Cardinal Hotel

Cardinal Hotel

Hotel
2 stars 

235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA, United States

ExcellentBased on 400 reviews
8.1

$260

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Cardinal Hotel Information

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Cardinal Hotel, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 24 April 2025.
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Stanford Shopping Center This smoke-free hotel features a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-in. WiFi in public areas is free. A...

Good to know

Check-in time14:00
Check-out time11:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+1 650 323 5101

Perks and amenities at Cardinal Hotel

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Cardinal Hotel
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

General

  • Window
  • Radio
  • Disabled access
  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Safety deposit box
  • Cribs available
  • Feather pillow
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Room service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Shared toilet
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Shower cap
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapter
  • Slippers
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Key card access
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Bathtub
  • Restaurant
  • Laptop safe
  • Express check-out
  • Parking
  • Body soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Bottle of water
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Telephone
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Safe
  • Toothbrush
  • City view
  • Dustbins
  • Coffee machine
  • TV
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Conditioner
  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Storage available

Activities

  • Golf

Services

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry service

Reviews for Cardinal Hotel

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Cardinal Hotel, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 400 reviews of Cardinal Hotel to date. Review data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
8.1
Very GoodBased on 400 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • "The hotel door is kind of very low-profile, but you'll feel" (in 1 review)
  • "Lovely historic hotel, beautiful lobby" (in 9 reviews)
  • Cental Palo Alto is beautiful in the evening and you can walk to Stanford (in 2 reviews)
Cons -
  • Reception area in hotel very very old (in 10 reviews)
  • Bathrm door squeaks. (in 1 review)
  • Ridiculous for a shared bathroom. (in 10 reviews)

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Photos of Cardinal Hotel

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Explore Palo Alto

Cardinal Hotel is located at 235 Hamilton Avenue in the neighbourhood of Palo Alto. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 24 April 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Museum of American Heritage

6 mins walk

0.5 km

Lathrop House

8 mins walk

0.7 km

Nature Gallery

11 mins walk

0.9 km

Stanford Shopping Center

15 mins walk

1.3 km

Stanford Mausoleum

17 mins walk

1.4 km

Museum of American Heritage

6 mins walk

0.5 km

Lathrop House

8 mins walk

0.7 km

Nature Gallery

11 mins walk

0.9 km

Stanford Shopping Center

15 mins walk

1.3 km

Stanford Mausoleum

17 mins walk

1.4 km

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  • How far is Cardinal Hotel from Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo?

    Cardinal Hotel is a good place to stay to see Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. It’s 1.5 km away.

  • Is Cardinal Hotel close to Stanford Stadium?

    Walking distance - there’s 1.1 km between Stanford Stadium and Cardinal Hotel.

FAQs when booking at Cardinal Hotel

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Cardinal Hotel. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.
  • How close is Cardinal Hotel to the nearest airport, San Jose Airport?

    With no traffic, the 36.2 km drive between Cardinal Hotel and San Jose Airport (the nearest airport) will generally only take about 0h 28m. If you’re staying in a metropolitan area, you may see your drive time increase due to busy roads.

  • What is the Cardinal Hotel phone number?

    If you have questions or concerns about your stay, call +1 650 323 5101 to talk to a Cardinal Hotel front desk representative.

  • Does Cardinal Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Cardinal Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Cardinal Hotel?

    Cardinal Hotel has a normal check-in time of after 14:00, and check-out time of before 11:00.

  • How much does it cost to stay at Cardinal Hotel, Palo Alto?

    Cardinal Hotel room prices depend on your dates, room type and availability. The average price found recently is $330/night, with the best deals starting from $244/night. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above.

  • Is there a restaurant at Cardinal Hotel?

    Yes, food can be ordered from the Cardinal Hotel restaurant. Opening times may vary.

  • Does Cardinal Hotel have a laundry service?

    This accommodation does offer laundry services. The property also has irons and ironing boards available for guest use.

  • Does Cardinal Hotel offer accessible rooms?

    Yes, Cardinal Hotel provides accessible rooms for guests requiring them. Make sure to check the deals available on HotelsCombined for the latest availability.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Cardinal Hotel?

    For the best chance to save money on your Cardinal Hotel reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest ($171).

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Cardinal Hotel?

    Consider checking into Cardinal Hotel on Saturday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $456).

  • How far is Cardinal Hotel from Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo?

    Cardinal Hotel is a good place to stay to see Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. It’s 1.5 km away.

  • Is Cardinal Hotel close to Stanford Stadium?

    Walking distance - there’s 1.1 km between Stanford Stadium and Cardinal Hotel.

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