Palo Alto

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Palo Alto

Where to stay in Palo Alto

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Stanford

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

Stanford
It looks pretty but it's too fruity.

East Palo Alto

Situated near the Baylands Nature Preserve, East Palo Alto offers access to a scenic marshland trail and is close to the Ravenswood 101 shopping center. Convenient transportation options include U.S. Route 101 and SamTrans.

East Palo Alto
These guys fuse Vietnamese food with their own, local knowledge, in a beautiful low lit setting, and hit it out of the park. Shaking beef, black cod, crab and shrimp noodles, dry sauteed curry string beans, accompanied by a frosty Saigon Vietnamese beer. Reminded me of Monsoon in Seattle, or The Slanted Door in SF. Good, knowledgable and helpful wait staff provide a very memorable dining experience. Can't wait to go back.

University South

4/5(1 area review)

While University South might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stanford Stadium and Stanford Shopping Center.

University South
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Old Palo Alto

Old Palo Alto might not have many top sights, but Stanford Stadium and Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Old Palo Alto
That's a lamb roasting in the middle of the restaurant. Deals are being done over spanikopita and tsatsiki. Great spot

Downtown North

Though Downtown North might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford Theatre.

Downtown North
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Ventura

5/5(2 area reviews)

While Ventura might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stanford Stadium and San Antonio Shopping Center.

Ventura
Creekside Inn
Creekside Inn
3.5 out of 5
3400 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA
The price is CA $125 per night from May 27 to May 28
CA $125
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this hotel in Palo Alto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,280 reviews)
Good night stay
"The room was clean and I love the shower"

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

Creekside Inn
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 out of 5
4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA
The price is CA $196 per night from May 17 to May 18
CA $196
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Palo Alto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely setting…the desk person who checked me in said she would call me about breakfast reservations and I never heard. When I went back to the front desk, the desk person did call me. The breakfast poolside was not very good c"

Reviewed on May 13, 2024

Dinah's Garden Hotel
Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort
Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort
5 out of 5
711 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA
The price is CA $1,064 per night from May 17 to May 18
CA $1,064
CA $1,314 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Palo Alto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Shoreline Amphitheatre and Stanford University ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
"gym needs to expand it's tiny Service is the best"

Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2024

Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort
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Charming Palo Alto Home Next to Stanford
Charming Palo Alto Home Next to Stanford
3 out of 5
2330 Princeton St, Main House, Palo Alto, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Palo Alto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Shoreline Amphitheatre ...
2/10 (1 review)
"This property was double-booked. I had an Expedia confirmation number, but I was turned away and had no place to stay."

Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2024

Charming Palo Alto Home Next to Stanford
Minutes to Techs & Stanford Uni! Cozy 2BR House
Minutes to Techs & Stanford Uni! Cozy 2BR House
East Palo Alto
Stay at this vacation home in Palo Alto. Popular attractions Shoreline Amphitheatre and Facebook Campus are located nearby.
4.2/10 (9 reviews)
"This is a good place for a budget focused stay. The furniture was uncomfortable and some items were broken. Ant infestation in the kitchen. Many light bulbs were burned out. Appears to be a leak under the kitchen sink. Many patches in the walls and a stain on the kitchen wall. The filter in the refrigerator ..."

Reviewed on Dec. 19, 2023

Minutes to Techs & Stanford Uni! Cozy 2BR House
A Gem with Everything in Downtown Palo Alto
A Gem with Everything in Downtown Palo Alto
Palo Alto
Stay at this apartment in Palo Alto. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Shoreline Amphitheatre and Stanford Theatre are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Great Spot for Access to Stanford Hospital
"We stayed at this property due to the proximity to Stanford Hospital where a family member was being treated. This was so close not only to the hospital but to shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again in the future should the need arise."

Reviewed on Apr. 2, 2024

A Gem with Everything in Downtown Palo Alto
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Popular places to visit

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Stanford University

4/5(92 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Stanford University
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Stanford Shopping Center

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Stanford Shopping Center during your trip to Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Stanford Shopping Center
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Stanford Memorial Church

You can find out about the history of Palo Alto with a visit to Stanford Memorial Church. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Stanford Memorial Church
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Hoover Tower

Find out about the history of Palo Alto with a stop at Hoover Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Hoover Tower
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Stanford University Medical Center

4/5(2 reviews)

Though Stanford University Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Palo Alto while you are here.

Stanford University Medical Center
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Stanford Stadium

Catch an event at Stanford Stadium during your trip to Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Stanford Stadium

Things to do

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Tintype Portrait and Historic Photography Lesson

CA $244
Per adult
Tintype Portrait and Historic Photography Lesson
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Private Walking Tour in Stanford University

CA $27
Per adult
Private Walking Tour in Stanford University
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Silicon Valley Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour for Technology Lovers

CA $34
Per adult
Silicon Valley Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour for Technology Lovers
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Airplane - San Francisco Bay Airplane Tour

CA $332
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Airplane - San Francisco Bay Airplane Tour
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Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2

CA $148
Per adult
Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2
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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Sunnyvale by 3Quest Challenge

CA $14
Per adult
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Sunnyvale by 3Quest Challenge
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