Here is our list of recommended cheap Palo Alto hotels. Wherever possible, we have excluded one-star hotels, hostels, apartments or other accommodation types, and anything rated below average by our verified user ratings. Hope you enjoy our recommendations!
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Address: 4238 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, United States
The Days Inn Palo Alto-Stanford is an economy-class lodging option for budget-minded travelers to the Silicon Valley area. The hotel is located a short drive from downtown Palo Alto, Stanford University, and the Stanford Shopping Center. Guests receive a complimentary continental breakfast with their room rate. Although there is not a full service restaurant inside the hotel, there are dining destinations nearby. For added convenience, the hotel offers free local phone calls, express check-out, complimentary newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, safe deposit box, and free parking. There are 23 rooms. Non-smoking rooms and rooms equipped for the physically challenged are available upon request. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, an alarm clock radio, coffeemaker, dataports, hairdryer, television, and telephone. Rates are based on double occupancy. Charges for extra adults may apply and will be due directly to the hotel.
from 70 USD*
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Address: 4164 EL CAMINO REAL, Palo Alto, United States
The path of enlightenment for travelers to Palo Alto, California begins here at The Zen Hotel. Tranquil comfort, clean Asian-inspired design, modern technology, and good value, are the hallmarks of the newly renovated green California hotel. The hotel is one of the few green hotels in Palo Alto. Mindful of your every need while on the road, the hotel provides the services and facilities you seek including daily complimentary hot breakfast buffet, including a selection of juices and Starbucks coffee. The hotel also offer complimentary bottled water in all rooms, free faxing and photocopying; and a fully equipped fitness room with Jacuzzi. The Zen Hotel is located minutes away from Stanford University and Medical Center, downtown Palo Alto, Shoreline Amphitheater and the Palo Alto Veterans Hospital Hospital. The hotel is nearby most Silicon Valley companies such as Facebook, Hewlett Packard, SAP, Google and Nokia. The Zen Hotel is the perfect California retreat to unwind after a long day of business in the Palo Alto, CA area, to rest after visiting the nearby Stanford University, or to simply relax on a California weekend getaway in Palo Alto. The hotel offers free breakfast to its guests.
from 79 USD*
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Address: 3901 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, United States
Free high speed Internet access, microwaves, and refrigerators in all rooms. Beautifully decorated executive rooms available. 2 miles to Stanford University. Free deluxe continental breakfast, Walking distance to shops and restaurants, Hotel business center, offering great amenities with Quality accomodations in the heart of Stanford/Silicon Valley. Pet Accommodation: 20. 00 per pet per night. Pet Limit: 2 per room. Agilent . .. 1 mile, Hewlett Packard . .. 1 mile, San Antonio Shopping Center . .. 1 mile, San Jose Convention Center . .. 1 mile, Standford Hospital . .. 1 mile, Standford Shopping Center . .. 1 mile, Standford University . .. 1 mile, Stanford Hospital . .. 1 mile, Stanford University . .. 1 mile, VA Hospital . .. 2 miles, Sun Micro Systems . .. 5 miles, Great America Park . .. 10 miles, Santa Cruz Beach . .. 40 miles.
from 80 USD*
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Address: 3945 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, United States
General Information:Whether traveling to the Palo Alto area for business or pleasure, the Comfort Inn will provide friendly customer service and special amenities to make every stay comfortable and memorable. Location:The San Jose International Airport and the San Francisco International Airport are also nearby. Area:Comfort Inn, conveniently located three miles from Stanford University. This Palo Alto hotel is minutes from popular attractions, including Paramount's Great America, the San Jose Convention Center, the Shoreline Amphitheater and the Winchester Mystery House. There are a wide variety of restaurants and several shops within walking distance. Visitors will also enjoy shopping at the nearby Stanford Shopping Center. Recreation:You will experience many luxury amenities, including deluxe continental breakfast, weekday newspapers, coffee in the lobby, guest laundry facilities, and high-speed internet. Corporate travelers will appreciate our business center with fax, copy and internet service, plus valet dry cleaning and long-term parking. Rooms:Comfort Inn Palo Alto has many amenities to make you feel at home such as: remote control color TV with cable/satellite, iron & ironing board, refrigerator, microwave, telephones with voice mail, in-room air conditioning, in-room coffee/tea maker.
from 80 USD*
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Address: 235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, United States
Downtown Palo Alto, California HotelThe historic Cardinal Hotel delivers an elegant, nostalgic atmosphere in culturally diverse Downtown Palo Alto. Our ideal proximity to world-class dining, shopping, arts, attractions and Stanford University, competitive rates and completely smoke free environment make us your perfect destination for business or leisure trips in Northern California. Historic Palo Alto Hotel. Built in 1924, the Cardinal Hotel is Palo Alto's premiere historic lodging with a charming ambiance and the grace and serenity of days past. The gracious lobby still provides a delightful glimpse of Old Palo Alto. Downtown Palo Alto Hotel. Outside our doors, the lively tree-lined streets along University Avenue are home to eclectic cafes, excellent restaurants, unique bookstores, art galleries and boutiques. The hotel is located 1 mile from Stanford University and the Stanford Shopping Center. Silicon Valley Hotel Location. We're easily accessible to Palo Alto and Silicon Valley corporations and businesses, as well as Stanford Medical Center and Stanford Linear Accelerator Center. Bay Area Home Base. Our guests consider the Cardinal Hotel their home away from home, enjoying vintage guest service, comfortable rooms and suites, and convenient high-tech amenities. The Cardinal Hotel is a smoke free property.
from 84 USD*
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Address: 4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, United States
Dinahs Garden Hotel in Palo Alto is a lush oasis of relaxation and splendor in the heart of the California Silicon Valley. The tranquil koi-filled lagoons, mesmerizing waterfalls, and intricately designed gardens transport you into a tropical paradise. Location Just minutes from Fortune 100 companies in Silicon Valley, Stanford University, and downtown Palo Alto, Dinahs Garden Hotel is easily accessible from San Francisco and San Jose, and just a short drive to Bay Area sightseeing attractions. Rooms and Suites Each room at Dinahs Garden Hotel is uniquely decorated and our suites individually fashioned after decors from around the world, giving you a personalized experience. The luxurious quality of our amenities provides the requisites for exceptional comfort and modern technology for the business needs of today. Business Travel Whether you are visiting an affiliate of one of our Fortune 100 partners or simply in Palo Alto for business, our specialized Corporate Program affords you exceptional accommodations, personalized service and a commitment to excellence. After just one visit, you will see why Dinahs Garden is Paradise on the Peninsula. Events and Conferences The superb event and conference rooms at Dinahs Garden Hotel, with a large foyer and lovely garden terrace, are ideal for professional meetings or special occasions in Palo Alto. Dinahs Garden combines state-of-the-art audio-video equipment with charming decor and delectable cuisine. Our professional, friendly staff ensures that your event experience is extraordinary. Rates are based on double occupancy. Charges for extra adults may apply and will be due directly to the hotel.
from 93 USD*
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Address: 625 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, United States
Situated in the heart of Palo Alto, the Sheraton is within walking distance of charming downtown Palo Alto, the fabulous Stanford Shopping Center and the Stanford Medical Center. The Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel is the perfect location for business or leisure travel in Silicon Valley. Located at the entrance to Stanford University, this property makes the ideal choice for those seeking education or tourists alike. All guest rooms are outfitted with the Sheraton's signature Sweet Sleeper Sleigh Bed dressed with luxurious pillow-top mattresses and white cotton linens. Each room is equipped with standard amenities sure to please the most discerning traveler such as direct dialing, dual-line telephone, individual climate control and high-speed Internet access. Comfortable facilities and convenience are qualities you will come to expect as a guest of the Sheraton Palo Alto. A cordial and attentive staff is on-site to assist with your every need. The hotel is just minutes away from fine dining, shopping and entertainment venues. Guests booking through hotels.com will receive a 20% discount at the Poolside Grill and Cardinal Lounge. Discount does not apply to room service or alcoholic beverages. Guests will receive a voucher/coupon when checking into the hotel.
from 99 USD*
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Address: 4290 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, United States
Discover all that Silicon Valley has to offer at the beautiful and comfortable Crowne Plaza Caba Hotel & Resort. You will find legendary comfort and modern luxury at one of the most premiere locations in Palo Alto. Affordable elegance and hospitality are waiting for you. After spending a full day browsing Palo Alto charming boutiques, art galleries, and Stanford University, only 2.5 miles away, retreat to one of our 194 guest rooms decorated with casual Californian elegance and superb views of the peninsula or of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Guests will experience the height of relaxation with our Crowne Plaza Sleep Advantage Program, which includes: Comfortable New Beds, Sleep Amenities, and Guaranteed Wake-Up Call. Revitalize in the morning with our in-room coffee maker and complimentary gourmet coffee. The Crowne Plaza Caba Hotel & Resort is also proud to be one of the premiere certified Green Hotels in Santa Clara County. Steeped in history, tradition and elegance, the Crowne Plaza Caba Hotel & Resort combines luxurious amenities of a vacation destination with all the high tech necessities of today's savvy business traveler. Surrounded by World Headquarters of HP, Google, SAP, Intuit, Sun Microsystems, & Yahoo, just to name a few. Come and enjoy what is the talk of the Silicon Valley, the new Crowne Plaza Caba Hotel & Resort Palo Alto. This hotel is committed to providing accessible facilities under the American Disabilities Act. If your accessibility needs are not met, please contact the Hotel Manager on Duty. Should you require additional information regarding accessible facilities for guests with disabilities, please call 1-800-Holiday (U.S. and Canada) or contact the hotel directly. For the hearing impaired, TDD service is available at 1-800-238-5544 within the U.S. and Canada.
from 104 USD*
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Address: 425 High Street, Palo Alto, United States
Hotel Keen is a 42 room fully renovated and refurbished boutique hotel in downtown Palo Alto. It is ideally situated on High Street between University and Lytton, steps from Stanford University and the Stanford Shopping Center and minutes away from leaders in the financial, legal and technology sectors. Designed by Orlando Diaz-Azcuy, the hotel boasts style and innovative uses of space coupled with exceptional service and overall comfort. Refitted with a completely new infrastructure, the air conditioned, 100 percent non smoking Keen Hotel offers its guests queen sized beds with Down Etc. bedding. Guests can request alternate pillows (including down alternative) from the Pillow Butler. Built in white boards, iHome docking stations, high definition television and complimentary HBO, cordless speakerphones with voicemail, wireless internet (wired connections are available in the reception area), complimentary grab and go breakfast, evening reception, late night milk and cookies, overnight shoe shine and personalized wake up calls and Wii rentals are just some of the service touches in place. A public honor bar is available for snacks and beverages the the eager staff will fill in the blanks and connect the dots to ensure that your entire stay is both enjoyable and memorable.
from 119 USD*
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Address: 675 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, United States
Experience California at The Westin Palo Alto, adjacent to Stanford University, and within walking distance of some of the best restaurants, shops, and nightlife. Relax in one of our five Mediterranean style buildings, and enjoy our boutique hotel atmosphere, only a short drive from San Francisco. We have everything you need to help reinvigorate your senses after a long day of work or play. Our outdoor heated pool is perfect to help you cool off, and our WestinWORKOUT® Gym will refresh your mind, body, and soul. Afterwards, enjoy your favorite cocktail in the Luna Lounge or sample delicious Mediterranean at the upscale Restaurant Soleil. Take your next meeting or conference to new heights of productivity by utilizing the wireless High Speed Internet Access in all of our meeting rooms. The on-site Business Center also offers a variety of additional services. Our meetings expert can help you plan your next conference or meeting with just one call. Each of our 184 guest rooms is decorated with casual Californian elegance and offers views of our lushly landscaped courtyards. Guests will experience the height of relaxation with our signature Heavenly Bed® and Heavenly Bath®. Revitalize in the morning with our in-room coffee maker with complimentary Starbucks® Coffee. Rates are based on double occupancy. Charges for extra adults may apply and will be due directly to the hotel. This hotel is 100% non-smoking.
from 129 USD*
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