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About the Hotel

488 University Avenue, Palo Alto, California, United States, CA 94301
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Near Stanford University
Great
8.6
8.9
/10
4.7
4.2
/5

Offering a shared lounge and a golf course, the 4-star Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto Hotel is nestled in the historical district of Palo Alto, approximately a 25-minute walk from the Junior Museum & Zoo. Located in close proximity to the Farmers' Market, this Palo Alto hotel comprises 97 rooms and 2 restaurants.

Location

The private Hewlett Packard Garage Museum lies around 900 metres away, and the 285-foot Hoover Tower is 2.4 km from the hotel. The nearby sports attractions include Taube South Tennis Courts Sports Complex, within 30 minutes' walk of the Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto.

Guests can easily reach lanmarks, such as All Saints Episcopal Church, which is 250 metres away.

The accommodation is located a few moments from California Ave Caltrain train station, while Lytton Avenue & Cowper Street bus stop is nearly a 5-minute walk away.

Eat & Drink

The smoke-free Graduate By Hilton features a lounge bar and Presidents Terrace restaurant serving American cuisine. There is also a restaurant with different Greek dishes in the area.

Must-do experiences

  • Savor an acai bowl at The Greasy Weasel for a local favorite.
  • Stroll through the Stanford University campus for stunning architecture.
  • Visit the Cantor Arts Center for free access to incredible art.
  • Explore the vibrant Stanford Shopping Center for unique boutiques.
  • Check out the local produce at the Palo Alto Farmers Market on Saturdays.
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Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Graduate King Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Graduate Corner King Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Graduate Queen Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Graduate Queen Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
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Facilities

Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
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Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto Hotel Location

488 University Avenue, Palo Alto, California, United States, CA 94301
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488 University Avenue, Palo Alto, California, United States, CA 94301
Nearby
351 Homer Ave
Museum of American Heritage
1900 ft
601-699 Gilman St
Farmers' markets
1600 ft
south side of the mausoleum off of Quarry Road between Campus Drive and Arboretum Road
Arizona Garden
1700 ft
Restaurants
Blue Bottle Coffee
300 ft
456 University Avenue
Chantal Guillon
300 ft
444 University Ave
Cafe Venetia
400 ft
419 University Avenue
Vino Locale
500 ft
431 Kipling St
Yayoi
500 ft
403 University Ave
Thyme
700 ft
496 Hamilton Ave
Crepevine Restaurant
600 ft
367 University Ave
Starbucks
600 ft
376 University Ave
Joya
800 ft
339 University Ave
Getting around
City Centre
Palo Alto20 min  ·  1.0 mi
Airports
Mineta San Jose International (SJC)39 min  ·  16.2 mi
San Francisco International (SFO)48 min  ·  19.8 mi
Train
California Ave Caltrain32 min  ·  1.6 mi
Train2 min  ·  400 ft
Bus
Bus stop4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at USD 50 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of US$15 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
97

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 124 verified reviews
8.7/10
Great
88%
Recommend
Breakfast
10.0/10
Cleanliness
8.7/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.9/10
Location
9.4/10
Staff
8.6/10
Value for money
7.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 128 reviews
8.6/10
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