Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Stanford University

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Dates

December 2025

15

January 2026

Exterior - Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto (Palo Alto)

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds - Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto (Palo Alto)

In the heart of Palo Alto, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto offers a modern retreat with a bar and 2 restaurants. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast, stay connected with in-room WiFi, explore Stanford University on free bicycle rentals, and unwind knowing there is luggage storage for your convenience. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Electric vehicle charging point
Bar
Parking available
Pet friendly
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

Daily housekeeping
2 restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Free use of bicycles
Valet parking
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Concierge services
Luggage storage

For families (6)

Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker

$230 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 23 - Dec 24

Room options

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Tonight

Dec 15 - Dec 16

Tomorrow

Dec 16 - Dec 17

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Separate bedroom

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Renovated in 2023

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi
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$290 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 22 - Dec 23

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About the neighborhood

488 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301

What's nearby

Stanford Shopping Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Stanford Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Stanford University - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Stanford University Medical Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 18 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 27 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 31 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 51 min drive
Atherton Station - 7 min drive
Menlo Park Station - 9 min drive
Palo Alto Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬1 min walk
‪Cafe Venetia - ‬1 min walk
‪Marugame Udon - ‬2 min walk
‪Tamarine Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
‪Joe & The Juice - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

When you stay at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Stanford University and San Francisco Bay. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Lou & Herbert's, one of 2 restaurants, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include a bar/lounge and free bike rentals. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 100 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
- Service animals welcome
- Food and water bowls available

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Onsite valet parking (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Be entertained

55-inch TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

Turndown service
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair

Food and drink

Free bottled water

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Lou & Herbert's - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

President's Terrace - This restaurant serves dinner only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Destination fee: USD 29.63 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 25 for children

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 50 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. 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 Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 50 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling.

Are there restaurants at or near Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto like?

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto is a short 10-minute walk from Palo Alto Station and 13 minutes' walk from Stanford Shopping Center.

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Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff

Room

Ambience

Restaurant

Location

Rooftop bar

Store

Food

Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 6, 2025

Very sweet staff! Lovely room!! Such a cute hotel!

Holly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 14, 2025

Loved our stay!

Byron, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 29, 2025

Excellent stay!

Dustin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 20, 2025

Nice beds and great location

Paola, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 8, 2025

Super stylish, great location, beautiful amenities! Would definitely stay here again.

Katherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 19, 2025

Best located hotel in Palo Alto, super designed, cozy

Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 23, 2025

Excellent boutique hotel with very professional and helpful staff. Really enjoyed my stay and would stay again on my next visit.

Harmeet, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 24, 2025

Staff was friendly. My room happened to be quite loud with street noise. I’m sure not all are.

Lauren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 21, 2025

Proximity to restaurants, shopping and business. Great staff. Nice comfortable and quiet room. Unique atmosphere with great rooftop bar.

Zachary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 25, 2025

A Very nice hotel in mid Palo Alto. A very nice roof- top bar with drinks and good food.

Alf, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 17, 2025

Such a great older hotel. Feels like you’re in Europe without the airfare, staff could not have been nicer and more attentive.

Jeffrey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 15, 2025

Great location and great rooftop bar

Marc, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 21, 2025

front desk staff are very friendly and helpful. It's a pleasure to stay at the Graduate. I'll come back again.

Li Rong, 14-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 21, 2025

the facility is in great condition. Love the design of the whole facility. Staffs were friendly and helpful.

Cheng-Yu, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 24, 2025

Perfect Hotel in Perfect Location!

What a stunning and charming historic hotel in the heart of Palo Alto. The staff is fantastic, the hotel decor and style is gorgeous and unique, the rooms are beautifully decorated and appointed and the roof-top lounge is a must for the view and a drink by the fire. Would 100% recommend. This hotel a total gem.

Beth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 30, 2025

We enjoyed our stay. The staff was kind and helpful and the roof top bar was a big bonus. I wish we had more time up there. My only complaint was the mattress because it sagged a bit in the middle.

Naiomi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 19, 2025

Fantastic

Such a unique and beautiful hotel! The staff was so friendly and the rooftop bar was a gem. This is my top pick for hotels in the Peninsula.

Yasmin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 26, 2023

Beautiful hotel, perfect location, wonderful staff.

Kimberley, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 8, 2025

Rooms were small but very comfortable, staff very pleasant and helpful , room service would be nice. Note if you’re on the 6th floor there is music from the rooftop bar above until 10pm on the weekends ( good to know). Overall good vibe and great location!

Mark, 4-night trip