Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Stanford University

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October 2025

November 2025

In the heart of Palo Alto, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto offers a modern retreat with a bar and 2 restaurants. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast, stay connected with in-room WiFi, explore Stanford University on free bicycle rentals, and unwind knowing there is luggage storage for your convenience. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Electric vehicle charging point
Bar
Parking available
Pet friendly
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

Daily housekeeping
2 restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Free use of bicycles
Valet parking
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Concierge services
Luggage storage

For families (6)

Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker

$238 nightly

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Tomorrow

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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2 beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$305 nightly

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

488 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301

What's nearby

Stanford Shopping Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Stanford Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Stanford University - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Stanford University Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 18 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 27 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 31 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 51 min drive
Atherton Station - 7 min drive
Menlo Park Station - 9 min drive
Palo Alto Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬1 min walk
‪Cafe Venetia - ‬1 min walk
‪Marugame Udon - ‬2 min walk
‪Tamarine Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
‪Joe & The Juice - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

When you stay at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Stanford University and San Francisco Bay. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Lou & Herbert's, one of 2 restaurants, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include a bar/lounge and free bike rentals. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 100 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
- Service animals welcome
- Food and water bowls available

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Onsite valet parking (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Be entertained

55-inch TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

Turndown service
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair

Food and drink

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Lou & Herbert's - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

President's Terrace - This restaurant serves dinner only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Destination fee: USD 29.63 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 25 for children

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

Valet parking costs USD 50 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

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

Does Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 50 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling.

Are there restaurants at or near Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto like?

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto is a short 10-minute walk from Palo Alto Station and 13 minutes' walk from Stanford Shopping Center.

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

At a glance

Hotel size

Arriving/Leaving

Special check-in instructions

Required at check-in

Children

Pets

Internet

Parking

Other information

Property amenities

Food and drink

Traveling with children

Services

Facilities

Accessibility

Room amenities

Be entertained

Home comfort

Sleep well