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Our top choices for Palo Alto LGBT-friendly hotels

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, string lights, and a fireplace.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Charleston Meadows
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel for the price. Good location and friendly staff"
United States
Alfredo
The price is P6,218
P7,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
An outdoor patio area with a stone floor, surrounded by greenery and featuring a central seating area with tables and chairs.

2. Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos

Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos
3.0 star property
North Los Altos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We truly enjoyed our stay. The staff was awesome and the rooms were very clean and comfortable! The location is quaint and easy to access area attractions.. We will be back!"
United States
Manuel
The price is P6,860
P7,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a fire pit.

3. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"We loved the bar & food, also our ground level room that looked out at the pool, hot tub area Great staff too! Well, just about everything was nice It was a great vacation we saw a concert that was very close to this hotel at the shoreline amphitheater"
United States
Peggy
The price is P6,691
P7,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG
A hotel reception area with a welcome sign, a vending machine, and a coffee machine.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
Jackson Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly! Conveniently close to downtown (walkable) and the amphitheater!"
United States
Catalina
The price is P6,741
P7,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
A modern hotel lobby with a glass ceiling, a fireplace, and a seating area with plants.

5. AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto

AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Charleston Gardens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (314 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice and clean and offered everything we needed for our stay."
United States
Joel
The price is P8,093
P9,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto
A modern hotel entrance with a covered patio, columns, and a fountain.

6. Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The Sheraton Palo Alto is reasonably priced, easy to access, and very comfortable. Staff are lovely and and quite helpful."
United States
Carol
The price is P10,833
P12,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and a modern interior bar/lounge area visible through the glass.

7. Hotel Citrine, Palo Alto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel Citrine, Palo Alto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
3.5 star property
Charleston Gardens
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (294 reviews)
"Everything was great. The food was really good."
United States
Anthony
The price is P8,603
P11,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Hotel Citrine, Palo Alto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A grand lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and ornate columns.

8. The Cardinal Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (514 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and really well located in downtown."
United States
Sherry
The price is P9,814
P11,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The Cardinal Hotel
A spacious interior with a staircase, a dining area, and a large window providing natural light.

9. The Westin Palo Alto

The Westin Palo Alto
4.0 star property
Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"we truly enjoyed this hotel"
United States
Kari
The price is P14,275
P16,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
The Westin Palo Alto
A modern outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, cushioned seating, and a round table.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Sunnyvale

Hilton Garden Inn Sunnyvale
3.0 star property
Sunnyvale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"This is great hotel to stay at."
United States
John
The price is P5,696
P6,419 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Hilton Garden Inn Sunnyvale
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Frequently Asked Questions

Searching for a gay-friendly hotel in Palo Alto?

If you’re looking for a place where you’ll feel welcome in Palo Alto, you can trust the hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly on Expedia. Travelers are often drawn to Palo Alto for its gardens and college atmosphere.

What's the best LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Palo Alto?

Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel and AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto are other good choices for your trip.

How many LGBTQ-friendly accommodations are there in Palo Alto?

You'll find 8 gay-friendly accommodations in Palo Alto.

What should I do while I'm visiting Palo Alto?

During your vacation, get out and enjoy all that Palo Alto offers. You and your traveling companions may want to visit San Francisco Bay, Palo Alto Art Center, and Stanford Stadium. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Stanford Shopping Center, Hoover Tower, and Silicon Valley.

What is an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Palo Alto?

LGBTQ-friendly hotels are places where lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender travelers are proudly welcomed. Expedia has compiled a selection of LGBTQ-friendly hotels worldwide. In Palo Alto, these hotels will provide lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender adventurers with the information needed to design the trip of a lifetime.

What can I expect from a gay-friendly hotel in Palo Alto?

Take a vacation from the ordinary; stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Palo Alto, and the staff will help you explore the local gay scene and the LGBTQ+ culture. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodations offer wedding ceremonies and honeymoon packages for same-sex couples.