Cardinal

2 stars
235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States
Palo Alto, CA
+1 650 323 5101
8,3
Very good
based on 416 reviews
416 reviews
Wed 1/7
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Thu 2/7
2 guests, 1 room
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R2 732
/Cheapest rate per night
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Nightly total
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R2 732
Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 297
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R4 931
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Overview

Located a short drive from Stanford University, Cardinal Hotel Palo Alto provides charming accommodation in Palo Alto. It is surrounded by a range of well-known shops and is minutes on foot from Palo Alto Caltrain Station.

Guests of Cardinal can relax in the swimming pool. Convenient services include an express check-in feature and a luggage storage facility.

Cardinal Hotel offers rooms equipped with a hair dryer, plus all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay.

The hotel is located within a 10-minute walk of the HP Garage. Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford Caltrain Station are within walking distance.

8,3
Very good rating
Based on 416 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Cardinal

Wed 1/7
-
Thu 2/7
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R2 732
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 530
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R2 829
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 319
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R4 931
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
R2 948
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
R3 622
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
R6 257
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R3 118
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 707
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R4 931
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 297
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
R5 008
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
R3 796
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
R3 949
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
R4 088
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R5 921
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Cardinal

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Accessible parking
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

General

  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Slippers
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Telephone
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Winery tours
  • Zoo
  • Golf

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Parking

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee machine

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Cardinal

8,3
Very good
416 verified ratings
Wonderful
224
Very good
74
Good
65
Okay
16
Fair
26
Mediocre
4
Poor
7

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location in Palo Alto, describing it as central, convenient, and close to many restaurants and attractions. The cleanliness of the hotel and the friendly, helpful service were also positively noted. Some guests enjoyed the vintage charm and comfortable beds. However, there were consistent complaints about the lack of air conditioning, shared bathrooms, and the old, sometimes smelly condition of the building. Despite these issues, many found the hotel to offer good value for the price and a unique historic ambiance.
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Location

235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

What's nearby

  • Stanford Theatre159 m
  • Downtown Palo Alto Farmer's Market214 m
  • St. Thomas Aquinas Church389 m
  • HP Garage0.6 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center0.9 km
  • Stanford Stadium1.1 km
  • Stanford Mausoleum1.2 km
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center1.2 km
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo1.5 km
  • Rinconada Park1.7 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center1.8 km
  • Palo Alto Art Center2 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at Cardinal

  • Where is Cardinal located?

    Cardinal is located at 235 Hamilton Avenue, 1,6 km from the centre of Palo Alto. Stanford Theatre is the closest landmark to Cardinal.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Cardinal?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Cardinal.

  • Does Cardinal offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Cardinal offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Cardinal from the airport?

    Cardinal is 22,5 km from San Jose. Cardinal is 27,4 km from San Francisco.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,1
1,6 km
San Jose
22,5 km

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