Cardinal Hotel | Hotel in Palo Alto

| 8.3 (266 Reviews) | 7 Bathrooms 14 Guests

Hotel in University South, Palo Alto

Built in 1924, this historic Palo Alto hotel is just 1 mi from Stanford University. Guests can enjoy dining at Bistro Maxine, located next door. A flat-screen TV and dark wood furniture are found in each bright, decorative room of the nonsmoking Cardinal Hotel. A work desk and an iron are also included. Bistro Maxine serves both traditional and continental breakfasts each morning. Lunch, dinner and dessert crepes are also offered. Guests of the Cardinal can enjoy free weekday newspapers as well as coffee, tea and cocoa in the lobby. A business center is available as well. The Palo Alto Caltrain Station is an 8-minute walk from the hotel. The San Francisco International Airport is less than 21 miles away.

Cardinal Hotel is located in Palo Alto.

This 44 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: EV Charge Station, Sports/Activities, Laundry, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 266 reviews with the average score of 8.3 . Coming to Palo Alto and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 44 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this RBO place in Palo Alto. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Cardinal Hotel in Palo Alto is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Cardinal Hotel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

235 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA

Amenities

Parking

Accessibility

Security/Safety

EV Charge Station

Sports/Activities

Fireplace/Heating

Restaurant

Guest Services

Child Friendly

Internet

Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast

Coffee house on site

Restaurant

Parking

Accessible parking

Parking

Electric vehicle charging station

Parking garage

Activities

Golf course (within 2 miles)

General

Safe

Wifi in all areas

Hypoallergenic room available

Smoke-free property

Heating

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Guest Services

Daily housekeeping

Dry cleaning

24-hour front desk

Express check-in/out

Baggage storage

Invoice provided

Internet

Internet

Free Wifi

Wifi

Security/Safety

CCTV in common areas

Key card access

Smoke alarms

CCTV outside property

Fire extinguishers

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

First aid kits available

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

Cashless payment available

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Payment Policy

Credit card required

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed

Please take into account for non refundable rates the hotel will not consider waivers, important room info: shared bathroom queen room, this guest room does not have a private bathroom, it includes a sink and vanity inside the room, but the toilet and shower are located in the hallway. these are shared, individual-use, lockable bathrooms shared with other guests, please ensure you are comfortable with this setup before your stay.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:

7.88

Location:

9.75

Staff:

8.94

Facilities:

8.12

Comfort:

8.85

Cleanliness:

8.98

Kyle

Apr 20, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Review Score: 10

USA

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Standard Queen Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 21 m² 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Shower, Toilet paper, Toothbrush, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe, Shower cap General Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Laptop safe Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels, Radio, Telephone Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service Living Area Desk Bedroom Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Walk-in closet, Linens View City view, View Kitchen Cleaning products Accessibility Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Food & Drink Bottle of water Room amenities Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Feather pillow Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Shared Bathroom Queen Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 13 m² 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	General Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Laptop safe Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels, Radio, Telephone Bathroom Shampoo, Slippers, Toothbrush, Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom, Bathrobe, Shower cap Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service Living Area Desk Bedroom Walk-in closet, Linens, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet View City view, View Kitchen Cleaning products Accessibility Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Food & Drink Bottle of water Room amenities Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Feather pillow Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Standard Double Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 231 m² 2 Full bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Toothbrush, Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe, Shower cap General Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Laptop safe Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels, Radio, Telephone Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service Living Area Desk Bedroom Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Walk-in closet, Linens View City view, View Kitchen Cleaning products Accessibility Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Food & Drink Bottle of water Room amenities Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Feather pillow Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Standard King Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 21 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Shower, Toilet paper, Toothbrush, Walk-in shower, Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe, Shower cap General Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Laptop safe Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels, Radio, Telephone Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service Living Area Desk Bedroom Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Walk-in closet, Linens View City view, View Kitchen Cleaning products Accessibility Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Food & Drink Bottle of water Room amenities Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Feather pillow Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Deluxe King Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 2 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Toothbrush, Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe, Shower cap General Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Laptop safe Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels, Radio, Telephone Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service Living Area Desk Bedroom Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Walk-in closet, Linens View City view, View Kitchen Cleaning products, Coffee machine Accessibility Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Food & Drink Bottle of water Room amenities Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Feather pillow Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Superior King Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 2 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Toothbrush, Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe, Shower cap General Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Laptop safe Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels, Radio, Telephone Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service Living Area Desk Bedroom Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Walk-in closet, Linens View Inner courtyard view, View Kitchen Cleaning products Accessibility Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Food & Drink Bottle of water Room amenities Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Feather pillow Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Superior Suite Room Type: Suite Room Size: 2 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed 1 Sofa bed Bed	Bathroom Shampoo, Slippers, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Toothbrush, Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe, Shower cap General Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Hardwood or parquet floors, Hypoallergenic, Heating, Iron, Laptop safe Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels, Radio, Telephone Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service Living Area Desk Bedroom Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Walk-in closet, Linens View City view, View Kitchen Cleaning products Accessibility Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Food & Drink Bottle of water Room amenities Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Feather pillow Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer

FAQ's

Is this Cardinal Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Cardinal Hotel?

Check-in time for Cardinal Hotel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Cardinal Hotel have a swimming pool?

No, this Cardinal Hotel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Cardinal Hotel?

Best-rates for the Cardinal Hotel starts from $231 per night with includes Child Friendly, Internet, Parking, Security/Safety, EV Charge Station, Sports/Activities, Laundry, Accessibility, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Guest Services with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveller with their perfect accommodation, whether you are travelling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Cardinal Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Cardinal Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Cardinal Hotel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Cardinal Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Cardinal Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Cardinal Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Cardinal Hotel are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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