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8.4 / 10 Guest Rating

Cardinal Hotel

235 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, us

Cardinal Hotel - main view

About the Property

Historic Charm
Built in 1924, the Cardinal Hotel in Palo Alto offers a historic charm just 1.6 km from Stanford University. Each room features bright decor, a flat-screen TV, and dark wood furniture for a cozy stay.

Delicious Dining
Adjacent to the hotel, Bistro Maxine offers a delectable dining experience with traditional and continental breakfasts, along with lunch, dinner, and dessert crepes.

Convenient Amenities
Guests can enjoy complimentary weekday newspapers, hot beverages in the lobby, and access to a business centre. The hotel's proximity to Palo Alto Caltrain Station and San Francisco International Airport adds to the convenience.

Experience the historic elegance, delicious dining, and convenient amenities at Cardinal Hotel. Book your stay now!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Please take into account for non refundable rates the hotel will not consider waivers. Important Room Info: Shared Bathroom Queen Room This guest room does not have a private bathroom. It includes a sink and vanity inside the room, but the toilet and shower are located in the hallway. These are shared, individual-use, lockable bathrooms shared with other guests. Please ensure you are comfortable with this setup before your stay.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.4
Excellent442 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the great location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness7.9
Service9.3
Location9.4
Room Quality7.3
Amenities8.3
Value for Money8.8
Food and Beverage7.9
Overall Experience8.3

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MichaelusUS
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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利顕jpJP
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extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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HaileyusUS
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 15, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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strattonusUS
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 13, 2026

"I really liked the place and would stay here again"

10.0

Really cool Victorian building great location

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aarontP3854NY
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Family
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 12, 2026

"I Will Be Back"

10.0

Cute and clean historic hotel. Situated close to Stanford and walkable to bars and restaurants. My only issue was the radiated heat, which got a little noisy when it kicked in.

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LucksanathTH
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 7, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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MarinusUS
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 2, 2026

"Beautiful and convenient"

10.0

Very elegant and old fashioned

Nothing

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VincentusUS
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 26, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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O3305JRrandya
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Solo travel
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 20, 2025

"The Cardinal is a fantastic hotel and staff in Palo Alto. You won't be disappointed !"

10.0

I wanted to write this review to tell everyone that I could not have been happier with my choice of The Cardinal hotel for my vacation stay. The location was right in the middle of town. The Cardinal's atmosphere is quite vintage and looks fantastic for a 101 year old hotel. The rooms are perfect and comfortable and a great value. The hotel was very clean and was well staffed with some of the nicest people working there. I look forward to staying there again the next time I visit Palo Alto. I visited during the holiday season and The Cardinal was decorated beautifully. Thank you so much for all you did for me while I was at the Hotel.

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AlsalemsaSA
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 19, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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