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Sep 23 - Sep 24
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Sep 24 - Sep 25
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Sep 25 - Sep 27
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Oct 2 - Oct 4

Our top choices for Palo Alto beach hotels

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, including bar stools and high tables, and a visible kitchen area with bar equipment.
A spacious indoor area with large columns, a patterned floor, and glass doors leading outside.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a lamp.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City

Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Bair Island
₩181,746
₩206,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, sink, and a large mirror.
A building entrance with large glass doors, a stone-paved area, and a view of the street and trees.
A spacious indoor area with two leather sofas, a small table, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A long, narrow hotel corridor with doors on both sides, a carpeted floor, and overhead lighting.

2. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Centennial
₩134,175
₩151,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
A hotel entrance with a 'BW Best Western' sign, glass doors, and a seating area visible inside.
A reception area with a reception desk, two blue armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a tiled floor.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, a heater, and a shower area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

3. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
₩178,900
₩201,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Best Western Inn
A modern building with a row of windows and a central entrance.
A modern building with a flat roof, a covered entrance, and a sign for Stafford Inn.
A hotel entrance with a stone bench, a ramp, and a handrail.
A hotel entrance with a glass door, an exit sign above, and a small cabinet to the left.

4. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
₩136,311
₩153,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Stafford Inn
A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.
A hotel room with a blue wall, a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.
A modern reception area with a white reception desk, wooden paneling, and a colorful hexagonal wall design.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

5. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
₩160,129
₩185,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Hyatt Place San Carlos
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a parking lot.
A modern hotel room with a beige sofa, a white armchair, and a round coffee table. Large windows offer views of greenery and a cityscape.
A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a black countertop, a white bathtub, and a shower curtain.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a mounted TV.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
San Carlos
₩181,746
₩210,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
A hotel entrance with a large archway, a visible logo, and a well-lit interior.
A hotel with a swimming pool, sun loungers, and a clear sky.
A hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a sofa, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A gazebo with a water feature in a garden.

7. Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont

Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont
Newark
₩154,477
₩176,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, stone walls, and a modern building in the background.
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a wooden side table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large mirror reflecting the room.
A modern reception area with a curved desk, a digital clock, and a decorative vase.
A modern hotel kitchen with a buffet area, bar seating, and a large window providing natural light.

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
San Carlos
₩163,449
₩187,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a city skyline at dusk.
A waterfront pathway lined with white flowers and a building with a modern design.
A large, modern hotel with a prominent "Grand Bay" sign, featuring a symmetrical facade, multiple floors, and a waterfront location.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a pool, and glass walls offering views of the surrounding area.

9. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
₩171,784
₩226,129 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
A hotel with a prominent 'aloft hotel' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A bar area with a neon sign, multiple seating arrangements, and a well-stocked bar counter.
A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing natural light.

10. Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley

Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
Newark
₩156,608
₩178,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"Skimpy on the towels in room and breakfast was mediocre."
Linda 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were great. Parking easy"
Janet 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"Very nice little breakfast. Well maintained"
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

What is Palo Alto like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its university life and art galleries, Palo Alto offers a lot for the traveler booking a vacation.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Palo Alto?
You can plan your beach trip with a look at the seasons in Palo Alto: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Palo Alto is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do around Palo Alto?
After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Lakeshore Park Beach or Niles Beach for some quality time by the water. Experience the area's university life and art galleries, and make time for local attractions like San Francisco Bay and Palo Alto Art Center. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Palo Alto?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Palo Alto with ease. To get to Palo Alto, book a flight to San Carlos, CA (SQL), the closest major airport, which is located 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from the city center. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from California Ave Station or Palo Alto Station.

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