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Sep 7 - Sep 8
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Sep 8 - Sep 9
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Sep 11 - Sep 13
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Sep 18 - Sep 20

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.
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.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City

Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Bair Island
₩174,460
₩198,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
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 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.

2. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Centennial
₩133,268
₩150,512 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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
₩153,998
₩173,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Best Western Inn
A modern building with a row of windows and a central entrance.
A hotel entrance with a glass door, an exit sign above, and a small cabinet to the left.
A hotel entrance with a stone bench, a ramp, and a handrail.
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.

4. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
₩135,390
₩152,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Stafford Inn
A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, large windows with sheer curtains, a blue sofa, and a patterned rug.
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.

5. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
₩181,729
₩210,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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 hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital check-in station, a hydration station, and a snack shelf.
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
₩162,344
₩187,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
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 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.

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
San Carlos
₩168,402
₩194,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, comfortable seating, and a dining area.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a bed in the adjacent room.
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, sofas, and string lights.
A spacious restaurant with high wooden beams, multiple seating areas including tables and booths, and a large TV screen.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
San Carlos
₩204,613
₩235,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
A hotel with a prominent 'aloft hotel' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a colorful wall, and seating arrangements.
A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing natural light.

9. Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley

Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
Newark
₩148,075
₩169,094 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television.
A hotel lounge with a fireplace, bookshelves, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.
A spacious atrium with a central pool, multiple balconies, and a seating area with a flat-screen TV.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
San Carlos
₩168,200
₩193,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Quiet place in the middle of town. Very relaxing and the staff were just awesome."
Gina 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Creekside Inn
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect for family,clean and safe"
Abigail 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Zen was a great hotel with fantastic amenities. Rooms were clean, hotel looked nice, great design, fantastic breakfast and on top of all, dedicated and hardworking staff with great attitude. Location is great and area is safe and peaceful. Will certainly be back at Zen soon!"
Arya 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Zen Hotel 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 Frost Amplitheater.
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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