Cardinal Hotel

Cardinal Hotel

Hotel
2 stars 

235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA, United States

Excellent418 verified ratings
8.2

$261

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Fri 19/12
Sat 20/12
Standard Room
1 queen bed
$261
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
$275
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$282
nightly with fees
Queen room
bed type unknown
$280
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
$300
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
$302
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
$570
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
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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 12 December 2025.
Hotel with a coffee shop, 10-minute 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. Additi...

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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

  • 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

  • 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 418 reviews of Cardinal Hotel to date. Review data was last updated on 12 December 2025.
8.2
Very Good418 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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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 12 December 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 Stanford Stadium?

    Cardinal Hotel is a good place to stay to see Stanford Stadium. It’s 1.1 km away.

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 12 December 2025.
  • Is pricing at Cardinal Hotel comparable to 2 star hotels in Palo Alto?

    Hotels in Palo Alto that are rated 2 stars generally cost $154/night, but on average, Cardinal Hotel is available for 92% less than the average rate in the area. You can usually enjoy a stay at Cardinal Hotel for $297/night. This is a great deal for HotelsCombined users planning to visit Palo Alto.

  • 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 $297/night, with the best deals starting from $132/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.

  • 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 ($167).

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

    Consider checking into Cardinal Hotel on Monday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $422).

  • How far is Cardinal Hotel from Stanford Stadium?

    Cardinal Hotel is a good place to stay to see Stanford Stadium. It’s 1.1 km away.

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