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Park James

4.5 star property
Travelers balance relaxation and adventure at Park James, where rejuvenating spa treatments complement hearty breakfasts at Oak+Violet restaurant

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Park James offers a luxurious retreat in downtown Palo Alto. Guests start with breakfast at Oak+Violet, enjoy spa treatments to rejuvenate, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The hotel also features a 24-hour gym and fitness classes to keep visitors active.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is AED 769
AED 972 total
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May

About this property

Park James

  • Luxury hotel near Stanford University
  • Consider a stay at Park James and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Oak+Violet, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; the property also has a bar and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
    • Express check-in, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
    • Free newspapers, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 61 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Frette Italian sheets, and free cribs/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
    • 65-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix and premium channels
    • Mini fridges, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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, plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is Park James pet-friendly?

Yes, Park James allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 75 per stay and a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Park James?

As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Park James on 23 May 2026 start from AED 769, 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 30 per night.

What time is check-in at Park James?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Park James?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Park James located?

Situated in Menlo Park, this luxury hotel is steps from Silicon Valley, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center. Menlo College and Stanford Shopping Center are also within 2 mi (3 km). Menlo Park Station is 8 minutes by foot and Atherton Station is 19 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 373 out of 498 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 498 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 498 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 498 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 498 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruthie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were excellent. We were only there one night but they were super helpful with check in and check out and parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, quality interior decor, amazing location with many high end restaurants nearby
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff wonderful and great location, room very clean . The only negatives the restaurant was not open on the night of our stay ( Sunday ) and could hear the traffic .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Clean spacious room. Very good food and help in the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay - pleasant decor, clean accommodations and delightful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room. Comfortable bed. Charming outdoor bar area. Very attentive service that made you feel they cared.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robbin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel the restaurant was 5 star would absolutely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice & friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hammad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service ‘
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, very friendly staff and good food!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location within walking distance to good restaurants including the hotels very hip restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great convenience and location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, good food and coffee, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding. Great, friendly service - front desk serving as valet. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

The bed was comfortable, the room clean and decorated nicely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was super friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are immaculate, outdoor patio is great and service was superb
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great find

Loved this little hotel. A great find with many nice touches and really friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Suyash

Nice and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff could not be more friendly and helpful! I love this hotel and am a repeat customer for a reason!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

The staff was amazing! Very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend Park James hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and stylish with a friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t get to spend a lot of time there, But the room was clean and quiet had breakfast there the next morning it was excellent stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024