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Oct 2 - Oct 4
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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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.
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.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City

Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Bair Island
₩181,581
₩206,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, sink, and a large mirror.
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.
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
₩134,053
₩151,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
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 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
₩156,233
₩176,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
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 modern building with a flat roof, a covered entrance, and a sign for Stafford Inn.

4. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
₩136,188
₩153,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Stafford Inn
A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.
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.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

5. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
₩215,297
₩249,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Hyatt Place San Carlos
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a city skyline at dusk.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a pool, and glass walls offering views of the surrounding area.
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.

6. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
₩162,007
₩215,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
A hotel entrance with a large archway, a visible logo, and a well-lit interior.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of a pool and outdoor area.
A hotel with a swimming pool, sun loungers, and a clear sky.
A gazebo with a water feature in a garden.

7. Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont

Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont
Newark
₩159,889
₩182,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a parking lot.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a mounted TV.
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 hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital check-in station, a hydration station, and a snack shelf.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
San Carlos
₩181,581
₩210,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco 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 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 reception area with a curved desk, a digital clock, and a decorative vase.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
San Carlos
₩163,301
₩187,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
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 reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a colorful wall, and seating arrangements.

10. Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley

Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
Newark
₩154,364
₩176,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

8/10 Good
"Quiet & safe parking"
Mary Lynn 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Creekside Inn
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"Room"
Maria 3-night trip
Posted 2 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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