A winding road in a hilly area with a prominent tower and a distant cityscape.

Find Beach Hotels in Palo Alto, CA

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on Palo Alto Beach Hotels

Tonight
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Tomorrow
Sep 19 - Sep 20
This weekend
Sep 18 - Sep 20
Next weekend
Sep 25 - Sep 27

Our top choices for Palo Alto beach hotels

Dinner served
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
View from property

1. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City

Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Bair Island
₩185,226
₩210,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Interior
Lobby sitting area
Property entrance

2. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Centennial
₩136,744
₩154,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Room amenity
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Room amenity

3. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
₩182,325
₩205,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Best Western Inn
Exterior
Reception
Reception
Exterior

4. Stafford Inn

Stafford Inn
Centennial
₩138,921
₩156,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Stafford Inn
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Reception
Lobby

5. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
₩187,502
₩216,931 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hyatt Place San Carlos
BBQ/picnic area
Reception
Free daily continental breakfast
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
San Carlos
₩161,251
₩186,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
Exterior
Lobby lounge
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
San Carlos
₩192,502
₩221,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos
Property entrance
Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Suite, 1 King Bed, Poolside | Living area
View from room

8. Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont

Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont
Newark
₩157,435
₩179,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Doubletree by Hilton Newark - Fremont
View from property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Bar (on property)
Exterior

9. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
₩175,073
₩230,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Lobby
Meeting facility
Lobby
View from property

10. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley

Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
Newark
₩129,838
₩148,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
View all properties

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

8/10 Good
"THEY DO NOT OFFER BREAKFAST, despite what is advertised on Expedia. Their Expedia information needs to be corrected."
Cathy 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Creekside Inn
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"This was my second stay at the Zen Hotel. It is conveniently located, the rooms are comfortable and clean, and the staff is welcoming and helpful. The breakfast is excellent, and the complimentary parking is a wonderful convenience. I will definitely be back!"
shahrzad 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved it and the staff was all very friendly"
Carrie 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Chandrakala 2-night trip
Posted 10 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.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia