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488 University Avenue, Palo Alto, California, United States, CA 94301

Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto - A University-Inspired Hotel with Custom Art, Restaurant, and Free Bikes

Located 1 mile from Stanford University, this 4-star Palo Alto hotel features custom artwork depicting university traditions throughout the property. Graduate By Hilton Palo Alto provides rooms with air conditioning, private entrances, and electric kettles. The property includes a restaurant serving à la carte and American breakfast options, a fitness center, and a bar. Business travelers can utilize the 24-hour front desk and business center, while complimentary amenities include WiFi, bicycle rentals, and private parking. A terrace with garden furniture offers outdoor space for guests. Graduate Palo Alto sits within walking distance to several dining options, including Tamarine Restaurant, Umami Burger, and Cafe Venetia (all 0.5 miles away). The Museum of American Heritage is 0.5 miles from the property, while the Cantor Arts Center and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo are both 1 mile away. The California Ave Caltrain station is 2 miles from the hotel, and Mineta San Jose International Airport is 18.5 miles away.

Pros

Within 0.5 miles of Whole Foods Market and multiple restaurants

Free amenities include WiFi, bikes, and private parking

Walking distance to cultural attractions like Museum of American Heritage

Convenient access to Stanford University (1 mile)

Cons

18.5 miles distance from Mineta San Jose International Airport

2 miles from nearest Caltrain station

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Graduate King Room
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305 sq. feet 
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Graduate Corner King Room
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2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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Graduate Queen Room
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2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre
Palo Alto 1.0 mi
Airports
Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 16.2 mi
San Francisco International (SFO) 19.8 mi
Train
California Ave Caltrain 1.6 mi
Train400 ft
Bus
Bus stop1000 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
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Location

488 University Avenue, Palo Alto, California, United States, CA 94301
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488 University Avenue, Palo Alto, California, United States, CA 94301
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Restaurants
Blue Bottle Coffee
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Chantal Guillon
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Cafe Venetia
400 ft
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Vino Locale
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Yayoi
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Thyme
700 ft
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Crepevine Restaurant
600 ft
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Starbucks
600 ft
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Joya
800 ft
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