What is University South like?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting Palo Alto's University South neighborhood. Are you looking for University South travel tips? Be sure to check out Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in University South?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, el PRADO is the highest ranked property in University South. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Stanford University, and it offers private balconies and a fitness center. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Nobu Hotel Palo Alto and Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the University South area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Palo Alto, choose from one of Expedia's 17 hotels and other accommodations in University South.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University South, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in University South.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to University South?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to University South, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What can I see and do in this Palo Alto neighborhood?

Landmarks in University South that you won't want to miss include Stanford Theatre and Hewlett Packard House and Garage. Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Museum of American Heritage are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around University South include Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center, Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo, and Stanford University Arboretum. While you're out sightseeing in Palo Alto, be sure to visit other sights like Rinconada Park or Sunset Headquarters and Gardens.

Top University South Hotels

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Our top choices for University South hotels

An outdoor courtyard with a round table, potted plants, and a hanging lantern.

1. el PRADO

University South

Marissa

₩683,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, string lights, wicker furniture, and a view of the city skyline.

2. Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

University South

Nancy

₩504,671 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A bedroom with a large bed, a hanging light fixture, floral wallpaper, and a framed picture on the wall.

3. Crowper Inn

University South

colin

₩464,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A restaurant with outdoor seating surrounded by a garden path and various plants.

4. Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

University South

Ariane

₩707,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A Menlo Park Inn building with a parking lot and a row of rooms.

5. Menlo Park Inn

3 km from University South

CHAD

₩213,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.

6. Creekside Inn

Barron Park, 3.4 km from University South

Laryssa

₩236,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

7. The Ameswell Hotel

8.9 km from University South

John Ewell

₩228,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

8. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

26.3 km from University South

Celeste

₩208,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.

9. Dinah's Garden Hotel

5.2 km from University South

claudia

₩263,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

10. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

23.1 km from University South

William

₩187,025 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

11. Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

22.2 km from University South

Chiquanna

₩196,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

12. The Westin San Francisco Airport

26.2 km from University South

Karl

₩219,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.

13. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

25.2 km from University South

Prakhar

₩214,475 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

14. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Green Acres, 4.6 km from University South

Kelly

₩184,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

15. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

7.6 km from University South

Vanessa

₩316,372 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A reception area with a counter, two patterned chairs, a yellow ottoman, and a large blue potted plant.

16. Hotel Aura SFO

29.4 km from University South

Charles

₩185,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley

15.9 km from University South

Verenice

₩184,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

18. Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

14.1 km from University South

Sylvia

₩180,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A dining table with a meal consisting of a salad, grilled meat, beans, and a glass of red wine.

19. Maple Tree Inn

15.2 km from University South

Sadie

₩135,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A motel with a parking lot, a building with a red roof, and a large tree in the background.

20. The Palo Alto Inn

5.1 km from University South

RuthAnn

₩166,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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Where to stay in University South

Find the best University South areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Stanford

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.

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East Palo Alto

Situated near the Baylands Nature Preserve, East Palo Alto offers access to a scenic marshland trail and is close to the Ravenswood 101 shopping center. Convenient transportation options include U.S. Route 101 and SamTrans.

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Barron Park

Though Barron Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Antonio Shopping Center and San Andreas Fault Trail.

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Old Palo Alto

Old Palo Alto might not have many top sights, but Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Ventura

While Ventura might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium.

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