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Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

4.0 star property
Mediterranean hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk

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Located in downtown Palo Alto, Graduate by Hilton offers a contemporary retreat with a bar, two dining options, cooked-to-order breakfast, in-room WiFi, and free rental bikes. Guests praise the attentive staff and convenient luggage storage service.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$438
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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 (Bathtub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Corner (Bathtub)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
488 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301

What's nearby

  • Stanford Shopping Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Stanford University - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Palo Alto Station - 10 min walk
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 27 min drive

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

Upscale hotel remodelled in 2023 and located near Stanford University
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto provides amenities, such as a bar and 2 restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and valet parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and baths or showers
  • 55-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers and heating

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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)
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

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

Is Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto pet-friendly?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto on 5 Dec 2025 start from NZ$386.34, 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.

How much is parking at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Valet parking is available for USD 50 per night.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto located?

Located in University South, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Stanford Theatre and within 3 miles (5 km) of Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center. Silicon Valley and Stanford University Arboretum are also within 15 minutes. Palo Alto Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 241 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Comfortable beds and rooms. Best shower ever!! Very convenient!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice beds and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super stylish, great location, beautiful amenities! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best located hotel in Palo Alto, super designed, cozy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harmeet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique hotel with very professional and helpful staff. Really enjoyed my stay and would stay again on my next visit.
Hotel Lobby
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cedar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect. Was so glad I stayed here instead of the property around the corner where I was for a conference and which as 3x more expensive. I love the antique Otis elevator but did have a hard time using it. It took me some time to realize that there are two elevators. Would love to stay here again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to restaurants, shopping and business. Great staff. Nice comfortable and quiet room. Unique atmosphere with great rooftop bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Hotel in Perfect Location!

What a stunning and charming historic hotel in the heart of Palo Alto. The staff is fantastic, the hotel decor and style is gorgeous and unique, the rooms are beautifully decorated and appointed and the roof-top lounge is a must for the view and a drink by the fire. Would 100% recommend. This hotel a total gem.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great rooftop bar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naiomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The staff was kind and helpful and the roof top bar was a big bonus. I wish we had more time up there. My only complaint was the mattress because it sagged a bit in the middle.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Such a unique and beautiful hotel! The staff was so friendly and the rooftop bar was a gem. This is my top pick for hotels in the Peninsula.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms were small but very comfortable, staff very pleasant and helpful , room service would be nice. Note if you’re on the 6th floor there is music from the rooftop bar above until 10pm on the weekends ( good to know). Overall good vibe and great location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, perfect location, wonderful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice property in great location and amazing water pressure in shower. Downsides were VERY loud service in alley starting at 5 am and no coffee in lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice. Really unique with a good tie to Stanford. However, absolutely not worth the $800 / night I paid. Outrageous pricing for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ramtin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice place to stay and very friendly staff, Location is amazing close to anything you really want Only drawbacks are it can get very loud at nights especially when the garbage trucks collecting garbage around 4am. Also there is no gym in hotel and no other option for workout during your stay. Maybe they can partner with some of the gyms nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A must stay kind of place!

We loved this charming hotel in the heart of Palo Alto University district. The decor was beautiful! Friendly helpful staff and such a lovely festive lobby! We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the bycicles.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor was somewhere across between elegant and quirky and it had a beautiful deck bar and restaurant. It was a beautiful and fun place to do find solace.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unique property. Climate control had no instructions and was impossible to operate. Street sweeping in the middle of the night woke us up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this unique and whimsical theme of the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023