Cheap Hotels in Palo Alto

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January 2025

February 2025

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Cheap Hotels in Palo Alto

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

$89 per night

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

includes taxes & fees

$106 per night

Feb 15 - Feb 16

Top landmarks in Palo Alto

Stanford University

If you'd like to get a taste of Palo Alto student life, check out Stanford University in Stanford.

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Exploring Palo Alto on a budget

Palo Alto, California, offers a variety of attractions and activities that budget-conscious travelers can enjoy without going over their budget. Start your visit at Stanford University, where you can explore its stunning campus, featuring beautiful architecture and the impressive Cantor Arts Center, which offers free admission to its extensive art collection. For nature lovers, the Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve provides over 1,000 acres of wetlands and trails perfect for hiking or bird-watching, making it a great spot for a leisurely day outdoors at no cost. If you're interested in tech history, the Computer History Museum in nearby Mountain View offers affordable admission, showcasing the evolution of computing. Don’t miss the chance to stroll through the vibrant downtown area, filled with charming shops and cafés, where you can grab a delicious and budget-friendly bite from local eateries. The California Avenue district is especially suitable for travelers looking to stay within walking distance of these attractions, offering a range of affordable hotel options. From here, explore the area’s unique charm, sample local cuisine, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere that Palo Alto has to offer. With plenty of budget-friendly activities and comfortable accommodations, your trip to Palo Alto promises to be both exciting and economical.

What is Palo Alto Like for Cheap Hotels?

There are endless ways to visit Palo Alto on a budget. For example, you might want to put on your walking shoes, pick up a map, and venture out to a side of this destination where money doesn't do all the talking. Travelers to Palo Alto love the restaurants. Take a photo at San Francisco Bay and Stanford Stadium for some great memories without a hefty price tag. Our selection of cheap hotels makes Palo Alto popular among budget-conscious travelers looking for a vacation to remember. We have 3 cheap Palo Alto hotels, the right one is waiting for you!

What Are Some of the Best Cheap Hotels in Palo Alto?

Hotels.com travelers' top Palo Alto budget hotel picks:

Creekside Inn

Free breakfast • Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness center • Cafe • Walkable location

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Fitness center • Central location

The Palo Alto Inn

Free parking • Free WiFi • Terrace • Garden • Central location

What Are the Best Things to See and Do in Palo Alto?

You'll find a variety of places to explore in Palo Alto on a modest budget. Glance at these activities and attractions in the city, some of which you can appreciate while being mindful of your wallet.

Parks

Shoreline Park
Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center
Baylands Nature Preserve

Museums & Art Galleries

Cantor Arts Center
Leland Stanford Junior University Museum of Art

Sights & Landmarks

San Francisco Bay
Stanford Stadium
Stanford Shopping Center

How to find the best cheap hotels in Palo Alto?

✅ There are lots of cheap hotels available in Palo Alto in 2025. What's more, our rewards programOpens in a new window makes Palo Alto hotels an even better choice for travelers on a budget.

✅ Whether you're looking for a hostel, apart-hotel or Bed & Breakfast, there's something for every type of traveler in Palo Alto on Hotels.com – use the helpful search filters to find some of the cheapest hotels in Palo Alto for your budget-friendly stay.

✅ You'll find lots of cheap hotels in Palo Alto – with Hotels.com. With so many choices, we recommend you use the search filter for price limits to narrow down your options.

✅ The best time of year for an affordable vacation to Palo Alto is during low season. This is when fewer people visit and there is a wider range of cheap Palo Alto hotels available.

✅ There are plenty of things to see and do in Palo Alto on a budget! From exploring the city's iconic landmarks and museums to enjoying the great outdoors and local parks, there is something for everyone in Palo Alto.

✅ If you're looking to travel to Palo Alto on a budget, there are plenty of ways to save. One option is to consider booking your travel during off-peak times when prices for flights, hotels, and attractions may be lower. Another option is budget-friendly transportation, such as local public transportation like buses or trains.

✅ To find the great budget hotels in Palo Alto for families, use our "Family friendly" filter under the "Travel experience" header. This will filter for family-friendly accommodation essentials.

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Cheap Hotels in Palo Alto

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Cheap Hotels in Palo Alto

Hotel Parmani

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Palo Alto Inn

el PRADO

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Hotel Keen

Palo Alto Lodge

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel

Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos

The Westin Palo Alto

Top landmarks in Palo Alto

Stanford University

Stanford Shopping Center

Hoover Tower

Stanford Memorial Church

Stanford University Medical Center

Stanford Stadium

Find out more about Palo Alto

Exploring Palo Alto on a budget

What is Palo Alto Like for Cheap Hotels?

What Are Some of the Best Cheap Hotels in Palo Alto?

What Are the Best Things to See and Do in Palo Alto?

How to find the best cheap hotels in Palo Alto?

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