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Our top choices for Central Portola Valley hotels

An outdoor patio area with a stone floor, surrounded by greenery and featuring a central seating area with tables and chairs.

1. Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos

Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Central Portola Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"We truly enjoyed our stay. The staff was awesome and the rooms were very clean and comfortable! The location is quaint and easy to access area attractions.. We will be back!"
United States
Manuel
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos
An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

2. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
8 km from Central Portola Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location and clean room and nice breakfast. Great stay thank you."
United States
Rika
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

3. Atherton Park Inn & Suites

Atherton Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.6 km from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel, very pleased with stay!"
United States
John
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Atherton Park Inn & Suites
A Menlo Park Inn building with a parking lot and a row of rooms.

4. Menlo Park Inn

Menlo Park Inn
3.0 star property
8.2 km from Central Portola Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
CHAD
The price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Menlo Park Inn
A hotel reception area with a welcome sign, a vending machine, and a coffee machine.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
11.9 km from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice property"
United States
Durand
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

6. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
8 km from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,479 reviews)
"Clean room, ok breakfast buffet choices, easy parking, convenient location, perfect for a quick or few night stay."
United States
Klaus
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.

7. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
7.6 km from Central Portola Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,914 reviews)
"I really enjoyed staying here"
United States
Ian
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Creekside Inn
A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and surrounding tall trees.

8. The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
8.2 km from Central Portola Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice place and peaceful and clean"
United States
Rafael
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Palo Alto Inn
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.

9. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
8.3 km from Central Portola Valley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Megan
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Dinah's Garden Hotel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

10. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
12.2 km from Central Portola Valley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,485 reviews)
"Great hotel with friendly staff and clean rooms"
United States
Kai
The price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar entrance, and a building facade with a sign.

11. Aloft by Marriott Cupertino

Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,184 reviews)
"Great location near shopping"
United States
Samuel R
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
A modern hotel entrance with a large sign reading "HOTEL ARIA," a parking area, and a building with a solar panel roof.

12. Hotel Aria

Hotel Aria
2.5 star property
10.8 km from Central Portola Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (631 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, great for a solo traveler on a business trip (parking included)."
United States
John
The price is NZ$271
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hotel Aria
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

13. The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
12.8 km from Central Portola Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,533 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and allowed for me to check in super early, which was incredibly convenient."
United States
Martin
The price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
The Ameswell Hotel
A modern outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, cushioned seating, and a round table.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Sunnyvale

Hilton Garden Inn Sunnyvale
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"This is great hotel to stay at."
United States
John
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Sunnyvale
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a television, and a small plant.

15. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Central Portola Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,096 reviews)
"I always stay there when in the bay area"
United States
Virginia
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
A Starbucks with outdoor seating and a decorative facade.

16. Kasa Niche Hotel Redwood City

Kasa Niche Hotel Redwood City
3.0 star property
11.5 km from Central Portola Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (557 reviews)
"Overall a great stay"
Canada
Jeffrey
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Kasa Niche Hotel Redwood City
A spacious dining area with long tables and red chairs, large windows, and a wall with a floral mural.

17. Juniper Hotel Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton

Juniper Hotel Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
17 km from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Laura
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Juniper Hotel Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton
A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, a checkered floor, and framed pictures on the wall.

18. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
13.8 km from Central Portola Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,148 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay no Problems"
United States
Sandra
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
LiA Hotel
A grand entrance with a large arched doorway, a chandelier, and potted plants.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Cupertino

Hilton Garden Inn Cupertino
3.0 star property
18 km from Central Portola Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff, the hotel was well kept and clean, location was excellent with nearby restaurants within walking distance."
United States
Fan
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Cupertino
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with a sign reading 'LOBBY'.

20. Best Western Silicon Valley Inn

Best Western Silicon Valley Inn
2.5 star property
15.9 km from Central Portola Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"all was excellent"
United States
Leonard
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Best Western Silicon Valley Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Central Portola Valley

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor patio area with a stone floor, surrounded by greenery and featuring a central seating area with tables and chairs.
Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
999 reviews
View
A hotel reception area with a welcome sign, a vending machine, and a coffee machine.
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,479 reviews
View
A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.
Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,914 reviews
View
An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,003 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Central Portola Valley

Find the best Central Portola Valley areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Ladera

When in Ladera, you can plan a visit to SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Horse Park at Woodside, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westridge

While Westridge isn't home to many top sights, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Horse Park at Woodside are some notable places to visit nearby.

Portola Valley Ranch

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Portola Valley Ranch and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Fogarty Winery and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory.

Top Central Portola Valley Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Central Portola Valley

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I've stayed at The Bay Landing over 100 times over the past 20+ years. The quality, value, and courteous staff has been consistent."
Gary 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Central Portola Valley?
The best time to go to Central Portola Valley is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November) months.

Spring in Portola Valley offers pleasant temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C, making it ideal for outdoor activities. The hillsides are lush and green after the winter rains, and wildflowers are in bloom. This is a great time for hikers and cyclists to explore the numerous trails, such as those in Windy Hill Open Space Preserve, which provide stunning views of the Silicon Valley.

Autumn also provides comfortable weather, with temperatures generally between 18°C and 28°C, and less chance of rain than in spring. The air is often clear, offering excellent visibility for enjoying the scenery. It's a superb time for those who enjoy wine tasting in the nearby Santa Cruz Mountains or simply relaxing outdoors without the heat of summer.

While summer (July and August) can be warm, with temperatures occasionally exceeding 30°C, it's still a popular time for visitors who enjoy sunny weather.
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