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Our top choices for University South hotels

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant mountains.

1. Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"The staff is very nice. Excellent food. Clean property and nice."
Thailand
Icey Juthapohn
The price is P29,570
P34,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
A grand lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and ornate columns.

2. 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 P9,709
P11,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The Cardinal Hotel
An outdoor patio area with a fireplace, seating, and string lights.

3. el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (687 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was perfect."
United States
Marissa
The price is P22,073
P25,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
el PRADO
An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, string lights, wicker furniture, and a view of the city skyline.

4. Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (398 reviews)
"Great location, neat decorations"
United States
Dimitris
The price is P10,043
P13,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
A bedroom with a large bed, a hanging light fixture, floral wallpaper, and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Cowper Inn

Cowper Inn
2.0 star property
University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Nice location, good atmosphere, and very comfortable."
United States
colin
The price is P17,016
P19,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Cowper Inn
A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
15.9 km from University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,226 reviews)
"Great overall stay!"
United States
Ashley
The price is P7,186
P8,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
A hotel reception area with a welcome sign, a vending machine, and a coffee machine.

7. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice property"
United States
Durand
The price is P6,669
P7,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.

8. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
Barron Park, 3.4 km from University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,917 reviews)
"I really enjoyed staying here"
United States
Ian
The price is P6,299
P7,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Creekside Inn
A building entrance with two dark blue doors, a wooden bench, and a window with a view of a parking lot.

9. Menlo Park Inn

Menlo Park Inn
3.0 star property
3 km from University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
CHAD
The price is P7,263
P8,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Menlo Park Inn
An outdoor patio with a stone bar, wicker chairs, and a covered seating area.

10. Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos

Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos
3.0 star property
5.5 km from University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 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 P6,254
P7,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos
A rooftop pool area with lounge seating and dining tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern architecture.

11. 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, (1,491 reviews)
"Great hotel with friendly staff and clean rooms"
United States
Kai
The price is P8,455
P9,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

12. The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
8.9 km from University South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,542 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and allowed for me to check in super early, which was incredibly convenient."
United States
Martin
The price is P10,157
P11,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
The Ameswell Hotel
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, and a large glass door leading outside.

13. Holiday Inn Express Fremont-Milpitas Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Fremont-Milpitas Central by IHG
2.5 star property
17.7 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good facilities, good breakfast free and easy check in."
United States
Prakash
The price is P6,116
P6,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Holiday Inn Express Fremont-Milpitas Central by IHG
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar entrance, and a building facade with a sign.

14. Aloft by Marriott Cupertino

Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
3.0 star property
17.1 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,184 reviews)
"This was our second time and we love staying here when we are there! We love the beds , the bar is awesome and location is perfect!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is P6,185
P6,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
A modern outdoor patio area with a stone water feature, seating, and a well-lit entrance.

15. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Ventura, 3.8 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location and clean room and nice breakfast. Great stay thank you."
United States
Rika
The price is P6,002
P6,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

16. Atherton Park Inn & Suites

Atherton Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.8 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great hotel, very pleased with stay!"
United States
John
The price is P7,768
P8,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Atherton Park Inn & Suites
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a curved wooden balcony, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

17. Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
2.5 star property
21.1 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,422 reviews)
"great location near airport. very clean and comfortable room with excellent breakfast included. noisy room rennovations is only reason not 5 stars."
United States
Adam Costco Visa
The price is P6,809
P7,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.

18. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
5.2 km from University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Megan
The price is P9,093
P10,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Dinah's Garden Hotel
A hotel dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a bar area, and a patterned carpet.

19. Hampton Inn Union City

Hampton Inn Union City
2.5 star property
18.8 km from University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"One of the top Hampton Inn’s I’ve stayed at will will be staying more. Staff was great and place was very clean"
United States
Thomas
The price is P6,669
P7,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn Union City
A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

20. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres, 4.6 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,484 reviews)
"Clean room, ok breakfast buffet choices, easy parking, convenient location, perfect for a quick or few night stay."
United States
Klaus
The price is P6,048
P6,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
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Compare top hotels in University South

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant mountains.

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

5.0 star property
University South
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A grand lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and ornate columns.

The Cardinal Hotel

2.5 star property
University South
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An outdoor patio area with a fireplace, seating, and string lights.

el PRADO

4.0 star property
University South
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An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, string lights, wicker furniture, and a view of the city skyline.

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

4.0 star property
University South
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A bedroom with a large bed, a hanging light fixture, floral wallpaper, and a framed picture on the wall.

Cowper Inn

2.0 star property
University South
View
9.2
Wonderful
475 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
514 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
687 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
398 reviews
8.8
Excellent
13 reviews
The price is P29,570
P34,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
The price is P9,709
P11,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The price is P22,073
P25,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
The price is P10,043
P13,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The price is P17,016
P19,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
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Where to stay in University South

Find the best University South areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A university campus with a prominent clock tower, red-roofed buildings, and a central green space.

Stanford

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

A wooden boardwalk leading to a cityscape with modern buildings.

East Palo Alto

You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in East Palo Alto. You might want to make time for a stop at San Francisco Bay or Silicon Valley.

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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 San Andreas Fault Trail.

A stone corridor with arches and columns, leading to a door at the end.

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.

A modern building with large cylindrical structures and a wooden fence.
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Downtown Palo Alto

If you're spending some time in Downtown Palo Alto, Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Top University South Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

10/10 Excellent
"So clean"
Vinh 2-night trip
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Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

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?
If you're searching for places to stay in Palo Alto, choose from one of Expedia's 17 hotels and other accommodations in University South.
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.
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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