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el PRADO

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel with restaurant, near Stanford University

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Lobby sitting area
View from property
Lounge
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Front of property
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Living room
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is $374
includes taxes & fees
$323 per night
Jan 18 - Jan 19

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 500 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 400 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 500 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
520 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA, 94301

What's nearby

  • Stanford Shopping Center - 14 min walk
  • Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 4 min drive
  • Stanford Stadium - 4 min drive
  • Stanford University - 5 min drive
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 13 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 20 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 26 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 36 min drive
  • Atherton Station - 7 min drive
  • Menlo Park Station - 9 min drive
  • Palo Alto Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪HanaHaus - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Varsity Theatre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Venetia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crepevine - ‬4 min walk

About this property

el PRADO

El PRADO puts you within a 10-minute drive of Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Il Fornaio, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this boutique hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 62 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 70 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (7000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1986
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Height-adjustable showerhead

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Il Fornaio - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Il Fornaio - This bar specializes in Spanish cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 100 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 14 2025 to February 14 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Meeting facilities
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 35 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Court Garden Hotel
Garden Court
Garden Court Hotel
Garden Court Hotel Palo Alto
Garden Court Palo Alto
el PRADO Hotel
el PRADO Palo Alto
Garden Court Hotel
el PRADO Hotel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

Does el PRADO offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, el PRADO does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at el PRADO?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 70 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at el PRADO?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 35 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at el PRADO?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at el PRADO and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near el PRADO?
Yes, Il Fornaio offers Italian cuisine.
Does el PRADO have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around el PRADO like?
El PRADO is in University South, a short 14-minute walk from Stanford Shopping Center and 14 minutes' walk from Stanford University Arboretum.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christmas visit to Palo Alto
Perfect location in beautiful downtown Palo Alto Very comfortable room and great car vallet service.
Gordon, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional staff, luxury amenities
The hotel and staff were exceptionally friendly and accommodating during our stay as I had recently undergone surgery at Stanford. They went out of their way to make me comfortable. It is a lovely hotel with luxury amenities.
Cameron, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wendy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Fernando, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

todd, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beds were plush. Room very comfortable and spacious. Coffee bar was very convenient. Great location and service.
Michelle, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great atay
Pre-check in was extremely efficient and helpful. Rooms clean and well appointed. Bed and pillows very comfortable.
Lindsey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend in Palo Alto
Lovely room to crash for weekend after long haul flight from Asia. Bed comfy and linens/ towels good quality. Room quiet and perfectly dark. Nice extra to have free coffee in mornings!
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect overnight
Fantastic. I was with my fur child (🐶) and we were both treated so kindly. The room was beautiful and the bed was like a cloud. We’ll definitely stay here again!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The room that was given was a weird L shape room on the inside corner of the property. The layout feels claustrophobic and inconvenient for a supposedly upscale hotel. I booked this room for my parents while they were visiting, and even though they had no complaints, I still felt embarrassed setting them up in this room.
Thomas, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christy, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Kathleen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I’ve stayed here multiple times. It is very easy and convenient. Rooms are cute and good size.
andrea, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Benjamin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The most comfortable bed in town
Everything went well, as usual. Spacious room, quick check in and check out. Very efficient staff. with a great restaurant too ( Il Fornaio)
FEDERICO, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The best hotel experience I've ever had and I frequently travel for work and pleasure. Staff was so helpful. Property is gorgeous and has European vibes. Bed was comfy. Balcony was an excellent touch. Food was delicious. Conveniently located to everything DT Palo Alto has to offer. Board room. General use space. hard to top. Will definitely be back.
Nima, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of the best hotels that I've ever stayed at.
Steve, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mike, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Teresa, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We’ve stayed at Prado 6-8x over last 2 years … and it remains our “ go to” in Palo Alto for 1-5 days stays. The rooms are lovely — nice linens, towels, good black out curtains etc - and service is awesome!
Teresa, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely hotel - comfortable bed, immaculate bath, and quiet.
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lisa, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Right off University, so 1 mile walk to Stanford campus, many great restaurants nearby."
Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Great Location
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM