El Prado

4 stars
520 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States
Palo Alto, CA
9.1
Wonderful
based on 216 reviews
216 reviews
Fri 24/10
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Sat 25/10
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$485
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
$485
Standard Room
$666
King room
$1,378
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Overview

Situated near Palo Alto Caltrain Station, this charming 4-star hotel offers free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. It also features an express check-in and check-out feature, a 24-hour business centre and valet parking.

There are a variety of facilities available to guests of Garden Court Hotel, such as an airport shuttle, a BBQ/picnic area and a 24-hour reception. In addition, the multilingual staff are on hand to offer assistance.

Rooms provide a spa bath, a refrigerator and a mini bar. They all offer movies-on-demand and tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel also has several connecting rooms to accommodate families.

Those wanting to eat at the hotel can take advantage of the on-site restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Each evening, guests are invited to relax in the cosy lounge bar. Guests are also able to try one of the many bars and cafés in the vicinity.

Garden Court Hotel is within walking distance of the HP Garage and Willow Garage. Ramona Street Architectural District is also located only a short distance away.

9.1
Wonderful rating
Based on 216 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for El Prado

Fri 24/10
Sat 25/10
Standard Room
bed type unknown
$666
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$735
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$886
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
1 king bed
$485
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$562
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$628
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
$1,378
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at El Prado

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Storage available

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee shop

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Trouser press

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Beauty salon

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of El Prado

9.1
Wonderful
216 verified ratings
Wonderful
158
Very good
30
Good
21
Okay
3
Fair
2
Mediocre
2
Poor
0

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's excellent location, cleanliness, and spacious rooms. The service was also highlighted positively, with many guests noting the friendliness of the staff. However, some reviews mentioned issues with the atmosphere and value for price, indicating that while the hotel has many strengths, there are areas that could be improved.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Cleanliness10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Room Size9 out of 10
Atmosphere3 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
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Location

520 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301

What's nearby

  • Downtown Palo Alto Farmer's Market300 m
  • St. Thomas Aquinas Church391 m
  • Stanford Theatre0.5 km
  • HP Garage0.7 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center1.2 km
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center1.3 km
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo1.4 km
  • Stanford Stadium1.5 km
  • Rinconada Park1.6 km
  • Stanford Mausoleum1.6 km
  • Palo Alto Art Center1.8 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center2.2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at El Prado

  • Where is El Prado located?

    El Prado is located at 520 Cowper Street, 1.6 km from the centre of Palo Alto. Downtown Palo Alto Farmer's Market is the closest landmark to El Prado.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at El Prado?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at El Prado.

  • Does El Prado offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, El Prado offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is El Prado from the airport?

    El Prado is 22.5 km from San Jose. El Prado is 27.3 km from San Francisco.

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1.6 km
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22.5 km

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