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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.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a lamp.
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.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City

Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Bair Island
₩191,791
₩218,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, sink, and a large mirror.
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.
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
₩127,325
₩143,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
A hotel entrance with a 'BW Best Western' sign, glass doors, and a seating area visible inside.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, mirror, and a coffee maker.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an archway.
A reception area with a reception desk, two blue armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a tiled floor.

3. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
₩177,170
₩199,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
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 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
₩149,776
₩168,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Stafford Inn
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 modern reception area with a white reception desk, wooden paneling, and a colorful hexagonal wall design.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, large windows with sheer curtains, a blue sofa, and a patterned rug.

5. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
₩180,935
₩209,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hyatt Place San Carlos
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 spacious atrium with a central pool, multiple balconies, and a seating area with a flat-screen TV.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
San Carlos
₩159,491
₩183,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, hanging light fixtures, and framed artwork on the walls.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottoman, and a fireplace.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
₩158,258
₩181,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, and a large window with a city view.
A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and baked goods, served in metal containers.
A bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a towel dispenser.

8. Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG
Belmont
₩163,512
₩187,958 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG
A modern outdoor lounge area with seating, fire pits, and large umbrellas.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, featuring a patterned carpet and pendant lighting.
A modern living room with a stone wall fireplace, leather chairs, and a wooden floor.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a television screen.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Bayfront
₩166,356
₩189,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
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.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
San Carlos
₩161,635
₩187,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

8/10 Good
"Clean, easy to find, great deli on site. Good if visiting near by. Would stay again"
Kulia 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Creekside Inn
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"I was staying to get to a concert at Frost Amphitheater. Great location, and reasonably priced. 👍"
Carol 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours 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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