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Tonight
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Tomorrow
Sep 12 - Sep 13
This weekend
Sep 11 - Sep 13
Next weekend
Sep 18 - Sep 20

Our top choices for Palo Alto beach hotels

Bathroom
Two Queens Deluxe Room
Property entrance
Interior

1. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Centennial
₩133,635
₩150,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Restaurant
View from property
Room
Terrace/patio

2. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City

Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Bair Island
₩168,866
₩191,993 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Room amenity
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Room amenity
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

3. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
₩166,302
₩187,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Best Western Inn
Exterior
Reception
Reception
Exterior

4. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
₩134,772
₩151,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Stafford Inn
Bar (on property)
Room
Exterior
Reception

5. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
₩180,900
₩209,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Hyatt Place San Carlos
BBQ/picnic area
Breakfast meal
Room
Room

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
San Carlos
₩160,632
₩185,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
Exterior
Reception
Lobby lounge
Bathroom

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
San Carlos
₩173,664
₩200,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
Lobby lounge
Restaurant
BBQ/picnic area
Private kitchen

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
San Carlos
₩205,177
₩236,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
View from property
Restaurant
Exterior
View from property

9. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
₩160,970
₩213,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Lobby
Lobby
Lobby
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
San Carlos
₩167,433
₩192,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
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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

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Good hotel."
Laryssa 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Creekside Inn
Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely property, it feels secluded and it was quiet. The poolside restaurant food was delicious. It is conveniently located to everything we wanted to see. We definitely would stay here again."
John 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Chandrakala 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Comfort Inn Palo Alto
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

8/10 Good
"Nice room, clean, loud neighbors."
David 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

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 Frost Amplitheater.
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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