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The Cardinal Hotel

Property class: 2.5

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Located close to Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford University Medical Center, The Cardinal Hotel provides an art gallery on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 532
AED 615 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a desk.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with a quilted headboard, white bedding, and a single decorative pillow with a monogram.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and two windows with blinds.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in University South, a neighborhood in Palo Alto, The Cardinal Hotel is near the airport and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay, while Shoreline Amphitheatre and Computer History Museum are cultural highlights. Stanford University and Stanford Shopping Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Palo Alto travel guide
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235 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301

What's nearby

  • A grassy hill with a wooden fence, a distant town with red-roofed buildings, and a tower.
    Stanford University
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A woman walking on a sidewalk with potted plants and buildings in the background.
    Stanford Shopping Center
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stanford Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stanford Stadium
    19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Palo Alto Station
    6 min walk
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Verve Coffee
    3 min walk
  • Curry Pizza House Palo Alto
    3 min walk
  • Macarena
    3 min walk
  • The Patio
    4 min walk
  • Pho Ha Noi
    3 min walk

About this property

The Cardinal Hotel

  • Hotel near Stanford University
  • Located close to Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford University Medical Center, The Cardinal Hotel provides an art gallery on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
    • Smoke-free premises, a water dispenser, and a 24-hour front desk
    • An elevator and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 63 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
    • Designer toiletries, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
    • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 22 for adults and USD 22 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Art gallery

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1924
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 22 for adults and USD 22 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 per day (39 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cardinal Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cardinal Hotel?

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardinal Hotel on 22 August 2026 start from AED 532, 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.

What time is check-in at The Cardinal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Cardinal Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cardinal Hotel located?

Located in University South, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Stanford University and Stanford Shopping Center. Stanford University Medical Center and Facebook Campus are also within 6 mi (10 km). Palo Alto Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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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