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Cardinal Hotel
2 stars

Cardinal Hotel

235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States
Palo Alto, CA
See location+1 650 323 5101
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$166
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rate per night

8.1
Very good
based on 403 reviews
403 reviews
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Nightly total
Standard room
Queen room
Deluxe room

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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!

8.1
Very good rating
Based on 403 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Cardinal Hotel

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • 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

  • Window
  • 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

Media and entertainment

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee machine

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Things to do

  • Golf

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Cardinal Hotel

8.1
Very good
403 verified ratings
Wonderful
215
Very good
73
Good
69
Okay
15
Fair
22
Mediocre
4
Poor
5

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciate the hotel's great location in downtown Palo Alto, with easy access to restaurants and Stanford Hospital. The cleanliness of the rooms is highly praised, and many enjoy the hotel's charm and character. However, some guests mention issues with noise from nearby bars and the inconvenience of shared bathrooms.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Value for Price9 out of 10
Bathroom2.5 out of 10
Noise Level2 out of 10
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2016
Pros (+) Great ambiance, great staff, lovely history.
Cons (-) The hotel may not be for everyone -- if you like a modern experience ,not for you. Stay away, please, from my favorite hotel.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2016
Pros (+) It's right in the center of everything I just walk to Stanford, restaurant's, etc.
Cons (-) You get some noice early morning trash collection and late at night people walk-in from bars, but they do offer ear plug

Location

235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

What's nearby

  • Stanford Theatre171 yd
  • Downtown Palo Alto Farmer's Market224 yd
  • St. Thomas Aquinas Church419 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

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Cardinal Hotel

Low season

July

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

$266

Average price (weekend night)

$223
Cheapest month to stay with an average 25% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 18% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Cardinal Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Cardinal Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Cardinal Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Cardinal Hotel, plan to stay on a Friday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Cardinal Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $234, while the most expensive was $268.
  • How long should you stay at Cardinal Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Cardinal Hotel

  • Where is Cardinal Hotel located?

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

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

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

  • Does Cardinal Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Cardinal Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Cardinal Hotel from the airport?

    Cardinal Hotel is 14.1 miles from San Jose. Cardinal Hotel is 16.9 miles from San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Cardinal Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Cardinal Hotel 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 Hotel 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 Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.7

Distance to city center

1.0 mi

Nearest Airport

San Jose

Distance to airport

14.0 mi