Travelers can savor local flavors at two onsite restaurants or borrow complimentary bicycles to explore the prestigious Stanford University campus nearby
Located in downtown Palo Alto, Graduate by Hilton offers a contemporary retreat with a bar, two dining options, cooked-to-order breakfast, in-room WiFi, and free rental bikes. Guests praise the attentive staff and convenient luggage storage service.
Located in Palo Alto, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto is in the historical district. San Francisco Bay and Baylands Nature Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include California's Great America and Stanford University Arboretum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stanford Stadium or Levi's Stadium. Visit our Palo Alto travel guide
488 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301
What's nearby
Stanford University
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Stanford Shopping Center
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Stanford University Medical Center
5 min drive - 2.6 km
Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Stanford Stadium
4 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Palo Alto Station
11 min walk
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
27 min drive
Restaurants
Hidden Tap and Barrel
6 min walk
Curry Pizza House Palo Alto
6 min walk
Blue Bottle Coffee
1 min walk
Maruwu Seicha 丸宇製茶
4 min walk
Cafe Venetia
1 min walk
About this property
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
Upscale hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Stanford University
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto provides amenities like a bar and 2 restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
An electric car charging station, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
Valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 25 for children
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Restaurants on site
Lou & Herbert's
President's Terrace
Things to do
Free bicycle rentals
Family friendly
In-room crib
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Turndown service
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
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Mediterranean architecture
Renovated entire property - January 2023
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
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Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Heating
Laptop workspace
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 29.63 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 25 for children
Valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property is also known as
Graduate Palo Alto
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Palo Alto
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Hotel Palo Alto
Frequently asked questions
Is Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto pet-friendly?
Yes, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?
As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto on Mar 28, 2026 start from ₩314,337, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is available for USD 50 per night.
What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto located?
Located in University South, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Stanford Theatre and Stanford University. Stanford University Medical Center is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away. Palo Alto Station is 11 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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What a stunning and charming historic hotel in the heart of Palo Alto. The staff is fantastic, the hotel decor and style is gorgeous and unique, the rooms are beautifully decorated and appointed and the roof-top lounge is a must for the view and a drink by the fire. Would 100% recommend. This hotel a total gem.
Perfect. Was so glad I stayed here instead of the property around the corner where I was for a conference and which as 3x more expensive. I love the antique Otis elevator but did have a hard time using it. It took me some time to realize that there are two elevators.
Would love to stay here again!!!
We enjoyed our stay. The staff was kind and helpful and the roof top bar was a big bonus. I wish we had more time up there. My only complaint was the mattress because it sagged a bit in the middle.
Naiomi
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Mark
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms were small but very comfortable, staff very pleasant and helpful , room service would be nice.
Note if you’re on the 6th floor there is music from the rooftop bar above until 10pm on the weekends ( good to know).
Overall good vibe and great location!
We loved this charming hotel in the heart of Palo Alto University district. The decor was beautiful! Friendly helpful staff and such a lovely festive lobby! We will definitely stay again!