The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
Hotel near Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto
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Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Breakfast available
- Housekeeping
- 24/7 front desk
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
235 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301
- Stanford Shopping CenterPlace, Stanford Shopping Center6 min walk
- Stanford UniversityPlace, Stanford University2 min drive
- Stanford University Medical CenterPlace, Stanford University Medical Center3 min drive
- San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)22 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
12 reviews
(12 reviews)
- 250 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
12 reviews
(12 reviews)
- 250 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
- 250 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
- 260 sq ft
- City view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
Palo Alto
University South stay.With a stay at this University South hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Stanford Shopping Center and 2 miles (3 km) of Stanford University Medical Center. Also, Stanford University is within 2 miles (3 km) and Facebook Campus is within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
- Stanford Shopping Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Stanford Stadium - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
- Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
- Stanford University - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
- Stanford University Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
Getting around
- Palo Alto Station - 6 min walk
- Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
- Nola - 1 min walk
- Pizza My Heart - 2 min walk
- Ramen Nagi - 2 min walk
- Nobu Palo Alto - 1 min walk
- Meyhouse - 2 min walk
About this property
The Cardinal Hotel
Hotel near Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Cardinal Hotel also features a fireplace in the lobby, express check-in, and express check-out.
This Palo Alto hotel is smoke free.
- 1 building
- 63 guestrooms or units
- 3 levels
- Built in 1924
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Storage area for luggage
- Fireplace in lobby
- Elevator
- No smoking on site
- Water dispenser
- Coffee shop
The Cardinal Hotel offers 63 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.
Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- In-room crib
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Offsite parking available (USD 15 per day)
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Food and drink
- Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 22 for adults and USD 22 for children
- A coffee shop/cafe
Things to do
- Art gallery
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Assistive listening devices
- Elevator
- Visual fire alarm
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
Bedroom
- Down comforter
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Free crib
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Bathtub or shower
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
- Restaurant dining guides
More
- Ceiling fan
- Desk
- Electrical adapters
- Free local calls
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
- Laptop workspace
- Laptop-compatible safe
- Phone
- Portable fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
- Free cribs (infant beds)!
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 22 for adults and USD 22 for children
- Nearby parking fee: USD 15 per day (39 ft away)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
The Cardinal Hotel Hotel
The Cardinal Hotel Palo Alto
The Cardinal Hotel Hotel Palo Alto
Frequently asked questions
How close is The Cardinal Hotel to the airport?
The Cardinal Hotel is 10 mi (20-min drive) away from the San Carlos, CA (SQL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Cardinal Hotel?
As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardinal Hotel on Oct 24, 2025 start from $128.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does The Cardinal Hotel have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at The Cardinal Hotel.
Does The Cardinal Hotel offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Cardinal Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 22 for adults and USD 22 for children.
Is there a casino at The Cardinal Hotel?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at The Cardinal Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at The Cardinal Hotel?
Free parking is not available at this hotel.
Does The Cardinal Hotel have a pool?
The Cardinal Hotel does not have a pool.
Does The Cardinal Hotel have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is The Cardinal Hotel to downtown Palo Alto?
The Cardinal Hotel is 1 mi away from Palo Alto.