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Our top choices for University South hotels

Interior

The Cardinal Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"A hotel with a great personality in the heart of downtown Palo Alto. Great location and quaint atmosphere. Had a wonderful stay and would definitely come back. "
United States
Kasey
The price is NT$5,720
NT$6,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
The Cardinal Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine, alfresco dining

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (442 reviews)
"We had an amazing experience at Nobu Palo Alto. From the moment we booked, everything was smooth and well taken care of. Huge shoutout to Josue for helping us secure both the room and our dinner reservation — he made the whole process effortless. And Chef Charlie at the chef’s counter was incredible. His food recommendations were spot on and truly elevated the entire dining experience. The staff was friendly and attentive, the room was cozy and comfortable, and the amenities were great. We...
United States
Ignacio
The price is NT$14,411
NT$16,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Crowper Inn

Crowper Inn
2.0 star property
University South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Nice location, good atmosphere, and very comfortable."
United States
colin
The price is NT$10,457
NT$12,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Crowper Inn
Exterior

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (302 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location"
United States
David
The price is NT$6,786
NT$8,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
Outdoor wedding area

el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (635 reviews)
"Clean, beautiful, and great staff. Tons of nice places within walking distance. "
United States
liz marie
The price is NT$10,199
NT$11,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
el PRADO
Courtyard

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
23.7 km from University South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,494 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean, Starbucks onsite, and great breakfast choices."
United States
Fritz Lou
The price is NT$3,600
NT$4,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Lobby lounge

Element Santa Clara

Element Santa Clara
3.0 star property
18.5 km from University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (944 reviews)
"Yes everything was fantastic. "
United States
Vianney
The price is NT$4,166
NT$4,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Element Santa Clara
Poolside bar

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
7.6 km from University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,320 reviews)
"Best"
United States
mahsa
The price is NT$4,761
NT$5,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Courtyard

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
4.0 star property
23.1 km from University South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,936 reviews)
"Convenient location close to the airport. The hotel was nice and excellent staff."
United States
Shawna
The price is NT$3,498
NT$3,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Front of property

The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
8.9 km from University South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,222 reviews)
"Great place! "
United States
michael
The price is NT$4,572
NT$5,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
The Ameswell Hotel
Front of property

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
3.0 star property
26.5 km from University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,850 reviews)
"The place was cozy, super clean and coffee was the best ever."
United States
Aurora
The price is NT$3,734
NT$4,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
The Dylan at SFO
Building design

Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO
2.5 star property
30.1 km from University South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,869 reviews)
"Hotel was very nice for the price"
United States
Daniel
The price is NT$3,422
NT$4,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Hotel Aluxor SFO
Restaurant

Aloft Cupertino

Aloft Cupertino
3.0 star property
17.2 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was nice and clean and the pool is amazing "
United States
Omphemetse
The price is NT$3,323
NT$3,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Aloft Cupertino
Exterior

Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection
2.5 star property
24.2 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable. Staff friendly. "
United States
Janine
The price is NT$4,862
NT$5,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Lobby

Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
20.5 km from University South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (567 reviews)
"Great accommodations and service!!!"
United States
Karina
The price is NT$3,483
NT$4,017 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport
Lobby

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
29.4 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,607 reviews)
"The location, clean room and friendly staff would stay here again"
United States
Allyson
The price is NT$3,307
NT$3,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Hotel Aura SFO
Balcony

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
28.2 km from University South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,373 reviews)
"The staff was excelent with us and good food."
United States
Walkiria
The price is NT$3,065
NT$3,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Restaurant

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
8.7 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice stay "
United States
Marsela
The price is NT$3,380
NT$3,725 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
Property grounds

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
Barron Park, 3.4 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,733 reviews)
"I had a great stay!"
United States
Steve
The price is NT$2,844
NT$3,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Creekside Inn
View from property

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
12.8 km from University South
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Everything.\nWas wonderful"
United States
Carmen
The price is NT$3,015
NT$4,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
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Compare popular hotels in University South

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor wedding area
el PRADO
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
635 reviews
View
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine, alfresco dining
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
442 reviews
View
Exterior
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
302 reviews
View
Interior
The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
410 reviews
View
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Crowper Inn
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
2 reviews
View

Where to stay in University South

Find the best University South areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about University South
Learn more about University South
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Stanford

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.

A boardwalk at Baylands Nature Preserve. Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, USA

East Palo Alto

Situated near the Baylands Nature Preserve, East Palo Alto offers access to a scenic marshland trail and is close to the Ravenswood 101 shopping center. Convenient transportation options include U.S. Route 101 and SamTrans.

Aerial view of towards Stanford campus and Hoover tower, Palo Alto and Silicon Valley from the Stanford dish hills, California, USA

Barron Park

Though Barron Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Antonio Shopping Center and Stanford Maples Pavillion.

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Old Palo Alto

Old Palo Alto might not have many top sights, but Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Midtown

While Midtown might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium.

Top University South Hotel Reviews

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

6/10 Okay
"The best part of the stay was the friendly staff. The breakfast is standard for a motel. The rooms are dirty and the pillows are incredibly lumpy and firm. Bring your own pillow if you plan on staying here. "
MaryAnna 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is University South like?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Palo Alto's University South neighborhood. Are you looking for University South travel tips? Be sure to check out Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in University South?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, el PRADO is the highest ranked property in University South. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Stanford University, and it offers private balconies and a fitness center. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Nobu Hotel Palo Alto and Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the University South area?
Expedia has 44 hotels and other accommodations in University South to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Palo Alto area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University South, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in University South.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to University South?
For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to University South, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do in this Palo Alto neighborhood?
Landmarks in University South that you won't want to miss include Stanford Theatre and Hewlett Packard House and Garage. Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Museum of American Heritage are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around University South include Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center, Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo, and Stanford University Arboretum. While you're out sightseeing in Palo Alto, be sure to visit other sights like Rinconada Park or Sunset Headquarters and Gardens.

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