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Cardinal Hotel

2-star Hotel with Restaurant

2 stars

235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

+1 650 323 5101
8.3
Very Good

based on 391 reviews

€146
Rate

per night

Room Type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
€146
Queen room
€172
Deluxe room
€241
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About Cardinal Hotel, Palo Alto

Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.7
Services
8.1
Staff
8.9
Value for money
7.8
Located a short drive from Stanford University, Cardinal Hotel Palo Alto provides charming accommodation in Palo Alto. It offers guests a convenient base with Palo Alto Caltrain Station just a 10-minute stroll away. Those staying at Cardinal can take advantage of the relaxation facilities, which include a swimming pool. For an easy and effortless check-in and departure experience, guests can benefit from the express check-in/check-out kiosk. Cardinal Hotel has 60 rooms that are equipped with all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay. The hotel is ideally located for discovering the city, with Ramona Street Architectural District within a two-minute walk. Stanford Shopping Center is a short walk away.

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Rooms

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Queen room
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
1 king bed
Standard Room
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • 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

  • Window
  • 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

Media and entertainment

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee machine

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Things to do

  • Golf

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews

8.3
Very GoodBased on 391 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • "The hotel door is kind of very low-profile, but you'll feel" (in 1 review)
  • "Lovely historic hotel, beautiful lobby" (in 9 reviews)
  • Cental Palo Alto is beautiful in the evening and you can walk to Stanford (in 2 reviews)
Cons -
  • Reception area in hotel very very old (in 10 reviews)
  • Bathrm door squeaks. (in 1 review)
  • Ridiculous for a shared bathroom. (in 10 reviews)


Cardinal Hotel room booking info

Check in/Check out

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

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How far is Cardinal Hotel from San Jose?

    Driving distance from San Jose to Cardinal Hotel and vice versa is 22.5 km and the overall drive time is about 41min. Driving time can vary based on the time of day and traffic.

  • What is the best way to get to Cardinal Hotel from San Jose?

    Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Cardinal Hotel. The nearest airport to the hotel is San Jose.

  • Are there food options at Cardinal Hotel?

    Yes, Cardinal Hotel does have a restaurant where you can sit down to eat or order something to take away. There are also many other quality food options in Palo Alto for those looking for something different. Guests staying at Cardinal Hotel are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does Cardinal Hotel have a pool?

    Unfortunately, our data does not specify if there is a pool at Cardinal Hotel. We would recommend calling the hotel’s front desk to confirm. The phone number for Cardinal Hotel is +1 650 323 5101.

  • What is the phone number for Cardinal Hotel?

    If you have questions or concerns about your stay at Cardinal Hotel, call +1 650 323 5101 to speak with a front desk representative.

  • Does Cardinal Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Cardinal Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Cardinal Hotel?

    The required check-out time is 11:00. Please plan accordingly before your departure to avoid any penalties or fees.

  • How much is a room at Cardinal Hotel?

    €231/night is a good average price right now, and some users have even reported deals that start from only €131/night. However, prices can change based on the time of year you’re booking, the type of room you prefer, etc. Fill in the form above to get deals for your trip.

  • Is there laundry service in Cardinal Hotel?

    Yes, you can take care of all your laundry needs with the on-premise services at Cardinal Hotel, Palo Alto. Need to straighten out your clothes? The accommodation features an ironing board and an iron.

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Places of interest near Cardinal Hotel

Attractions in Palo Alto, California curated by momondo

Cardinal Hotel location: 235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Top landmarks

Museum of American Heritage0.3 km
HP Garage0.6 km
Nature Gallery0.6 km
Lathrop House0.7 km
Arboretum Grove0.7 km
Stanford Shopping Center0.9 km
Stanford Stadium1.1 km
Stanford Mausoleum1.2 km

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