Cardinal Hotel

2 stars
235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States
Palo Alto, CA
+1 650 323 5101
8,3
Very good
based on 417 reviews
417 reviews
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Fri 13/2
1 room, 2 guests
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R2 664
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Standard Room
R2 664
Queen room
R3 216
Deluxe room
R4 833
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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.

Latest deals for Cardinal Hotel

Thu 12/2
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Queen room
No inclusions
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R3 216
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 queen bed
R3 232
nightly with fees
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1 queen bed
R3 253
nightly with fees
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bed type unknown
R3 438
nightly with fees
Standard Room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
R2 664
nightly with fees
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1 king bed
R3 038
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1 queen bed
R3 086
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R3 104
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Deluxe room
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1 king bed
R4 833
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1 king bed
R4 833
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R6 133
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 Hotel

  • 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 Hotel

8,3
Very good
417 verified ratings
Wonderful
224
Very good
74
Good
69
Okay
16
Fair
23
Mediocre
4
Poor
7

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's central location, historic charm, and cleanliness. However, many noted issues with shared facilities, lack of air conditioning, and the overall value for the price paid.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Value for Price3 out of 10
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2016
Pros (+) Great ambiance, great staff, lovely history.
Cons (-) The hotel may not be for everyone -- if you like a modern experience ,not for you. Stay away, please, from my favorite hotel.

Location

235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

What's nearby

  • Stanford Theatre156 m
  • Downtown Palo Alto Farmer's Market205 m
  • St. Thomas Aquinas Church383 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

Policies

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 Hotel

  • Where is Cardinal Hotel located?

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

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

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

  • Does Cardinal Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Cardinal Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Cardinal Hotel from the airport?

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

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Distance to airport

8,0
1,6 km
San Jose
22,5 km

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