EL PRADO 520 Cowper Street, Palo Alto CA 94301

520 Cowper St., Palo Alto, CA 94301 United States

near Exit 22 on I-280 (~3.3mi)

Near Stanford Theatre

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

The cool thing about el PRADO hotel is that it offers a variety of amenities including a bar/lounge, gym, spa, and pet-friendly accommodations.

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Breakfast available (surcharge)

Free WiFi

Fitness facilities

Wheelchair accessible parking

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The El Prado is wonderful! We love the location, rooms, quiet setting and the service is fantastic. Everyone is very friendly and courteous. We can't wait to come back!

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Property Description

With a stay at el PRADO, you'll be centrally located in Palo Alto, within a 10-minute drive of Stanford University and San Francisco Bay. This family-friendly hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Stanford University Medical Center and 12.8 mi (20.5 km) from Levi's Stadium.

Enjoy Italian cuisine at Il Fornaio, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 62 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Stanford Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Stanford University Arboretum - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Stanford Shopping Center - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo - 1.7 km / 1 mi
Palo Alto Art Center - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Rodin Sculpture Garden - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Leland Stanford Junior University Museum of Art - 2.3 km / 1.5 mi
Stanford Stadium - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Allied Arts Guild - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Portola Art Gallery - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Stanford Maples Pavillion - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Hoover Tower - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Frost Amplitheater - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Stanford Memorial Church - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 14.4 km / 9 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 26.2 km / 16.3 mi
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 32.5 km / 20.2 mi
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 45.4 km / 28.2 mi

The preferred airport for el PRADO is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Palo Alto? This hotel has 7000 square feet (650 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Extended parking is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.

Check-In/Check-Out

Check-In: 3:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out: 11:00 AM

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Green Sustainability

Yes. Keycard on and off switches. We partner with sustainable vendor resources. We purchase wind power. We have a recycle program throughout the hotel and event spaces

Airport & Shuttle Info

San Francisco Int’l Airport(SFO)25 mins North//San Jose Int’l Airport(SJC)20 mins South//Oakland Int’l Airport(OAK)40 mins Northeast//Car transportation may be arranged approx. $95 one way//Taxi & Shuttle are similar rates.

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Shuttles, taxis and rental cars are available from all airports. We are happy to assist with arrangements for private sedan service, airport shuttle, taxi, group vans and antique autos for all occasions.

Breakfast Information

Room Service breakfast - American cuisine - avg $20. Complimentary: Upon arrival fresh whole fruit in room. AM-Lobby offers fresh baked pastries and Peet's coffee and tea service. Afternoon-Lobby offers iced flavored water and housemade truffles. PM-Lobby offers Port and cookies. Wednesday Eve-Lobby offers wines and hors d'.

Pet Friendly?

Pets allowed

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 32

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 70

Only dogs are allowed

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets cannot be left unattended

pets 120 lbs permitted. $50.00 non refundable one time charge. Certified care dogs are no charge.

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 100 per person
Valet parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Contactless check-out is available

Contactless check-in is available

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