Sun 6/28
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Mon 6/29
2 guests, 1 room
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$166
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Provider
Nightly total
Standard room, 1 queen bed
$166
Queen room, 1 queen bed
$200
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$299
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Overview

Palo Alto, California is a fun city to visit. Tourists find that it has a lot of history and culture. When they are looking for a historic, yet boutique hotel to stay in, they can stay at the Cardinal Hotel. This hotel was built in 1924 and is located near Stanford University. It has a 24-hour front desk, business center, and is located on a non-smoking property.

The rooms here include a flat-screen television with premium channels, media hub, WiFi, USB ports, work desk and chair, Tarocco Orange bath products, iron, hairdryer, housekeeping, and micro tec robes and slippers. Guests of the Cardinal Hotel can dine on-site at Osteria and Bistro Maxine.

This hotel is right in the middle of all the fun. Guests will find that it easy for them to get to many attractions in Palo Alto, including Stanford University. They can also check out the Apple Store, Whole Foods, Yogasource, Cal Train, Stanford Theatre, Hana Haus, Aquarius Theatre, Bing Concert Hall, Downtown Library, Shinola, and Patagonia. There is shopping nearby and quite a few restaurants.

When guests are booking their room here, they will need to find out if there are any Stanford events in the area. These events can cause the hotels in the area to fill up, and due to its popularity, the Cardinal Hotel fills up fast. The staff here can help with any booking questions that guests may have. The staff here is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and guests of the hotel will truly enjoy the service they give to them!

8.3
Very good rating
Based on 416 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Cardinal

Sun 6/28
-
Mon 6/29
Standard room, 1 queen bed
$166
nightly with fees
Standard room, 1 queen bed
$172
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
$179
nightly with fees
Standard room, 1 queen bed
$189
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
$200
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$248
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$249
nightly with fees
Standard room, 1 queen bed
$359
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Cardinal

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Accessibility and suitability

  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Accessible parking
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

General

  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Slippers
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Telephone
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 meters)
  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Winery tours
  • Zoo
  • Golf

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Parking

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee machine

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Cardinal

8.3
Very good
416 verified ratings
Wonderful
224
Very good
74
Good
65
Okay
16
Fair
26
Mediocre
4
Poor
7

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location in Palo Alto, describing it as central, convenient, and close to many restaurants and attractions. The cleanliness of the hotel and the friendly, helpful service were also positively noted. Some guests enjoyed the vintage charm and comfortable beds. However, there were consistent complaints about the lack of air conditioning, shared bathrooms, and the old, sometimes smelly condition of the building. Despite these issues, many found the hotel to offer good value for the price and a unique historic ambiance.
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Location

235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

What's nearby

  • Stanford Theatre174 yd
  • Downtown Palo Alto Farmer's Market234 yd
  • St. Thomas Aquinas Church426 yd
  • HP Garage0.4 mi
  • Stanford Shopping Center0.6 mi
  • Stanford Stadium0.7 mi
  • Stanford Mausoleum0.7 mi
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center0.8 mi
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo0.9 mi
  • Rinconada Park1 mi
  • Stanford University Medical Center1.1 mi
  • Palo Alto Art Center1.2 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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August
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$267
$244
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 9% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Cardinal

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Cardinal

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Cardinal, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Cardinal, plan to stay on a Friday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Cardinal was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $220, while the most expensive was $313.
  • How long should you stay at Cardinal? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Cardinal

  • Where is Cardinal located?

    Cardinal is located at 235 Hamilton Avenue, 1 miles from the center of Palo Alto. Stanford Theatre is the closest landmark to Cardinal.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Cardinal?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Cardinal.

  • Does Cardinal offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Cardinal offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Cardinal from the airport?

    Cardinal is 14 miles from San Jose. Cardinal is 17.1 miles from San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Cardinal hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Cardinal in Palo Alto and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Cardinal and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Cardinal.

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San Jose
14.0 mi