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The Cardinal Hotel

2.5 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of Stanford University

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Nestled near Stanford University, The Cardinal Hotel offers a unique blend of art and academia. Discover the on-site art gallery, warm up by the lobby fireplace or grab a cup of coffee at the cafe. With helpful staff and free WiFi in public areas, this hotel is an ideal retreat.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Water dispenser
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Premium bedding
The current price is CNY1,043
CNY1,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
235 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301

What's nearby

  • Stanford Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stanford University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stanford University Arboretum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 20 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 21 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 26 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 37 min drive
  • Menlo Park Station - 4 min drive
  • California Ave Station - 5 min drive
  • Palo Alto Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Verve Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Curry Pizza House Palo Alto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hidden Tap and Barrel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maruwu Seicha 丸宇製茶 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pho Ha Noi - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Cardinal Hotel

  • The Cardinal Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Stanford University and Stanford Shopping Center. Also, San Francisco Bay and Stanford University Medical Center are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 63 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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 at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Onsite garage
    • Offsite parking within 39 ft (USD 20 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee shop
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1924
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Art gallery on site
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Visual fire alarm

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 22 for adults and USD 22 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 20 per day (39 ft away)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cardinal Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Cardinal Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Cardinal Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cardinal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Cardinal Hotel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Stanford University (9-min walk) and Stanford Shopping Center (10-min walk), along with Stanford University Medical Center (1.6 mi) and Facebook Campus (3.5 mi).

What's the area around The Cardinal Hotel like?

The Cardinal Hotel is in University South, a short 6-minute walk from Palo Alto Station and 9 minutes' walk from Stanford University. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

The Cardinal Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Location
Service staff
Restaurant
Air conditioning
History
Historical
Building
Ambience
Downtown

Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are clean, staff was wonderful, public parking in walking distance, shops and restaurants around the hotel.
Andreas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A great location and a decent price.
Jesper, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kasey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very conveniently located
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Knowledgeable and helpful staff, beautiful property, and excellent location. We will be back!
View from our room
Thomas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Liked proximity to Stanford University.
Aaron, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Smooth check-in/check-out process, comfortable + clean room!
Grace, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful Ambiance and very comfy beds
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful traditional hotel with spotless bathrooms and comfortable rooms. Staff were not enthusiastic. I hope they have a fair salary.
Ana Paula, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Lots of shops and restaurants nearby. For being 100 years old the hotel is very clean
denise, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Parking was somewhat easy. Staff were very accommodating. Ships were available and suitable. I loved the experience
Judy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

An impressive historic landmark, staff is friendly, rooms & facilities are clean, in the center of Stanford.
Michal Ravid, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and bath. Helpful staff. Excellent location for a Stanford campus visit.
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was fantastic and hotel was beautiful.
Catherine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Clean and comfortable. The shared bathrooms were not a problem as we never had to wait or even encounter other guests.
Mike, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was super clean, operable window for fresh air. Provide slippers, post card, feel so welcome. Definitely will stay in this hotel next time visit Palo Alto.
Min, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great, historic Hotel!
Andrew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Charming, good location.
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here for 2 nights & was a great experience, shopping & diner literally downstairs from hotel.
Stacey, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

First night shower didn’t have hot water, could only get lukewarm. Hotel is marvelous piece of history. Location is ideal.
Margaret, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed very much the location of the hotel, the staff and the shopping!
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great location
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous historic hotel; with clean, comfortable, and pretty rooms. In a great location. And very nice staff.
Mariela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and culture.
Shuji, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the proximity to Stanford and the historical charm!
Christine, 1-night trip