Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto Hotel

$$$$||View on mapPalo Alto, United States of America488 University Avenue, Palo Alto, California, United States of America, CA 94301|
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Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto Hotel
488 University Avenue, Palo Alto, California, United States of America, CA 94301·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Breakfast10.0
Location9.5
Comfort9.1
Staff8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Who stays here
Couples36%
Business22%
Solo22%
Families12%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Breakfast10.0
Location9.5
Comfort9.1
Staff8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Who stays here
Couples36%
Business22%
Solo22%
Families12%

4-star historic hotel near Stanford with panoramic rooftop bar and university-inspired design

Rooftop Bar & Evening Entertainment

Graduate Palo Alto offers the President's Terrace, an exclusive rooftop bar with panoramic views of Palo Alto and Stanford University. Guests can enjoy curated cocktail offerings and evening events. The terrace provides a setting to view the sunset over the Stanford campus.

Rooms & Accommodations

The Graduate Hotel Palo Alto provides rooms with custom art celebrating Stanford traditions, and high-end toiletries from Malin & Goetz. Allergy-free rooms are available upon request, and family rooms offer spacious configurations with two queen beds. The interior design includes historic touches like the original Otis elevator and antique furniture throughout public areas.

Location & Campus Proximity

Situated 1 mile from Stanford University, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto places guests near Stanford Stadium, Frost Amphitheater, and Hoover Tower. The hotel is on University Avenue in downtown Palo Alto, surrounded by shops and restaurants within walking distance. Business travelers benefit from nearby Silicon Valley event spaces and convenient access to San Jose Convention Center (19 miles) and Oakland Coliseum (27 miles).

On-Site Dining & Refreshments

Lou & Herbert's serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with an à la carte menu, offering local culinary delights. A coffee house on site provides beverages and light fare, while the bar offers wine and champagne selections. The hotel does not have room service, but the restaurant and rooftop bar provide alternative dining options.

Family-Friendly Services & Pet Policy

The Graduate Palo Alto offers family-friendly services with special attention to children, including personalized welcome gifts upon arrival. Pet-friendly rooms are available, allowing guests to bring their pets. Complimentary bicycle rentals let families explore the area, and valet parking with an electric vehicle charging station is available.

  • Location: 1 mile from Stanford University, near Stanford Stadium & downtown Palo Alto
  • Rooftop: President's Terrace with panoramic views & curated cocktails
  • Rooms: Stanford-themed decor, Malin & Goetz toiletries, allergy-free options
  • Dining: Lou & Herbert's restaurant, coffee house, bar with wine/champagne
  • Family: Welcome gifts for children, pet-friendly rooms, bicycle rentals
  • Parking: Valet parking with electric vehicle charging station
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 15.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:97
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Rooms and availability

Large King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Bathtub
Queen Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds
  • Bathtub
Corner King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Laundry
TV

Leisure/ TV room

Elevator

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 335 US$
📏 Distance to center 1.0 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 16.2 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Mineta San Jose International, SJC

Location

488 University Avenue, Palo Alto, California, United States of America, CA 94301
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