Cardinal Hotel
2-star Hotel with Restaurant
235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
+1 650 323 5101based on 400 reviews
per night
About Cardinal Hotel, Palo Alto
Cardinal Hotel photos
Hotel Amenities & Facilities
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Coffee machine
- Business center
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- Free toiletries
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fan
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Adapter
- Body soap
- Trash cans
- Conditioner
Bathroom
- Shared bathroom
- Shared toilet
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
Accessibility and suitability
- Increased accessibility
- Elevator
- Accessible by elevator
- Hypoallergenic
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Allergy-free room
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Services and conveniences
- Business center
- Wake-up service
- Safety deposit box
- Room service
- Key card access
- Express check-out
- Bottle of water
- 24hr front desk
General
- Window
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Slippers
- Inner courtyard view
- Telephone
- City view
- Storage available
Bedroom
- Extra-long beds (> 2 meters)
- Feather pillow
- Socket near the bed
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
Workspace
- Laptop safe
- Desk
Dining
- Restaurant
- Coffee machine
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Parking and transportation
- Parking
Things to do
- Golf
Family friendly
- Cribs available
Cardinal Hotel Reviews
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)
Cardinal Hotel room booking info
Check in/Check out
Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM
Cancellation/prepayment
Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Cardinal Hotel from San Jose?
The drive from San Jose to Cardinal Hotel will take you about 41min depending on traffic, with a distance of 14.0 mi. Hotels located in more populated areas may see vastly more traffic which will add to your travel time.
What is the best way to get to Cardinal Hotel from San Jose?
Cardinal Hotel has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way to not only get from San Jose to the hotel, but also around Palo Alto during your stay may be renting a car. Car rentals in Palo Alto are on average $27/day. A very popular option for travelers staying at Cardinal Hotel would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from San Jose directly to the hotel.
Are there food options at Cardinal Hotel?
There is a restaurant at Cardinal Hotel that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or take food to go. Call the front desk at +1 650 323 5101 for kitchen hours. If you are staying at Cardinal Hotel, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.
Does Cardinal Hotel have a pool?
At this time, our data shows that there is no on-site pool at Cardinal Hotel. However, hotels can make changes that can significantly change the venue. For the most accurate answer, it would be best to call the hotel directly at +1 650 323 5101.
How close is Cardinal Hotel to Palo Alto city center?
Getting to Palo Alto city center should be easy enough, as it is just 1.0 mi away from Cardinal Hotel. In Palo Alto city center you will find Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo, along with many other popular sights and things to do.
What is the phone number for Cardinal Hotel?
If you have questions or concerns about your stay at Cardinal Hotel, call +1 650 323 5101 to speak with a front desk representative.
Does Cardinal Hotel have Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Cardinal Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
What time is check-out for Cardinal Hotel?
You can plan to arrive after 2:00 PM for checking in. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.
How much is a room at Cardinal Hotel?
Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for Cardinal Hotel at the moment between $180 and $245 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.
Is there laundry service in Cardinal Hotel?
The accommodation features laundry services for all guests. Need to straighten out your clothes? The accommodation features an ironing board and an iron.
What is the distance from Cardinal Hotel, Palo Alto to Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo?
The distance from Cardinal Hotel to Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo, Palo Alto is about 0.9 mi.
Is Stanford Stadium, Palo Alto close to Cardinal Hotel?
Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto is very close to your stay at Cardinal Hotel - only 0.7 mi of traveling.
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Cardinal Hotel location: 235 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301