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Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

4.0 star property

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Bathroom shower
2 restaurants, breakfast served
In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Lobby
Bicycling

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

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Map
488 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, Palo Alto, CA, 94301
  • Stanford Theatre
    5 min walk
  • Stanford Shopping Center
    13 min walk
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo
    3 min drive
  • Palo Alto, CA (PAO-Santa Clara County)
    13 min drive

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Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Corner (Bathtub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Corner (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Corner (Mobility & Hearing, Bathtub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Corner (Bathtub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing) | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Corner (Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

4-star hotel in University South
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and valet parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, free use of bicycles, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Palo Alto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.
Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Mediterranean hotel also offers concierge services and an elevator. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station. A total renovation of this property was completed in January 2023.

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Lou & Herbert's - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
President's Terrace - This restaurant serves dinner only. Open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Lou & Herbert's
  • President's Terrace

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Free crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 29.63 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Graduate Palo Alto
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Palo Alto
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Hotel Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 149 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome eclectic and historic hotel. Much better than the bland, corporate stuff. Clean, comfortable and great staff. Awesome art everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so friendly, accommodating for my request for a later check out time. Thoughtfully decorated and appreciate all the cute details. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Pasadena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and lovely restored historic building with unique charm. Friendly service and well maintained and operated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really special property - so very well apointed ! The staff is incredible and goes well beyond - from the hosts at the checkin desk, to the bartender at the rooftop bar, to the gentleman that served me coffee and breakfast to go in the hotel dining on the ground floor.. it all made for a memorable experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, amazing staff and service!!! Thank u!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Anne, Redondo Beach

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful quick stay for a work trip. Clean rooms. Lovely staff. Big downside is no workout facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite staff!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agnita, Issaquah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yin

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie, Dallas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great! Great location, super clean, comfortable beds and sheets, and super fun interior decor!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suneet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing experience at the unique graduate hotel. The staff was friendly. The property was well maintained and charming. Location was very convenient to downtown. Had an amazing time !! Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piet

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024