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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.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a lamp.
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
₩170,092
₩193,386 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 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 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
₩132,694
₩149,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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
₩171,027
₩192,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Best Western Inn
A modern building with a row of windows and a central entrance.
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.
A hotel entrance with a glass door, an exit sign above, and a small cabinet to the left.

4. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
₩149,785
₩168,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Stafford Inn
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 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
₩172,676
₩199,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
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 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.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
San Carlos
₩161,645
₩187,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a city skyline at dusk.
A large, modern hotel with a prominent "Grand Bay" sign, featuring a symmetrical facade, multiple floors, and a waterfront location.
A waterfront pathway lined with white flowers and a building with a modern design.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, wooden flooring, and a mix of seating areas including bar stools and cushioned chairs.

7. 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 reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a colorful wall, and seating arrangements.
Exterior
Pool
A hotel room with a bed, desk, laptop, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley

Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
Newark
₩140,736
₩160,714 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, comfortable seating, and a dining area.
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, sofas, and string lights.
A modern lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a central fireplace, and two armchairs.
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 24 - Oct 25
Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
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.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
₩159,366
₩183,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"So easy to find with easy parking - two of the things I worry about most. Cute rooms and very clean!"
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"What a hidden GEM! Will stay again...."
Kara 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Creekside Inn
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent stay. The staff were outstanding."
Jonathan 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"Room"
Maria 3-night trip
Posted 6 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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