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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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A spacious indoor area with large columns, a patterned floor, and glass doors leading outside.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City

Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Bair Island
₩190,473
₩216,558 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, sink, and a large mirror.
A long, narrow hotel corridor with doors on both sides, a carpeted floor, and overhead lighting.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a television, and a small plant.
A spacious indoor area with two leather sofas, a small table, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

2. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Centennial
₩126,450
₩142,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
A hotel entrance with a 'BW Best Western' sign, glass doors, and a seating area visible inside.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an archway.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, mirror, and a coffee maker.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, a heater, and a shower area.

3. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
₩155,733
₩175,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Best Western Inn
A modern building with a row of windows and a central entrance.
A reception area with a desk, a bulletin board, a door with an exit sign, and a view of a parking lot with autumn trees.
A hotel entrance with a glass door, an exit sign above, and a small cabinet to the left.
A modern building with a flat roof, a covered entrance, and a sign for Stafford Inn.

4. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
₩148,748
₩167,714 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Stafford Inn
A room with two leather chairs, a small table with jars, and a window with a view of the street.
A red door with a white frame, surrounded by dense green ivy.
A breakfast table with scrambled eggs, croquettes, and a bottle of Chobani yogurt.
A modern room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden desk with a book, a potted orchid, a lamp, and a coffee maker.

5. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
San Carlos
₩97,845
₩114,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
LiA Hotel
A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.
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.

6. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
₩179,692
₩207,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hyatt Place San Carlos
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.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, wooden flooring, and a mix of seating areas including bar stools and cushioned chairs.

7. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
₩158,728
₩210,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, stone walls, and a modern building in the background.
A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and seating area.
A modern reception area with a curved desk, a digital clock, and a decorative vase.
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.

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
San Carlos
₩148,545
₩170,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a building with a white facade.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, mirror, towel rack, and shower curtain.
A lobby with a seating area, large windows, and a stone wall with a TV.
A parking lot with a blue sign, a white building, and a red car.

9. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Belmont
₩110,584
₩131,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television.
A hotel lobby with a pool, seating areas, and a bar.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.
A hotel lounge with a fireplace, bookshelves, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
San Carlos
₩158,395
₩182,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"I always stay here when we have something in SF or Santa Clara. The location is convenient, the pool is indoor and good size for my kids with right temperature. I will definitely stay here again!"
Darlene Faith 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice place to stay. I plan to go back"
Sophia 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"A"
Loren 4-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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