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Sep 25 - Sep 27
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Oct 2 - Oct 4

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

1. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City

Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Bair Island
₩184,220
₩209,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
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 building entrance with large glass doors, a stone-paved area, and a view of the street and trees.
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
₩136,001
₩153,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, a heater, and a shower area.
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
₩181,335
₩204,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
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 hotel entrance with a stone bench, a ramp, and a handrail.

4. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
₩138,167
₩155,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Stafford Inn
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, stone walls, and a modern building in the background.
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 hotel kitchen with a buffet area, bar seating, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern reception area with a curved desk, a digital clock, and a decorative vase.

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
San Carlos
₩165,674
₩191,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.
A hotel room with a blue wall, a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.
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.

6. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
₩185,456
₩214,564 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hyatt Place San Carlos
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.

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
San Carlos
₩245,901
₩282,899 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
A hotel with a prominent 'aloft hotel' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A bar area with a neon sign, multiple seating arrangements, and a well-stocked bar counter.
A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing natural light.

8. Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley

Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
Newark
₩158,335
₩180,811 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with armchairs.
A long, well-lit hallway with a geometric patterned floor, large artwork on the walls, and tall, narrow planters with decorative branches.
A modern lobby with a dark blue patterned carpet, a dark blue sofa with multiple cushions, a glass coffee table, and a reception desk with chairs.
A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including a long communal table and several smaller tables with chairs.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley

Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
Newark
₩129,133
₩147,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
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 modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.
A breakfast bar with labeled sections for cereal and fruit, including a blue container for oatmeal and jars of granola.

10. Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG
Belmont
₩167,598
₩192,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont by IHG
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing stay!"
Megan 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Always stay here when going to Stanford medical center. Nice grounds and quiet rooms."
Maximilien 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Creekside Inn
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"Very nice little breakfast. Well maintained"
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 1 day 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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