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
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 20 min drive
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 26 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 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 centre 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 travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
62 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 32 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
On-site valet parking (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
On-site extended parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
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 reception
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 centre
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Wheelchairs available on site
Hand-held shower heads
Height-adjustable showerheads
Room amenities
Be entertained
49-inch flat-screen TV
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Electric kettle
Dressing gowns and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Balcony
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Complimentary wireless Internet access (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 specialises in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Il Fornaio – This bar specialises in Spanish cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open selected 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)
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 that 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 that you 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 32 kg 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 social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at el PRADO and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities such as a fitness centre 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.
el PRADO Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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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
16 December 2024
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
1 December 2024
Fernando
Fernando, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 November 2024
todd
todd, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
Beds were plush. Room very comfortable and spacious. Coffee bar was very convenient. Great location and service.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2024
Great atay
Pre-check in was extremely efficient and helpful. Rooms clean and well appointed. Bed and pillows very comfortable.
Lindsey
Lindsey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2024
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!
Verified traveller
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
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
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
Christy
Christy, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2024
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2024
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
FEDERICO, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 September 2024
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
Nima, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 September 2024
This is one of the best hotels that I've ever stayed at.
Steve
Steve, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2024
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 August 2024
Teresa
Teresa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 August 2024
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
Teresa, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 August 2024
Really lovely hotel - comfortable bed, immaculate bath, and quiet.