Cardinal

3 stars
8.2
Very good
based on 428 reviews
428 reviews
235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States
235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA
+1 650 323 5101
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Overview

Located a short drive from Stanford University, Cardinal Hotel Palo Alto provides charming accommodation in Palo Alto. It is surrounded by a range of well-known shops and is minutes on foot from Palo Alto Caltrain Station.

Guests of Cardinal can relax in the swimming pool. Convenient services include an express check-in feature and a luggage storage facility.

Cardinal Hotel offers rooms equipped with a hair dryer, plus all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay.

The hotel is located within a 10-minute walk of the HP Garage. Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford Caltrain Station are within walking distance.

8.2
Very good
428 reviews

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£81
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Standard Room, 1 queen bed
£107
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£152
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Deluxe room, 1 king bed
£7,023
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£119
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£226
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£149
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£254
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£393
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£271
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Amenities at Cardinal

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

Reviews of Cardinal

8.2
Very good
428 verified ratings
Wonderful
231
Very good
76
Good
63
Okay
17
Fair
26
Mediocre
5
Poor
10

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location in downtown Palo Alto, close to restaurants, shops, and Stanford University. Many appreciated the charming, historic atmosphere and found the hotel clean and well-maintained. However, several reviews mentioned issues with shared bathrooms, lack of air conditioning, and occasional noise, particularly in rooms facing the street. While some felt the hotel offered good value for the price, others thought it was expensive given the dated facilities and shared amenities. Overall, the positive aspects of location, cleanliness, and atmosphere stood out most.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Atmosphere8.5 out of 10
Value for Price5 out of 10
Bathroom1.5 out of 10
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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

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Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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£210
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Cardinal?

The cheapest month to stay at Cardinal is August, with an average nightly rate of £183. The most expensive month is March at £213 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Cardinal?

The cheapest day to book Cardinal is Saturday, with an average nightly rate of £81. The most expensive day is Monday at £393 per night.

How far in advance should you book Cardinal?

To get the best price at Cardinal, book around 5 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 27% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Cardinal

  • 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 centre 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 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 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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1.0 mi
San Jose
14.0 mi

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