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The Cardinal Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with business center, walk to Stanford Shopping Center

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The Cardinal Hotel

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Lobby sitting area
Designer store
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Family dining
Interior

Overview of The Cardinal Hotel

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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235 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301
  • Popular LocationStanford Shopping Center10 min walk
  • Popular LocationStanford University5 min drive
  • Popular LocationStanford University Medical Center5 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)20 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

The Cardinal Hotel is located in University South, a neighborhood in Palo Alto, and is near the airport and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay, while Shoreline Amphitheatre and Computer History Museum are cultural highlights. Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford University are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Stanford Shopping Center - 10 min walk
  • Stanford Stadium - 4 min drive
  • Stanford University - 5 min drive
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 5 min drive
  • Googleplex - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Palo Alto Station - 6 min walk
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Verve Coffee Roasters - 3 min walk
  • Salt & Straw - 2 min walk
  • Sweet Maple - 3 min walk
  • Local Union 271 - 3 min walk
  • Nola - 1 min walk

About this property

The Cardinal Hotel

Hotel near Stanford Shopping Center
Located close to Stanford University Medical Center and Stanford University, The Cardinal Hotel provides an art gallery on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library. Sip and savor at this hotel, which boasts winery tours, a tasting room, and a vineyard. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises, a water dispenser, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the location
Room features
All 63 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Designer toiletries, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per day)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM–10:00 AM for a fee: USD 22 for adults and USD 22 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Library
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Free crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1924
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 22 for adults and USD 22 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 per day (39 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The Cardinal Hotel Hotel
The Cardinal Hotel Palo Alto
The Cardinal Hotel Hotel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cardinal Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cardinal Hotel?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardinal Hotel on May 10, 2024 start from P 9,257.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Cardinal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Cardinal Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cardinal Hotel located?

Located in University South, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Stanford Shopping Center, Stanford University Medical Center, and Stanford University. Facebook Campus and San Francisco Bay are also within 6 mi (10 km). Palo Alto Station is 6 minutes by foot.

The Cardinal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 128 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the proximity to Stanford and the historical charm!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shuji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and culture.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Joshua

Liked: Staff & service
My room window was right above the attached restaurant downstairs. The noise was terrible. Sleeping was hard and the windows were not at all sound proof.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location is great! Interior is beautiful and fun to look atound.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance of Stanford. Lovely old hotel, comfortable rooms, helpful staff. No frills.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gianilda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying at the Cardinal hotel. It was the perfect location to access Stanford, my venue at the Crown Plaza, and access to outdoor dining from breakfast through dinner. The hotel is essentially located in the heart of Palo Alto, where I felt safe and comfortable walking around by myself. I highly recommend Recommend it and woukd stay there again with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool building and in a great area!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024