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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Leland Hotel Palo Alto

Leland Hotel Palo Alto

Leland Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (180)
"Good, convenient, clean, good amenities - I liked the coffee machine and tea in the rooms"
United States
Ethan
The price is NT$2,668
NT$3,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Leland Hotel Palo Alto
Outdoor banquet area
The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (975)
"Great stay! Thanks!"
United States
Michael
The price is NT$2,022
NT$2,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
The Palo Alto Inn
Property entrance
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
2.5 star property
Centennial
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1520)
"Just a nice stay"
United States
Francisco
The price is NT$2,523
NT$2,850 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - 2026/1/1
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Exterior
Hotel Vue

Hotel Vue

Hotel Vue
3.0 star property
Old Mountain View
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Parking was easy and lots of restaurants around. Also located in a safe area"
United States
Norma
The price is NT$2,681
NT$2,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hotel Vue
Front of property
Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Every thing and all of the staff were just perfect. Love th w holidaydecorations!"
United States
Michael
The price is NT$4,254
NT$4,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Lobby
citizenM Menlo Park

citizenM Menlo Park

citizenM Menlo Park
4.0 star property
Menlo Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (173)
"nice place to stay in the area"
United States
Pankaj
The price is NT$3,726
NT$4,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - 2026/1/1
citizenM Menlo Park
Fountain
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Ventura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Clean rooms, courteous staff"
United States
Nisha
The price is NT$3,661
NT$4,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - 2026/1/2
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"Great little hotel with super friendly staff! "
United States
Kelly
The price is NT$3,659
NT$4,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
Breakfast and dinner served
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG
3.5 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Nice front desk staff and plentiful coffee in the AM!"
United States
Melissa
The price is NT$3,437
NT$3,970 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG
Exterior
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Clean room, quiet. Convenient location to Stanford. "
United States
Nancy
The price is NT$2,681
NT$3,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - 2026/1/1
Comfort Inn Palo Alto
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Good customer service in the front desk is "
Judy 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

What's Palo Alto like for family-friendly vacations?
If you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids, Palo Alto is a good choice. The football games, art scene, and gardens are just a few things that make this an attractive family vacation spot. Fly into San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is the closest airport, or Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is located 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel when traveling with kids to Palo Alto?
Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort is a hotel with a restaurant and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices to stay with the kids include The Zen Hotel Palo Alto and Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto.
How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Palo Alto?
Expedia has 8 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Palo Alto.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Palo Alto?
The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Palo Alto is 18 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Palo Alto?
While you are visiting Palo Alto, you might want to round up the kiddos and make time to see interesting attractions such as Stanford Stadium and Stanford Shopping Center. Make sure you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area like Levi's Stadium and San Francisco Bay.
What's the best way for us to get around Palo Alto?
To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from California Ave Station or Palo Alto Station. Palo Alto might not have very many public transit options to choose from so consider renting a car to explore more.

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