El Prado

4 stars
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based on 226 reviews
226 reviews
520 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States
520 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA
+1 650 322 9000
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Tue 27/10
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Overview

Garden Court Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel in Downtown Palo Alto and offers elegant lodging accommodations. It is located between San Francisco and San Jose International Airports, an ideal location for business or leisurely travelers for Silicon Valley, Mountain View, Stanford University, and the Bay Area Peninsula. With tree-lined streets of City Centre, guests have award winning restaurants, world-class shopping, and elegant spas are within easy walking distance.

A remodel was completed in 2011 to its 62 guest rooms that are filled with natural light and offer several options from open floor plans, fireplaces, and breakfast nooks. The Garden Court Hotel offers deluxe queen and king rooms along with a grand executive king room. Upgraded suites and a penthouse are available for guests. Its Grand Deluxe Suite has a separate living room with a sofa bed, floor to ceiling windows, and French doors open to views of Palo Alto’s downtown district. The large marble bathroom has a separate aerated spa tub and overhead rain shower.

Room and suite amenities include down duvet pillows, luxury Italian linens, 5-star beds and bedding with down mattress toppers and comforters, a 49” flat screen HDTV, complimentary Wi-Fi, desk or round table, energy saving key card lighting, large marble bathrooms, luxury bath products, and much more.

Garden Court Hotel features includes a fitness center, a terrace garden, a restaurant and bar, a business center, meeting and banquet rooms, and a 24-hour front desk and is pet-friendly. It serves morning complimentary refreshments along with afternoon and evening refreshments.

It is a perfect luxury stay for leisurely or business travelers visiting the Palo Alto area.

9.1
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226 reviews

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Amenities at El Prado

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre

Reviews of El Prado

9.1
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226 verified ratings
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Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praise the hotel's excellent location, making it convenient for exploring Palo Alto and nearby attractions. The service is frequently described as friendly and helpful, with staff going out of their way to assist guests. Many reviews mention comfortable beds and clean rooms, contributing to an enjoyable stay. Spacious rooms are also appreciated by several guests. While some negative comments address value for price, noise, and amenities, the overall sentiment is positive, with guests highlighting location, service, and comfort as standout features.
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Location10 out of 10
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Bed Comfort8.5 out of 10
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Location

520 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301

What's nearby

  • Downtown Palo Alto Farmer's Market300 m
  • St. Thomas Aquinas Church391 m
  • Stanford Theatre0.5 km
  • HP Garage0.7 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center1.2 km
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center1.3 km
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo1.4 km
  • Stanford Stadium1.5 km
  • Rinconada Park1.6 km
  • Stanford Mausoleum1.6 km
  • Palo Alto Art Center1.8 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center2.2 km

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Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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C$ 1,752
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Which month has the cheapest rates at El Prado?

The cheapest month to stay at El Prado is December, with an average nightly rate of C$ 472. The most expensive month is May at C$ 1,813 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book El Prado?

The cheapest day to book El Prado is Friday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 534. The most expensive day is Tuesday at C$ 2,026 per night.

How far in advance should you book El Prado?

To get the best price at El Prado, book around 5 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 45% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at El Prado

  • How long should you stay at El Prado? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at El Prado

  • Where is El Prado located?

    El Prado is located at 520 Cowper Street, 1.6 km from the centre of Palo Alto. Downtown Palo Alto Farmer's Market is the closest landmark to El Prado.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at El Prado?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at El Prado.

  • Does El Prado offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, El Prado offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is El Prado from the airport?

    El Prado is 22.5 km from San Jose. El Prado is 27.3 km from San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK find such great El Prado hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at El Prado in Palo Alto and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at El Prado and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for El Prado.

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Distance to airport

8.4
1.6 km
San Jose
22.5 km

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