Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

488 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 US near Exit 22 on I-280 (~3.3mi)
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4.0 Star Property In Palo Alto (University South)
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07/28/2026 - 07/29/2026
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Verified Reviews of Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Love this Graduate"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Charming decor, comfortable bed and beautiful bathroom. Great service too!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
23-Nov-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 21 to Sun Nov 23 2025 at a $255.00 average nightly rate.
"Pleasant Atmosphere, Welcoming Staff"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Betsy, The hotel atmosphere is pleasant and the staff welcoming.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Nov-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Oct 31 to Sun Nov 02 2025 at a $237.64 average nightly rate.

Property Description

With a stay at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto in Palo Alto (University South), you'll be steps from Silicon Valley and 14 minutes by foot from Stanford University. This hotel is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from San Francisco Bay and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Stanford University Medical Center.

Satisfy your appetite at Lou & Herbert's, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Silicon Valley - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Stanford Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Stanford University - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Stanford University Arboretum - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Stanford Shopping Center - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Palo Alto Art Center - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Cantor Arts Center - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Rodin Sculpture Garden - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Stanford Stadium - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Leland Stanford Junior University Museum of Art - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Frost Amplitheater - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Stanford Maples Pavillion - 2.7 km / 1.6 mi

The nearest airports are:
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 15.7 km / 9.8 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 26.8 km / 16.7 mi
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 33.8 km / 21 mi
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 45.4 km / 28.2 mi

The preferred airport for Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

Green Sustainability

Climate change poses a critical threat to our planet and an important challenge to the resiliency of the travel and tourism industry. At Hilton, we’ve made mitigating the environmental impact of our operations a high priority, as we know it is crucial to build and operate sustainable, efficient hotels and to serve as good stewards of the beautiful destinations where we operate. We strive every day to meet the expectations of the growing number of purpose-driven consumers who value sustainable and conscientious travel.

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 4:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 18
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Food and water bowls
  • Luggage storage
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Electric car charging station
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Free WiFi
  • Total number of rooms - 100
  • Professional property host/manager
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 2
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Elevator
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Free bicycles on site
  • Concierge services

Airport & Shuttle Information

San Jose Mineta International (SJC) - 14 milesSan Francisco International (SFO) = 18 miles

Local Shuttle Info: ABC Airporter Service

Breakfast Information

Our lobby cafe will offer breakfast daily. Average cost is $25 per person hours are 6:30 AM to 10:30.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Pets are allowed with a $75 fee per pet, per stay.

Parking Info

Valet parking - $50 per day Street parking is available - based on availability and their are time restrictions

Internet / WiFI

Wi-Fi is complimentary

Misc Fees / Policies

  • 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'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.

  • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Cleaning Policies

Public areas are cleaned daily and hand sanitizing stations throughout hotel.

Essential workers only - NO

About Hilton Hotels and Resorts

  • Bed & Breakfast Packages for two at select locations
  • Have serenity beds made by Serta and Peter Thomas Roth hair & skincare bath amenities
  • Pre-arrival planning services
  • Pet Friendly Program

The Hilton Hotels and Resorts highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Hotel Rate Trends at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Rate fluctuations of Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

This chart illustrates averages of sleeping room prices for both our group quotes and the best online individual traveler rates we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was entered. The best group deal shown is 28.1% in June 2025 and the highest average individual rate is $559 in the month of March 2026. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto in a month when rates are lower.