Is pricing at Cardinal comparable to 2 star hotels in Palo Alto?

Hotels in Palo Alto that are rated 2 stars generally cost $401/night, but on average, Cardinal is available for 24% less than the average rate in the area. You can usually enjoy a stay at Cardinal for $308/night. This is a great deal for HotelsCombined users planning to visit Palo Alto.

How close is Cardinal to the nearest airport, San Jose Airport?

With no traffic, the 36.1 km drive between Cardinal 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 phone number?

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

Does Cardinal have Wi-Fi available?

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

What is the check-out time at Cardinal?

Cardinal 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, Palo Alto?

Cardinal room prices depend on your dates, room type and availability. The average price found recently is $308/night, with the best deals starting from $195/night. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above .

Is there a restaurant at Cardinal?

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

Does Cardinal have a laundry service?

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

What is the cheapest month to stay at Cardinal?

For the best chance to save money on your Cardinal reservation, consider staying in December, when prices are typically at their lowest ($146).

Cardinal

Hotel

2 stars

235 Hamilton Avenue, 94301, Palo Alto, California, United States

Palo Alto, CA

+1 650 323 5101

8.4

Excellent

based on 416 reviews

416 verified ratings

Deals from

$235

/Cheapest rate per night

Provider

Nightly total

$235

$244

$254

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Deluxe room

1 king bed

$425

nightly with fees

Standard Room

1 queen bed

$235

nightly with fees

Queen room

1 queen bed

$284

nightly with fees

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

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Cardinal Information

This smoke-free hotel features a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-in. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-out and a lobby fireplace are onsite. The Cardi...

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Check-in time	14:00
Check-out time	11:00
Payment & Cancellation	Policies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number	+1 650 323 5101

Perks and amenities at Cardinal

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

Radio
Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
Linens
Towels
Fan
Safety deposit box
Cribs available
Feather pillow
Fire extinguisher
EV charging station
Laundry facilities
Lift
Flat-screen TV
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Shared bathroom
Room service
Smoke alarms
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Shower
Iron and ironing board
Shower cap
Accessible by lift
Hypoallergenic
Accessible parking
Hypoallergenic pillow
Adapter
Slippers
First-aid kit
Inner courtyard view
Socket near the bed
Alarm clock
Key card access
CCTV in common areas
Allergy-free room
CCTV outside property
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

Winery tours
Zoo
Golf

Services

Business centre
Wake-up service
Daily housekeeping
Laundry service

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Reviews for Cardinal

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8.4

Very Good416 verified ratings

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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Cardinal

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Is pricing at Cardinal comparable to 2 star hotels in Palo Alto?

How close is Cardinal to the nearest airport, San Jose Airport?

What is the Cardinal phone number?

Does Cardinal have Wi-Fi available?

What is the check-out time at Cardinal?

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

Is there a restaurant at Cardinal?

Does Cardinal have a laundry service?

What is the cheapest month to stay at Cardinal?

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