The Cardinal Hotel  

Right in downtown Palo Alto, a short drive from Stanford University and the Stanford Shopping Center. Nearby highlights include the Stanford Theatre, Cantor Arts Center, Stanford Arboretum, Bing Concert Hall, Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital, and the Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the preferred airport.

Built in 1924, the Cardinal blends Old World charm with modern touches. The 63 guestrooms feature LED TVs, pillowtop beds with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets, and bathrooms stocked with designer toiletries and tubs or showers. The lobby keeps a warm, gracious vibe centered on a cozy fireplace.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi, a lobby fireplace and an on-site coffee shop/cafe keep mornings and work sessions easy. Weekday full breakfasts are served 7:00–10:00 AM for a fee. Guests also enjoy free parking, an elevator, laundry and dry-cleaning, plus express check-in/check-out and a 24-hour front desk.

Complimentary wireless internet and express check-in/check-out make this city-center stay convenient for business travelers.

Stop by the on-site coffee shop/cafe for coffee and casual bites. Full breakfasts are available on weekdays, and a wide selection of local restaurants and dining options is steps away.