The Cardinal Hotel

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

4.6

Outstanding(214 Reviews)

Hotel in Menlo Park, CA

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsInternet / Wifi, TV and more

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About this hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Stanford Shopping Center
This smoke-free hotel features a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-in. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-out and a lobby fireplace are onsite.
The Cardinal Hotel offers 63 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Map of Menlo Park, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

1 Queen • 250 ft²

Sleeps 3

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

1 King • 250 ft²

Sleeps 3

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

2 Double • 250 ft²

Sleeps 4

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner

1 King • 260 ft²

Sleeps 3

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Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

1 Queen • 130 ft²

Sleeps 3

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The Cardinal Hotel

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4.6

Outstanding(214 Reviews)

Hotel in Menlo Park, CA

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsInternet / Wifi, TV and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Map of Menlo Park, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

1 Queen • 250 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

1 King • 250 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

2 Double • 250 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner

1 King • 260 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

1 Queen • 130 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.6

Outstanding(214 Reviews)

4.6

Nov 2024

Good location but facility really needs an up grade!! Elevators are 16th century — the one existing is shared with house keeping and I ended climbing 3 flights of stairs EVERY time I went to my room!!! Bags and all! The windows are old and need to be refurbished — was on 3rd floor and street noise very audible. Breakfast at Bistro “ quaint” but not up to Palo Alto standards and basic at best.

4.6

Oct 2024

No A/C when it was 100 degrees in Palo Alto. Only ceiling fans. It’s an old school hotel, which I like, but they should upgrade to A/C. Also, if they put you on the side of the alley, you’ll be greeted with the constant sounds of bottles and trash being emptied. You’ll need earplugs. Location is great.

4.6

Sep 2024

Fabulous location and love the old quaint building. Nice and chill small hotel. Truly my only complaint is that there is no air conditioning so will probably not stay again until it’s a bit cooler weather. The street can be loud and I had to keep windows open to stay cool.

4.6

Aug 2024

This hotel, like many others, has no AC. So you are forced to either open your window and not sleep due the noise or close it and not sleep due to the heat This is only a winter time hotel

4.6

Aug 2024

Old building, clean & renovated rooms. In Palo alto, near to many coffee shops and restaurants.

4.6

Aug 2024

The hotel was in an excellent downtown location, surrounded by restaurants and shops and cafes. Even a Whole Foods just about 5 minute walk away. The room is neat and reasonably sized, and no frills service was just right for me (business trip staying multiple nights). The lack of AC might irritate some travelers (I was fine); and the noise from downstairs restaurants from evening to late night also can be off-putting (I survived it fine but first nights were challenging). Nonetheless I really enjoyed my stay and would recommend it to people who are interested in a super convenient location and appreciate a historic building. Getting to Stanford campus was a beeeze.

4.6

Aug 2024

Beautiful old hotel with charm.

4.6

Aug 2024

It is amazing boutique hotel with a beautiful sense of its long history. It is near many restaurants and at a heart of Palo Alto. Strongly recommend.

4.6

Jul 2024

Quaint, updated older hotel

4.6

Jul 2024

Wonderful! Perfect location. Staff are very kind and helpful. Will be back. The rooms have no AC however window opens with a lovely breeze, a ceiling fan and an extra Dyson fan if you need it. Very charming hotel. Thank you

4.6

Jul 2024

Nice hotel, in a good location but has no air condition. A property should advertise it does not have air condition on its website and list on your app. Especially in the summer. Very uncomfortable!

4.6

Jun 2024

The location can't be beat. This is our third time staying at the Cardinal. Self parking in the lot across the street is better than paying $$ at other hotels in the area. Had a corner room this time, which is nice for ventilation, but don't expect views, and the bathroom was tiny. We are early risers, so the early morning garbage collection didn't bother us on any of our stays, but if you want to sleep-in, this could be a problem as there are several restaurants with daily garbage collection in the area.

4.6

Jun 2024

Clean and beautiful

4.6

Jun 2024

Great place right in the middle of everything.

4.6

Jun 2024

Location was fantastic and hotel was beautiful.

4.6

Jun 2024

The location was the best for the price! Loved being around downtown Palo Alto, so for that I would stay again. However there was no AC so that may be a deal breaker for property. The lobby was also very dark

4.6

Jun 2024

Renovated old hotel with tons of charm and a perfect location. I will be back!

4.6

Jun 2024

The hotel was nice. It was an extremely old hotel that kept the old charm. The biggest complaint was the room did not have AC this made for uncomfortable sleeping.

4.6

Jun 2024

Wonderful place and location. Lucky the weather cooperated, as there is no A/C in the building

4.6

May 2024

We found that parking was frequently difficult. Also, it would be wonderful to have a breakfast service in the hotel!

4.6

May 2024

Loved the place and thanks for notifying me of deliveries. Excellent service!

4.6

May 2024

Charming boutique hotel in Palo Alto, near Stanford hospital.

4.6

May 2024

The staff were friendly, and the room was very clean. The building looked well-maintained and was in a very convenient location. Great experience all around!

4.6

May 2024

Beautiful historic building, well maintained.

4.6

May 2024

Great location, very walkable and 1.6 miles to center of Stanford campus. Very clean rooms! And comfortable beds. No air-conditioning, however, electric fans worked well.

4.6

May 2024

I had a wonderful stay at the Cardinal. The room is neat and comfortable, and the location is so convenient. Also the staffs are extremely friendly and helpful.

4.6

May 2024

Location is great with easy to walk options and plenty of choice around the hotel. Dining is closed Mondays that is a problem

4.6

May 2024

Great location and easy access to all downtown amenities.

4.6

Apr 2024

Great location. Spacious, clean rooms with everything you could need. Staff was kind and accommodating. This is a great hotel if you’re looking for one in the area.

4.6

Apr 2024

old but clean, perfect location.

4.6

Apr 2024

Stayed here for 2 nights & was a great experience, shopping & diner literally downstairs from hotel.

4.6

Apr 2024

Loved the proximity to Stanford and the historical charm!

4.6

Apr 2024

Great location and culture.

4.6

Apr 2024

My room window was right above the attached restaurant downstairs. The noise was terrible. Sleeping was hard and the windows were not at all sound proof.

4.6

Apr 2024

Location is great! Interior is beautiful and fun to look atound.

4.6

Apr 2024

Within walking distance of Stanford. Lovely old hotel, comfortable rooms, helpful staff. No frills.

4.6

Apr 2024

I loved staying at the Cardinal hotel. It was the perfect location to access Stanford, my venue at the Crown Plaza, and access to outdoor dining from breakfast through dinner. The hotel is essentially located in the heart of Palo Alto, where I felt safe and comfortable walking around by myself. I highly recommend Recommend it and woukd stay there again with my family.

4.6

Mar 2024

Clean large rooms. Older hotel but with charm. Friendly and prompt service from front desk. Only missed a small fridge and water kettle. However free coffee in the mornings and tea/water all day was great.

4.6

Mar 2024

Great location. Staff is nice. Rooms are clean and decent.

4.6

Mar 2024

Great place for the price right on university ave. Close to everything. Nothing fancy but nice

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Menlo Park?

The average price for a rental in Menlo Park is £194 per night. This rental is £72 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Cardinal Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Cardinal Hotel pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at The Cardinal Hotel?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, and tv.

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The Cardinal Hotel

Hotel in Menlo Park, CA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Menlo Park, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

The Cardinal Hotel

Hotel in Menlo Park, CA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Menlo Park, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Menlo Park?

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