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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 spacious indoor area with large columns, a patterned floor, and glass doors leading outside.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
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
₩167,677
₩190,640 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 spacious indoor area with two leather sofas, a small table, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
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.

2. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Centennial
₩127,443
₩143,943 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 bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, a heater, and a shower area.
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.

3. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
₩176,925
₩199,483 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
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
₩149,785
₩168,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Stafford Inn
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a city skyline at dusk.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, wooden flooring, and a mix of seating areas including bar stools and cushioned chairs.
A waterfront pathway lined with white flowers and a building with a modern design.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a pool, and glass walls offering views of the surrounding area.

5. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
₩144,757
₩195,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with armchairs.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and dumbbells.
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a television, and decorative elements.
A conference room with round tables and chairs, a projector screen, and a carpeted floor.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley

Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
Newark
₩131,353
₩149,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
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 modern reception area with a white reception desk, wooden paneling, and a colorful hexagonal wall design.
A hotel room with a blue wall, a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

7. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
₩190,328
₩220,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hyatt Place 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 two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of a pool and outdoor area.
A hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a sofa, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont

Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont
Newark
₩152,772
₩174,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, comfortable seating, and a dining area.
A modern lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a central fireplace, and two armchairs.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a bed in the adjacent room.
A spacious restaurant with high wooden beams, multiple seating areas including tables and booths, and a large TV screen.

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
San Carlos
₩203,732
₩234,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City 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 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.

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
San Carlos
₩155,748
₩179,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"It was very relaxing and quiet in my hotel room."
Grant 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel was nice for the price"
Charlotte 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean,helpful staff"
Angel 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

8/10 Good
"Convenient location to Stanford. It was a clean and pool area was a great amenity."
Seth 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"paula is responsible for client experience and she is phenomenal!!"
SANDY 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East 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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