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Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

4.0 star property

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A bedroom with floral wallpaper, a bed with blue and white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$382
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May

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488 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Stanford Shopping Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Stanford Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto places you steps from Silicon Valley and within a 15-minute stroll of Stanford University. Highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include 2 restaurants and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Lou & Herbert's, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and free use of bicycles. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class University South hotel include San Francisco Bay and Stanford Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stanford Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stanford University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Palo Alto Station - 11 min walk
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Curry Pizza House Palo Alto - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hidden Tap and Barrel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Marugame Udon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maruwu Seicha 丸宇製茶 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto also features concierge services and a lift. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto was completed in January 2023.

This 4-star Palo Alto hotel is smoke free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Palo Alto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Lou & Herbert's
  • President's Terrace

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 29.63 per accommodation, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto on 30 May 2026 start from AU$382, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Yep, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 50 per night.

Is Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free bike rentals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto is a hit with families.

Does Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

No, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 315 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 315 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 315 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 315 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 315 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gweneth, Pacific Palisades

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

debra

na
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Xueqing

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good experience overall!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Aeyung

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Charming hotel with welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay and great location
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ziyi

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen E, Rockingham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel especially if affiliated with Stanford.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very sweet staff! Lovely room!! Such a cute hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025