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Tonight
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Tomorrow
Sep 18 - Sep 19
This weekend
Sep 18 - Sep 20
Next weekend
Sep 25 - Sep 27

Our top choices for Palo Alto beach hotels

Dinner served
Terrace/patio
View from property
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

1. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City

Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Bair Island
₩177,633
₩201,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Two Queens Deluxe Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)
Property entrance
Interior

2. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Centennial
₩134,943
₩152,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Room amenity
Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

3. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
₩158,355
₩178,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Best Western Inn
Exterior
Reception
Front of property
Exterior

4. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
₩138,494
₩156,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Stafford Inn
Bar (on property)
Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby
Exterior

5. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
₩184,013
₩212,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Hyatt Place San Carlos
BBQ/picnic area
Free daily continental breakfast
Reception
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
San Carlos
₩159,870
₩184,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
Exterior
Reception
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Lobby lounge

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
San Carlos
₩166,066
₩190,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
Property entrance
Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
View from room
Garden view

8. Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont

Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont
Newark
₩156,950
₩179,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont
View from property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Bar (on property)
Exterior

9. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
₩174,879
₩230,141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Lobby
Exterior
Lobby
View from property

10. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley

Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
Newark
₩129,438
₩147,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Palo Alto

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay!"
Michael 4-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Dinah's Garden Hotel
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"The room was very clean and the staff was excellent"
Jacqueline 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

8/10 Good
"It's a peaceful place to stay...and the staff is friendly and responsive."
Hilary 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Chandrakala 2-night trip
Posted 9 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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