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Exterior & Views 1, The Cardinal Hotel, Santa Clara
Public Area 2, The Cardinal Hotel, Santa Clara
Bedroom 3, The Cardinal Hotel, Santa Clara
Bathroom 4, The Cardinal Hotel, Santa Clara
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Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel

Santa Clara, California

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature lovers
Perfect for nature loversOnly 1.2 km to Stanford University Arboretum and 2 km to Rodin Sculpture Garden
Tourist attractions nearby
Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 1.8 km to Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo
Near shopping centers
Near shopping centersOnly 1 km to Stanford Shopping Center
Nice location! Near public transport
Nice location! Near public transportOnly 474 m to Palo Alto Station and 2.8 km to Menlo Park Station
Near healthcare facilities
Near healthcare facilitiesOnly 2.3 km to Stanford University Medical Center

Reviews

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4.4/5
GoodFrom 100 reviews
5.0/55 Jul 2026
Dan • Solo Trip
Excellent service from the hotel management and front desk staff. Thanks for your considerations and kindness.
5.0/529 Jun 2026
Julie • Family Trip
We loved this hotel! It is a beautifully maintained old hotel right in the middle of Palo Alto, walking distance to everything. The hotel rooms were comfortable and very clean, with great beds. The rooms do not have air conditioning, but they have a ceiling fan and a space fan/air conditioner that we didn’t use because we didn’t need it. We really loved this space. Every time you walk into the lobby you’re transported back in time to a world of glamour and simple grandeur. If you like modern, this hotel is not for you. But if you like comfort, location, and charm, this is the place!
5.0/529 Jun 2026
Dana • Trip with Friends
The room was spotless and the staff was friendly. Lot’s of places to eat and drink within walking distance. The beds were very comfortable too.
5.0/517 Jun 2026
Cristina • Couple Trip
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5.0/513 Jun 2026
Christine • Family Trip
We very much enjoyed our stay! Clean spacious room, and right in downtown! Helpful friendly staff. Nice coffee/tea options. Good ceiling fan as there is no air conditioning. Great place to stay!
5.0/512 Jun 2026
Rafael • Solo Trip
Staff was great and the property is quite unique and charming.
5.0/59 Jun 2026
HIROSHI • Couple Trip
very good
5.0/54 Jun 2026
Victoria • Couple Trip
Great location.
5.0/521 May 2026
Purificacion • Family Trip
The experience was great. The temperature was still cool, I’m just wondering how it will be when summer is here and there is no air conditioning in the room.
5.0/519 May 2026
Andreas • Solo Trip
Rooms are clean, staff was wonderful, public parking in walking distance, shops and restaurants around the hotel.
5.0/519 May 2026
Danielle • Family Trip
Close to downtown. Clean and reasonable price
5.0/518 May 2026
GERRY • Trip with Friends
Room was clean, staff are helpful and friendly. Its in the heart of downtown Palo Alto so there are restaurants and shops nearby. Even though the hotel has no parking, there were ample street and structure parking every where
5.0/518 May 2026
elias • Family Trip
The hotel is beautifully maintained, and the room was very clean. Even though it’s over 100 years old, the hotel has been thoughtfully updated with plenty of charging ports and modern conveniences to accommodate guests. Truly an amazing hotel, not to mention it’s surrounded by plenty of great restaurants within walking distance.
5.0/517 May 2026
James
Great place. Location 10/10. Staff was amazinig!
5.0/513 May 2026
Barry
Great location for good restaurants and shops.
5.0/524 Apr 2026
Glen • Couple Trip
One-hundred-year-old hotel in the heart of Palo Alto, with walking to all the shops, Whole Foods, restaurants and the theater. The rooms are comfortable, the beds very nice, and the staff is terrific. If you don't have a car, it's a perfect location.
5.0/522 Apr 2026
Susana
Excellent location and close by parking and car charging.
5.0/520 Apr 2026
Johannes • Solo Trip
Bruyant la nuit, dépendant de la situation de la chambre.
5.0/520 Apr 2026
Charles
it was awesome
5.0/530 Mar 2026
Michael • Solo Trip
Parking fine across the street. Not clear by city that overnight was free but it turned out to be so.

Location

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235 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, California, US
All distances are measured in straight lines. The actual travel distance may be different.

Accommodation Rules

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Please take into account for non refundable rates the hotel will not consider waivers.Important Room Info: Shared Bathroom Queen RoomThis 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 identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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Check-in Procedure
Check-in2:00 PM-anytime
Check-out11:00

  • 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

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.

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Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

About The Cardinal Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel Location
With a stay at The Cardinal Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Palo Alto, within a 10-minute walk of Stanford University and Stanford Shopping Center. This hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Stanford University Medical Center and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Facebook Campus.

The Cardinal Hotel Facility and Service
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.

The Cardinal Hotel Rooms
Stay in one of 63 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Room Type and Price

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 - Sun, 18 Oct 2026 (1 night)
1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children