Cardinal

3 stars
8,3
Very good
based on 429 reviews
429 reviews
235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States
235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA
+1 650 323 5101
Wed 4/11
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Thu 5/11
2 guests, 1 room
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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
429 reviews

Latest deals for Cardinal

Wed 4/11
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Thu 5/11
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R1 790
•Cheapest rate per night
Compare prices for Standard Room, Deluxe room and 13 more Cardinal deals.
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R1 790
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R2 353
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R154 766
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Queen room, bed type unknown
R3 350
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
R5 429
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
R8 661
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Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R3 455
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Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R4 975
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Queen room, bed type unknown
R3 609
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
R3 830
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Queen room, bed type unknown
R3 952
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
R5 914
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Queen room, bed type unknown
R5 053
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
R5 053
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Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R5 974
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Cardinal

  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Reviews of Cardinal

8,3
Very good
429 verified ratings
Wonderful
231
Very good
77
Good
63
Okay
17
Fair
26
Mediocre
5
Poor
10

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location in downtown Palo Alto, close to restaurants, shops, and Stanford University. Many appreciated the charming, historic atmosphere and found the hotel clean and well-maintained. However, several reviews mentioned issues with shared bathrooms, lack of air conditioning, and occasional noise, particularly in rooms facing the street. While some felt the hotel offered good value for the price, others thought it was expensive given the dated facilities and shared amenities. Overall, the positive aspects of location, cleanliness, and atmosphere stood out most.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Atmosphere8.5 out of 10
Value for Price5 out of 10
Bathroom1.5 out of 10
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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

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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Which month has the cheapest rates at Cardinal?

The cheapest month to stay at Cardinal is August, with an average nightly rate of R4 042. The most expensive month is March at R4 691 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Cardinal?

The cheapest day to book Cardinal is Saturday, with an average nightly rate of R3 350. The most expensive day is Friday at R5 429 per night.

How far in advance should you book Cardinal?

To get the best price at Cardinal, book around 9 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 38% compared to booking last minute.

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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Distance to airport

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

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