Cardinal

3 stars
8.3
Very good
based on 427 reviews
427 reviews
235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States
235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA
+1 650 323 5101
Sun 23/8
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Mon 24/8
2 guests, 1 room
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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.

8.3
Very good
427 reviews

Latest deals for Cardinal

Sun 23/8
-
Mon 24/8
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
£117
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£166
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
£221
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
£124
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£149
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
£6,873
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
£124
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£158
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
£146
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£249
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£385
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
£147
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
£165
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£170
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£224
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
£224
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
£265
nightly with fees
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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

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
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

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

Accessibility and suitability

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

Services and conveniences

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

General

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

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • 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
427 verified ratings
Wonderful
230
Very good
75
Good
66
Okay
16
Fair
26
Mediocre
5
Poor
9

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent central location, historic charm, and overall cleanliness. Many appreciated the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the unique vintage atmosphere. However, several guests were disappointed by the lack of air conditioning and the presence of shared bathrooms, which were not always clearly communicated before booking. Despite some noise and minor inconveniences, most found the hotel to be a good value and enjoyed their stay.
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Location10 out of 10
Atmosphere9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Service7.5 out of 10
Bathroom1 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

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Cardinal

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Average price (weeknight)

September
January
£181
Cheapest month to stay with an average 13% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 13% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Cardinal?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to stay at Cardinal is August, with an average nightly rate of £178. The most expensive month is March at £208 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Cardinal?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest day to book Cardinal is Saturday, with an average nightly rate of £154. The most expensive day is Wednesday at £205 per night.

How far in advance should you book Cardinal?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

To get the best price at Cardinal, book around 5 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 28% compared to booking last minute.

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 September and January.
  • The cheapest price a room at Cardinal was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £157, while the most expensive was £157.
  • How long should you stay at Cardinal? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 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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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.1
1.0 mi
San Jose
14.0 mi

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