Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto — Palo Alto
488 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, Palo Alto
Voyza AI summary
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto is a 4-star hotels in Palo Alto. Guest sentiment is solid at 9.2/10 based on 230 guest reviews. Modern Comforts: Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Modern Comforts: Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Practical perks include parking options, on-site dining.
About Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
Chic Accommodations and Vibrant Atmosphere
Prime Location: Located just 10 km from Shoreline Amphitheatre, Graduate Palo Alto offers a perfect blend of convenience and luxury.
Modern Comforts: Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Exceptional Service: With a 24-hour front desk fluent in English and Spanish, our dedicated staff are always available to cater to your needs.
Experience the best of Palo Alto at Graduate Palo Alto. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience!
Rooms & rates

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

Graduate King Room
Room Only

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

Graduate Queen Room
Breakfast Included

Graduate Queen Room - Hearing Accessible
Breakfast Included
Amenities
Location
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Address
488 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, Palo Alto
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Distance table
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Neighborhood
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto sits in Palo Alto, placing guests inside a defined metro market with its own dining clusters, transit spine, and visitor corridors. As a Hotels, Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto is typically chosen for access to both the immediate blocks around the building and the wider Palo Alto activity zones travelers care about. Straight-line miles in the tables below are computed from coordinates returned by the geocoder; real routing, traffic, and terminal time will differ—treat them as orientation, not ETA guarantees. Neighborhood character shifts by block: central business districts skew toward meetings and dining strips, resort corridors skew toward leisure venues, and airport-adjacent pockets skew toward quick turnarounds. When planning days in Palo Alto, pair the nearby lists with your maps app so you can compare walking, transit, and rideshare options block by block.
Guest reviews
Cleanliness
8.7General issues with cleanliness noted, including dirty carpets and bad smells.
Service
9.7Mixed reviews about staff attitude; some were helpful but others described as surly.
Location
10.0Highly praised location with proximity to Stanford and local amenities.
Room Quality
8.2Rooms described as tiny with some negative comments regarding decor and noise.
Amenities
9.2Basic amenities provided but noted absence of a gym and poor coffee offerings.
Value for Money
9.2Prices considered high for the quality of rooms and services.
Food and Beverage
8.7Negative feedback regarding rooftop food quality and coffee in rooms.
Overall Experience
10.0Overall positive impression despite some specific issues.
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Policies & house rules
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in: 04:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Internet
- WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Children and extra bed policy
- Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot. Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds.
Pets
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Parking
- Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 50 per day.
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