Cardinal Hotel - Palo Alto

Cardinal Hotel - Palo Alto

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Cardinal Hotel - Palo Alto
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Overview

The Cardinal Hotel: A Vintage Boutique Stay in the Heart of Palo Alto

Positioned between San Francisco and San Jose airports, the Cardinal Hotel stands out as a premier Palo Alto hotel, offering a mix of historical charm and modern conveniences. This 3-star hotel, boasting recently renovated interiors, welcomes visitors with a unique blend of vintage hospitality and intimate hotel atmosphere. Key amenities include high-speed wireless Internet access, Direct TV with premium channels, and convenient downtown location, making it a top choice for both leisure and business travelers.

A Room for Every Traveler

The Cardinal Hotel presents a variety of guest rooms tailored to fit every need. Guests can enjoy a stay in classic guest rooms equipped with two extra-long double beds or opt for rooms featuring one queen bed. Each room is designed with modern conveniences in mind, such as Direct TV with premium channels, bedside USB ports, high-speed wireless Internet access, and a well-lit work desk, ensuring a comfortable and productive stay.

Dining Options Abound at The Cardinal Hotel

At this 3-star hotel, guests are treated to a pleasant stroll to an array of restaurants, ranging from "Best in the Bay Area" awards winners to trendy farm-to-table dining options. All ethnic cuisines are well-represented, ensuring that everyone finds something to satisfy their palate. Moreover, the hotel is conveniently located with entrances to two onsite restaurants and an art gallery, providing guests with diverse dining and cultural experiences just steps away.

Exceptional Services at Your Disposal

The Cardinal Hotel prides itself on offering exceptional services to meet the needs of its guests. From the dedicated service of the hotel staff, managed by an executive housekeeper with 30 years of experience, to complimentary amenities such as free weekday newspapers, coffee, tea, and cocoa in the lobby, guests will find their stay both welcoming and comfortable.

Entertainment and Relaxation at Cardinal Palo Alto

Guests looking for entertainment and relaxation will find plenty of options nearby. With local movie theaters, parks, popular wine bars, and infamous coffee shops like Philz, Verve, and Coupa Cafe sprinkled throughout downtown, there's no shortage of activities. Additionally, YogaSource Palo Alto offers a variety of classes, ensuring guests have access to top-notch wellness and fitness options during their stay.

Prime Location and Easy Transportation

The ideal location of the Cardinal Inn Palo Alto allows for easy access to transportation and local attractions. Most shuttle lines, including the Marguerite Shuttle, connect guests to key destinations like Stanford University and the Caltrain station, a mere 7-minute walk away. For those exploring Palo Alto, biking is a popular and convenient option, with BikeShare providing short-duration rentals.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 11 am
Amenities
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 25 per day.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of US$27 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of rooms:44
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
Standard King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Standard Queen Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

USD 25 per day

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Spa and relaxation

Spa & wellness center

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Golf course
  • Yoga class

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness center

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Dressing area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Cardinal Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 160 US$
📏 Distance to center 1.1 mi
🗺️ Location rating 8.6
✈️ Distance to airport 16.4 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Mineta San Jose International, SJC

Location

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235 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94301
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235 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94301
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Reviews of Cardinal Hotel

8.2 /10
Great79 reviews
Location8.6
Rooms7.0
Service6.0
Dining9.0
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  • Perfect
    9.0

    Overall charming old and grand old hotel, outstanding meals.

    Immaculately clean hotel, freshly renovated rooms, excellent location. Very very helpful and extremely helpful staff, free wake up calls and ironing. The in-house restaurant on the premises. Really nice experience there.

    Terry United States of America, 
  • Great
    8.0

    The hotel was located in the center of the city. The room with individual bathrooms was great value.

    Mark United States of America, 
  • Great
    8.0

    The hotel was placed in the very central location in city centre. My room was extremely spacious and retro, had smoke detectors for safety measures. The breakfast was traditional, the check in was friendly.

    Al United States of America, 
  • Nice
    6.6

    Location in the center of the city was a plus. The staff were helpful and kept the place neat. The room was nicely updated and freshly renovated with a shared bathroom, the bed was very comfy.

    Well, no parking space.

    Alexander United States of America, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    Spacious and retro room with a shared bathroom, courteous staff. Coffee, complementary tea, and a kitchenette area were convenient.

    Bustling area.

    Bill United States of America, 
  • Great
    8.4

    This hotel is a nice base for a trip in Palo Alto. The stuff is being really kind. I loved my room - reasonably spacious and retro with shared bathroom. The location is marvellous and unbeatable, in the center of the city. There is a great in-house restaurant, serving tasty dishes.

    Harry United States of America, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    New-fashioned and neat room for what we needed with a shared bath and the bathroom, as for instance. The airport was 19 miles away from here, fantastic location. Being minutes from Osteria was nice, we had dinner there.

    Diane United States of America, 
  • Perfect
    9.6

    Conveniently located in downtown Palo Alto, the Cardinal Hotel exceeded my expectations. The early 1900's charm of the common areas added a unique touch to my stay. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Plus, the area is filled with fantastic restaurants, making it easy to find delicious meals. I highly recommend this hotel for its location, charm, and comfort.

    Dave United States of America, 
  • Great
    8.2

    We appreciated this place - beautiful old hotel.

    The location was fantastic close to all main attractions. And we were near to restaurants, cafes, Caltrain, Stanford University and more, Menlo Park and Palo Alto, and all the sports venues.

    P. United States of America, 
  • Great
    8.2

    Located in the center of the city, easy to find.

    Robert United States of America, 
  • Perfect
    9.6

    Centrally located with updated rooms, meticulous shared bathrooms, and a quiet business center with convenient coffee service. Seamless check-in and check-out process done via email and self-serve. Comfortable bed, ample space for organization, and a historic charm that transports you back in time.

    Juan United States of America, 
  • Very good
    7.4

    very quaint Hotel and friendly staff.

    United States of America, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    The room was extremely quiet. The bed was among the most confortables I have ever slept in. The architecture and furniture very charming.

    United States of America, 
  • Perfect
    9.6

    Convenient location, easy access to attractions. Historic building with character. Clean rooms, comfortable beds. Helpful and accommodating staff. a great value for the price.

    John United States of America, 
  • Nice
    6.6

    The location is perfect. Rooms are very clean!

    During my 8 day stay, I did not have any positive interactions with the front desk staff. They were rude, at best. I have a physical disability and this front desk staff did nothing to help me with my challenges. Not at all handicap friendly or handicap concerned. The antique elevator has a manual door that is heavy and very difficult if you have paralysis and no one is willing to assist you. No air-conditioning. Only one washer and dryer and it is difficult to find it available. Lobby is dark and dingy and needs to be updated.

    United States of America, 

FAQ about Cardinal Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Cardinal Hotel?
Staying at the Cardinal Hotel, you shouldn't miss Palo Alto's main landmarks, Junior Museum & Zoo and the 285-foot Hoover Tower, located within 25 and 30 minutes on foot respectively.
Which landmarks are closest to Cardinal Hotel?
Guests of Cardinal Hotel can visit Aquarius Theatre (0.3 miles), or Whole Foods Market placed within just a 5-minute walk.
Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to the hotel?
Shuttle which will take you to the hotel with a 25-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can we park our car at the Palo Alto hotel?
Yes, guests of the Palo Alto hotel can leave their car in public parking nearby.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the 3-star Cardinal Hotel?
Guests of the 3-star Cardinal Hotel can enjoy French cuisine in the onsite French restaurant Bistro Maxine with a high 8 rating.
Can I eat breakfast at the 3-star Cardinal Hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast provided by the 3-star Cardinal Hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 3-star Cardinal Hotel?
Guests of the 3-star Cardinal Hotel can check in from 2 PM to 11.59 PM and check out from 11 AM.
What are the booking prices at the hotel?
The prices at the hotel start from $160.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star Cardinal Hotel?
Specific suites at the 3-star Cardinal Hotel boast views of the city and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safe box for security reasons.
Are there any business facilities featured at the Palo Alto hotel?
For business travelers the Palo Alto hotel offers a business center as well as a desk and a photocopy machine.
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