Palo Alto Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Palo Alto, California

A trip to the sights with historical relevance in Palo Alto is likely on top of your travel itinerary. While you’re here, you might want to visit the university campus and major shopping area. You can also take some time enjoying the picturesque gardens.

Based on our travel expertise, Luxurious 1 Bed 1 Bath - Living Room & Kitchenette. 600sqft. is a top guest house for history buffs booking on Expedia and it features in-room kitchens. Stanford Theatre is a short 6-minute drive away.

In Palo Alto, there are 262 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Stanford Theatre and Hoover Tower in Palo Alto might be worth a visit. Cultural venues include Cantor Arts Center, Leland Stanford Junior University Museum of Art and Bing Concert Hall. San Francisco Bay is another popular sight to explore.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll stay someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Palo Alto, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Palo Alto, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.