. Parking was free and plentiful. The rate was affordable. Breakfast was good. The only downside was that the toilet ran, but it was not audible with the door closed."
Scott 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was very kind and accommodating. Location was perfect and the parking garage was huge plus. Will definitely stay there again."
Alicia 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
The Westin Palo Alto

The Westin Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"I will return thank you"
Luis de Jesus 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Westin Palo Alto
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Very Clean, great location!"
Juan 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Palo Alto?
A trip to the sights with historical relevance in Palo Alto is likely on top of your travel itinerary. While you're here, you might want to visit the university campus and major shopping area. You can also take some time enjoying the picturesque gardens.
How many historical hotels are located in Palo Alto?
In Palo Alto, there are 159 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the top historical places and other sights to visit in Palo Alto?
Palo Alto is notable for landmarks like Hoover Tower, Stanford Theatre and Hewlett Packard House and Garage. Cultural venues include Cantor Arts Center, Rodin Sculpture Garden and Leland Stanford Junior University Museum of Art. San Francisco Bay is another popular sight to explore.
What is a historic hotel like in Palo Alto?
When you choose a historic hotel, you'll stay someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Palo Alto, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Palo Alto have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Palo Alto, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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