235 Hamilton Ave,
Palo Alto,
California,
United States,
94301,
California
Great
8.3
8.7
/10
4.4
4.0
/5
“This hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Palo Alto, making it a breeze to stroll to Stanford and enjoy the vibrant local dining scene.”view full review
Cardinal Hotel, a 3-star vintage boutique hotel rated 8.1/10 on Booking.com, features elegant accommodations and a vintage ambiance. Committed to high standards of guest service, the hotel is frequented by visitors to Stanford University and business travelers.
Rooms & Amenities
Cardinal Hotel's guest rooms include features such as Direct TV with premium channels, bedside USB ports, high-speed wireless Internet access, and well-lit work desks. The classic guest room with two extra long double beds accommodates families well.
Dining Options
Dining options include Bistro Maxine, serving breakfast every day, and the Tuscan cuisine restaurant, Osteria, popular since 1986. Guests can also enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and cocoa in the lobby.
Leisure & Local Area
With access to the Marguerite Shuttle, guests can reach Stanford University, SLAC, and surrounding areas conveniently. Nearby attractions include the Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo, Pace Art and Technology, and an array of local coffee shops like Philz and Coupa Cafe.
Services & Nearby Activities
Cardinal Hotel offers a 24-hour front desk with concierge services and daily maid service. Guests can explore a variety of dining and shopping options within walking distance, as well as fitness facilities like YogaSource serving over 65 classes a week.
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Cardinal Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet
2 Double beds
Heating
Bathtub
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Standard King Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Standard Queen Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Queen Room
2 persons
140 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Heating
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Facilities
Cardinal Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Easy Self-Check-In
“The self-serve check-in process was incredibly easy, allowing me to settle in quickly without waiting in long lines.” view full review
Comfortable Space
“The room I stayed in was spacious and well-organized, providing plenty of room to store my belongings comfortably.” view full review
Lovely Sleep
“The bed and pillows were exceptionally comfortable, making for a restful night's sleep during my stay.” view full review
Convenient Luggage Storage
“I appreciated the hassle-free luggage storage service, allowing me to explore the city without my bags after check-out.” view full review
Facilities:
Great
8.2/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Golf course
Services
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Dining
Restaurant
Children
Cots
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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Cardinal Hotel Location
235 Hamilton Ave,
Palo Alto,
California,
United States,
94301,
California
Map view
235 Hamilton Ave,
Palo Alto,
California,
United States,
94301,
California
City landmarks
Shopping Area
Stanford Shopping Center
4400 ft
University
Stanford University
1.4
mi
Museum
Cantor Arts Center
1.2
mi
Museum
Hewlett Packard Garage
2600 ft
Landmark
Sunset Magazine Headquarters and Gardens
3000 ft
Landmark
Museum of American Heritage
2300 ft
Landmark
Professorville
2600 ft
Mall
Town & Country Village
2300 ft
Landmark
Rodin Sculpture Garden
1.2
mi
Landmark
Pace Art and Technology
4200 ft
Landmark
Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center
4800 ft
Church
Memorial Church
1.3
mi
Zoo
Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo
1.2
mi
Museum
Anderson Collection at Stanford University
4800 ft
Landmark
Junior Museum & Zoo
4900 ft
Tower
Hoover Tower
1.2
mi
Gallery
Allied Arts Guild
5300 ft
Landmark
El Palo Alto Park
2800 ft
Gallery
Palo Alto Art Center
1.4
mi
Park
Burgess Park
1.5
mi
Landmark
Nealon Park
1.4
mi
Gallery
Thomas Welton Stanford Art Gallery
1.2
mi
Park
Rinconada Park
1.0
mi
Landmark
Fremont Park
4200 ft
Landmark
Frost Amphitheater
5200 ft
Landmark
Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden
1.5
mi
Garden
Stanford Arizona Garden
1.2
mi
Nearby
south side of the mausoleum off of Quarry Road between Campus Drive and Arboretum Road
Arizona Garden
200 ft
601-699 Gilman St
Farmers' markets
1000 ft
Store
Whole Foods Market
1100 ft
Restaurants
Pizza My Heart
800 ft
220 University Ave
Curry Up Now
500 ft
321 Hamilton Ave
New York New York
500 ft
125 University Ave Ste 190
Subway
800 ft
205 University Avenue
Gelato Classico
1300 ft
435 Emerson St
The Prolific Oven Bakery & Cafe
1000 ft
550 Waverley St
Sushirrito
1800 ft
448 University Ave
Peet's Coffee & Tea
1600 ft
436 University Ave
Gyros Gyros
2000 ft
498 University Ave
Getting around
City Centre
Palo Alto21 min
·
1.1
mi
Airports
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)40 min
·
16.4
mi
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)50 min
·
20.6
mi
Train
California Ave Caltrain29 min
·
1.5
mi
Train2 min
·
400 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min
·
400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 15 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
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 cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Spanish
Year renovated:
2008
Number of rooms:
44
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about Cardinal Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 210 verified reviews
8.3/10
Great
78%
Recommend
Breakfast
5.5/10
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
8.8/10
Facilities
8.2/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
7.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 264 reviews
8.3/10
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