El Prado Hotel - Palo Alto

Boutique hotel in downtown Palo Alto, named one of the seven best boutique hotels in the United States

Rooms & Suites

Hotel el Prado Palo Alto houses 62 guest rooms and suites, many with private balconies overlooking a European-style courtyard. Each room includes Tivoli Bluetooth speakers with wireless charging and USB ports, a fully stocked minibar, and 24-hour ice service. Bathrooms feature floor-to-ceiling marble and rain showers, with complementary plush robes and luxury bath amenities.

Dining

Il Fornaio, an Italian restaurant, is located directly in the hotel lobby and provides on-site dining as well as room service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A Tapas Bar offers small plates and drinks in a casual setting, and complimentary coffee and newspapers are available on each floor every morning. Guests can also order in-room massage and private car service through the concierge.

Location & Nearby

El Prado is situated on Cowper Street, a quiet block off University Avenue, putting downtown Palo Alto's restaurants and shops within a 15-minute walk. Stanford University is a 6-minute drive away, and the Stanford Shopping Center is 7 minutes by car. Major tech campuses such as Google, Facebook, and LinkedIn are within a 15-minute drive, making the hotel a frequent choice for business travelers.

Services & Amenities

A state-of-the-art fitness center is available on site, and the 24-hour concierge can arrange restaurant reservations, private car service, and in-room massage. The hotel offers valet parking, a parking garage, and electric vehicle charging stations. Pet-friendly accommodations are provided, and the hotel's event coordination team supports weddings, corporate functions, and social gatherings.

Events & Business

El Prado Hotel Palo Alto has meeting and banquet facilities that accommodate up to 90 guests, with dedicated event planners and on-site catering from Il Fornaio. Business services include a boardroom, photocopying, fax, and dry cleaning. The hotel's events team has been praised for handling group travel and conferences smoothly, with fresh food and attentive service.

• Awards: Named one of the seven best boutique hotels in the U.S. by Forbes
• Rooms: 62 guest rooms with private balconies and marble bathrooms
• Dining: Il Fornaio Italian restaurant and Tapas Bar on site
• Location: 6 min from Stanford University, 15 min from tech campuses
• Services: 24-hour concierge, in-room massage, pet-friendly stays
• Events: Wedding and conference facilities for up to 90 guests