No hotel comes close. It is an oasis. Like being at home the rooms are so large. Never feel like…read moreyou are in a hotel room, whether melting into the great beds or enjoying room service in the sofa area you feel like you are in a house not a galley room. Double sinks, very elegant bathrooms. The outdoor courtyard and firepits are perfect for dinner, or a cocktail, and the Menlo Tavern is open all day from breakfast to dinner and the locals love to eat there. The courtyard is beautiful, with live entertainment. Well staffed and everyone from desk to doorman is friendly and helpful. Never a wait for room service or to check in. Best location for campus or great shopping at the high end mall across the street. From the huge fireplace in the lobby to the courtyard, the entire hotel is is elegant, cozy and spotless. Easy and ample parking right on site to come and go as please, with tesla and EV charging. We have favorite hotels in NY, Chicago and CA, but none are like the warmth of the Stanford Park.

Arbitrary and unfair cancellation policy…read more Costly mistake to have booked here. Poor customer relations. Cancelling more than 24 hours in advance was not accepted

My now wife and I had our wedding reception at el PRADO Hotel and it was an amazing and…read moreunforgettable experience. Right from the get go our on-site coordinators helped ensure that everything went perfectly in the lead up to our special day and on it. We had amazing food and drink for us and all our guests, exceptionally well kept rooms, and an easy working experience for all our external vendors who contributed to our special day. The hotel itself is absolutely beautiful in its design with its Spanish influenced architecture and every room having a little balcony overlooking the intimate courtyard or if its on the outside of the hotel, the downtown Palo Alto area. We honestly couldn't have imagined a better venue for our wedding, everyone had a good time and not a single thing went wrong. My wife and I were even in the penthouse for the weekend, an amazing two bedroom suite on the top floor with not one but TWO private balconies, a jet tub, and a beautiful double sink bathroom with the works. el PRADO made sure that the most special day in my life went perfectly and me and my wife will always remember that.

The location is great and the staff checked us out was great as well. The bathroom was very clean…read morewhen we checked in. * The room layout was kind of strange but pretty large comparing to other hotels in the area. The issue was that the cleaning staff did not clean the bathroom at the 2nd night. The bathtub was dirty, so we had to clean it up. The floss and toilet paper were not filled. We did not bother to call as it was near midnight. We were disappointed it was not cleaned even with the high tips we left on the 1st night. Also, we were not explained about breakfast areas and complimentary drinks when we checked in. We found it out when we were checking out.

I travel a lot for business and pleasure. The Park James Hotel was recommended to us by a friend…read more Our experience was tremendous! The staff was friendly and professional. The room was cozy and CLEAN! We really never had to leave the hotel. The food at the restaurant was unmatched; the staff was on top of everything. The courtyard was incredible... a place to simply to hangout and unplug from your busy life. Big shoutout to Lyle the GM, Daniel the hospitality manager, Jackie and Renee our servers and everyone else! The Park James Hotel is now our go-to place whenever we visit the Bay Area... So impressed!

The small but well-appointed, base level Superior Room was just fine for a short, solo business…read moretrip, and the amenities were excellent--yay for Frette linens and Juice Beauty toiletries! Unfortunately, shower pressure the evening of my arrival was dismal, and while staff said they'd look at it while I was out the next day, it didn't seem any better upon my return. Since I was checking out the following day, I just bore with it a second time, noting it to the front desk when I checked out. The rest of my stay was lovely so I'm reluctant to judge the property too harshly, but hopefully they get that fixed before the next guest!

Nice little spot tucked in. Close to hospital and medical facilities…read more Lots of eatery choices

This is a cute little boutique hotel. Stayed here during a little Silicon Valley staycation. Hotel…read moreis located close driving distance to Stanford, Stanford Shopping Center, downtown Palo Alto, and about 20-30 min drive to Filoli Garden. I booked thru the Chase portal and was able to use points to pay for part of the bill. PROS: clean, comfortable, recently renovated and beautifully appointed and modern spaces. Staff was friendly and helpful. Free breakfast (nothing fancy, felt like sausage, eggs, etc were cooked from frozen, but it's free!) Free water, coffee, tea in the main office. We had a little private backs yard! Though other rooms balcony's and patio space overlook the pool so it's not that private. More affordable compared to nearby hotels. CONS: My only issue is upon arrival there were leaves and debris inside the room close to the door. I noticed there's a gap between the door and the floor where I assume they came in. I think they should fix this. CONCLUSION: an overall lovely stay, would go back, would recommend!

This is an old 1950s motorlodge on El Camino Real (which at one time served at Hwy 101) that has…read morebeen renovated with up to date and stylish decor. The rooms are small but well appointed. The bathrooms are compartmentalized and well lit which I appreciate for makeup application. Tiny closet, but not a problem if you are only staying a short time. The floors are fake wood which does not help with noise abatement, and that is the main complaint I have for the property. I would swear that the Stanford basketball team had the room above us (I usually request the top floor but was unable to this time as my husband was due at Stanford Medical for a procedure that kept him from taking the stairs (I never located an elevator from parking garage to the two floors.) Parking is below ground level. There is a stairwell at the south end but there really should be an elevator. Handicapped people would have to park in front of the office for direct access to the property. The noise from the room above me (sounded like running and bouncing balls) deterred my two nights of sleep. For a short stay, and convenient location to Stanford Medical, this is the place to stay. It is convenient. But it is not quiet due to poor floor insulation, highway traffic and trains.

This is very convenient location to the Stanford Shopping Center. We walked over there. For dinner,…read morewe walked about 15-20 minutes to downtown Palo Alto. The motel is clean. Our room looks like it's been recently updated, and it looks like they were renovating the pool area and the tiles outside. Most rooms had a small outdoor table and 2 chairs in front of their doors. Ours, room 206, did not have a set because we were across from the elevator. The breakfast area is small and adjacent to the lobby. I assume some people took their food back to their rooms, and if the weather was nicer, back to those outdoor tables. Breakfast offering were pretty basic, but they did have a waffle maker and a yogurt machine. Parking is under the motel, with 7 foot clearance. This is a great value and location.

The front desk man who checked me in took really good care of me and was very kind. His name starts…read morewith an M it's hard to remember but I think it's Mirki forgive me if I'm wrong but his smile and friendliness made my one night stay a very pleasant experience. He had such a kindness about him give that man a raise $$$$!! The valet parking man who also brought my luggage up to my room was kind as well. My room was nice, great bathtub and of course the bed was a dream and I slept better than I had in a month! Next day went to the spa. Clean zen and great tea. Overall 10 stars I will be back!

For the rates, this branch should be a satellite of Four Seasons not an actual one. Like how…read moreMarriott do with Regis and Ritz then lower tiers options.. The location is fantastic! It is conveniently located off the 101 freeway; 35 miles took me 35 minutes from the city! The facility is very clean and standard. The only unique thing about the room was the water electric boiler. So you can make tea rather than just coffee. They did not have firm pillows during my stay. The room is surprisingly quiet given the noise on the freeway. Reception staff were nice. Valet dude was super nice. You can self-park very easily too. Staff score: 5/5 Facility score: 3.5/5 Bouji score: 3.5/5 Value for money score: 2.5/5 Comfort score: 4/5

This review is for the dining areas at Rosewood Sand Hill, including Madera Restaurant, Madera Bar,…read moreand Bici Coffee. The hotel is located right by SLAC, tucked into a hillside setting in Menlo Park. The property feels peaceful, elegant, and very well maintained. Madera Restaurant offers a full upscale dining menu and is a great choice for lunch, dinner, a business meal, date night, or a special occasion. Madera Bar is perfect for cocktails, wine, and light bites in a more relaxed but still refined atmosphere. Bici Coffee is a nice option for coffee, pastries, or a casual stop for bikers if you do not want a full sit-down meal. Rosewood Sand Hill is also a nice place for a tea party or an afternoon gathering with friends. One of the best parts is the view from the hill. I like how you can partially see the highway from the restaurant, but you cannot really hear it, so the setting feels very calm and secluded. Occasionally, you can see some movement in the distance, but if you were not looking in that direction, you probably would not even notice it. Because of that, the whole place feels very private and relaxing. Visiting Rosewood Sand Hill feels like you have been transported somewhere away from Silicon Valley, even though you are actually right in the middle of it, just a walking distance from SLAC, the particle accelerator, and Zoox's autonomous vehicles. That contrast makes the experience even more interesting: you are surrounded by the Silicon Valley's technology and innovation, but the atmosphere feels secluded, quiet, luxurious, and almost like a retreat.

TL;DR Peaceful atmosphere, great food, and exceptional…read moreservice. A true 5-star experience. All the deets: We started our stay with complimentary EV charging and a golf cart ride to our cottage. From the moment we arrived, the service felt effortless and welcoming. No snobby or stuffiness. The room had an epon feel with high ceilings, a large walk-in closet, a spacious bathroom, and a balcony overlooking the lawn and fountain. It was the perfect spot to enjoy breakfast and if you get lucky maybe see some of the bunnies that run around the property. Next stop: the pool. Swim, eat, repeat. The staff regularly came around with complimentary tastings from the menu, and more than once we ended up ordering the item they brought - spicy tuna tostadas at the top of the list! The saltwater pool was fantastic, although I was glad I packed goggles(your eyes may not appreciate salty water it as much as the rest of you). The pool menu is relatively small but thoughtfully curated, with every item we tried delivering on quality and flavor. In the evening, we got ready and walked over to dinner at Madera. A separate review is coming, but dining on the deck while watching the sunset was a highlight of the stay. The halibut seemed to be the popular choice around us and looked incredible. Fork ordered the ribeye steak, while Spoon went with the mushroom ragù. Both dishes were excellent and a perfect end to the day. Final verdict: Rosewood Sand Hill delivers luxury without feeling stuffy. Between the beautiful grounds, attentive service, excellent food, and relaxing atmosphere, it's an easy recommendation for a staycation or special occasion.

This was a very peaceful hotel and easily accessible. There are a couple of restaurants & bar:…read more*Porto Blu *Vevre Café *Porto Blu Lounge *Nia Pool Bar Very relaxing hotel and well appointed rooms

I find this hotel to be pleasant to stay at. It smells so nice when you walk into the lobby…read more The room is decorated differently than other hotels I've stayed at. It's nice to see different decoration and style. The restroom is colorful. One thing I could not figure out was how to switch the rain shower to the shower head. Staffs are friendly. Valet in the front is convenient too. I'd come back and stay here again.

I stay often at Residence Inns and this one next to Stanford University is one of the best I have…read moreever stayed at. The front desk crew is all super friendly and professional. The breakfast crew was always very welcoming. The rooms were renovated and clean. The lobby was very comfortable and clean. I would definitely stay here again in the future !

This is a basic no frills hotel. But they provide excellent service and my rooms was large and…read morecomfortable. The front desk was very friendly and helpful. The hotel offers convenient parking at a reasonable charge. They also offer a basic breakfast in the morning. The one nit is that there is a train track that runs through the back of the hotel, but they provide sound proof curtains which seem to have done the trick for me. The room itself is large with a nice size TV, a kitchen, tea/coffee, a full sized refrigerator, and plenty of utensils if you'd like to make something yourself. The bed itself was comfortable. And the HVAC worked very well. All in all a very comfortable 5 night stay for me.