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8.6

130 reviews

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

488 University Avenue, Palo Alto, 94301, California, United States

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Golf course

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto is a 4-star hotel in Palo Alto, California, located at 488 University Avenue, about 1mi from the city center. The property has 130 reviews. Price starts from $466.

Amenities include free WiFi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, an elevator, and free toiletries. On-site options feature a restaurant, a bar, and a terrace, plus a golf course. Pet-friendly accommodations, private parking (extra charges), and on-site parking (extra charges) are also available.

Located in Palo Alto, California, at 488 University Avenue, this 4-star hotel offers a blend of comfort and convenience, making it a solid choice for travelers.

On-site dining adds flavor to every stay, with President’s Terrace and Lou & Herbert’s offering American fare, a bar, and a terrace to enjoy the outdoors. For a bit of leisure, a golf course is available on the property.

Pet-friendly accommodations welcome four-legged companions, with charges may apply. Parking options include private parking and on-site parking, both available for an extra fee.

Located at 488 University Avenue in Palo Alto, about 1mi from the city center, this stay blends comfort with convenient access to dining, leisure, and the local scene.

Closest airports

Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport

14mi

San Francisco International Airport

16.7mi

Oakland International Airport

19.8mi

Stockton Metropolitan Airport

59.1mi

Monterey Regional Airport

62mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Golf course

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

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Corner, 2 Queen Size Beds, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

305 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Corner Queen Queen Mobility Access Ri Shower.

Graduate Queen Room in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Graduate, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

300 sqft

Refrigerator

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The unit has 1 bed.

Graduate King Room in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Graduate, King Size

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

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The unit offers 1 bed.

Graduate Corner King Room in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Graduate Corner, King Size

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

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Graduate Corner King Room - High Floor in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Graduate Corner, King Size, Highfloor

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

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Graduate Queen Room - Hearing Accessible in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Graduate, Queen Size, Accessible

1 Queen Size Bed

335 sqft

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Graduate Corner King Room with Bath Tub - Mobility Accessible in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Graduate Corner, King Size, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

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Graduate Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Graduate, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

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Graduate King Room - Hearing Accessible in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Graduate, King Size, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

280 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

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Air conditioning

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Queen Room in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

185 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

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Air conditioning

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Deluxe King Room in Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

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Deluxe, King Size

1 King Size Bed

290 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

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Air conditioning

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Guest reviews

8.6

130 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Meghan

8.2

August 2025

The interior design of the hotel, is wonderful and really fun. So many details! The staff that were there were very helpful and nice. But you need more staff.

It seems you need more staff. At times there was no one around in the lobby. The restaurant for breakfast had one woman doing everything: seating people, taking orders, making coffee. It was a little nuts.

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Jennifer

8.2

November 2023

Graduate hotels have such a cute concept. Even our key cards featured celebrities (ours was Tiger Woods and Reese Witherspoon) and their alma maters. Staff were excellent, friendly and attentive from the start. The room was neat, though quite small, and gave a very elevated dorm in an elite institution vibes. We didn't get a chance to explore the rooftop bar, but the restaurant was delicious with even better drinks. Would definitely stay here again if I'm ever in town.

Room was slightly on the dusty side, especially the curtains, but it's a very minor thing and didn't detract from the experience. Other than that, everything else was lovely.

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Christopher

10

September 2023

The staff was incredibly welcoming and helpful, my 6-year-old wanted to ride the old elevator they have. When it wasn't coming down one helpful team member jumped in to help us and ended up running up several flights of stairs to check and see if the door was left open. When she was gone another team member jumped in and offered to assist and do the same. The decor was as expected, tehe building was just cool. Everything was above what was expected, especially at this price point.

Nothing, the hotel was great.

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Sabine

9.1

June 2024

Lovely hotel and very friendly and supportive staff. this was graduation weekend and they were super helpful in holding on to some of out student's luggage for us and offering to store it for a few days. we hugely appreciated this offer as it made our stay in the bay area so much easier. Thank you Graduate Hotel!

Everything was very nice.

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Stephanie

10

April 2023

The location was fantastic. We easily found parking within a block or two and the hotel itself is right down town which made it easy to grab dinner and do some shopping. The staff were welcoming and accommodating. My husband had a procedure scheduled the next day and one of the front lobby staff brought up cookies for him that night and wished him well. It was definitely a going above and beyond action which we will never forget.

The original room we had booked was very small and right next to the elevator. Knowing the dimensions of the room we are booking will be a priority in the future. The hotel was able to reassign us a room that provided more space and a quieter atmosphere without hesitation. Greatly appreciated by my husband and I .

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Emily

9.1

July 2025

Location, a lot of restaurants and stores on the street; quiet at night, nice decorations

Rooms are small

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Isabell

10

February 2023

+ beautiful design and attention to detail + perfect location on University Ave - in the middle of all the cute shops and restaurants Palo Alto has to offer + short walk away from Caltrain and the free shuttle to Stanford + bikes for free + attentive staff who wrote us a darling little card

- Bathroom floors were cold, take slippers or thick socks

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Cm

10

September 2023

The employees, were beyond helpful.

On top of a $350 1 night room...Paying $50 for parking and another $50 for a late ck out. No breakfast OR COFFEE included Drinks were outrageous! Shower looks nice but sprays all over the tile & you have to wipe it up in order to dry your hair.

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Ulf

8.2

March 2023

Excellent location and striking interior design

For some reason, breakfast is not offered as part of the booking - which I only noted after the fact. There is no gym and they do not cooperate with any fitness facilities, so you'll have to find it on your own.

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Leslie

8.2

October 2023

Loved the renovation...preserved the ''old feel', while delivering comfort and function

Only issue was no hot water the morning we checked out. Felt sympathy for the front desk, who had clearly been fielding calls about it! I'm sure you'll have fixed it

Points of Interest Around Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Airports

Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport

14mi

San Francisco International Airport

16.7mi

Oakland International Airport

19.8mi

Stockton Metropolitan Airport

59.1mi

Monterey Regional Airport

62mi

Restaurants

President’s Terrace

Cuisines

  • American

Lou & Herbert's

Cuisines

  • American

Amenities of Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Restaurant

Free wifi

Golf course

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Can pets stay with guests at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Absolutely! You can bring your pet with you and stay at the Graduate Palo Alto hotel. They welcome pets and make accommodations for them. Please note that there may be additional charges for having a pet in the room.

When are the check-in and check-out times for Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

At Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto, we have arranged the check-in post 04:00 PM and the room should be vacated by 11:00 AM.

Does Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto offer complimentary parking?

Yes, there is convenient and private on-site parking available at the Graduate Palo Alto. It is not necessary to make a reservation for parking. Guests can enjoy the ease and convenience of parking their vehicles at the hotel during their stay. However, it is important to note that there is a daily parking fee of $50.

What are the rates at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Accommodations at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto can start from $466. Be aware, rates are influenced by room type and selected dates. Ensure to specify your stay dates for up-to-date pricing.

What are the room types available at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

The Graduate Palo Alto hotel offers a variety of room types including Queen Rooms, King Rooms, and Deluxe King Rooms. The rooms can accommodate either double or quadruple occupancy and have bed sizes of either Queen or King. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The room sizes range from 183 sqft to 344 sqft.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Guests at the Graduate Palo Alto can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided by the hotel. They can relax and have a drink at the hotel's bar. Additionally, guests can rent bicycles from the hotel and explore the surrounding area.

For dining options, the hotel has two restaurants on site. The President's Terrace offers American cuisine, giving guests a chance to savor classic American dishes. Lou & Herbert's, another restaurant at the hotel, also serves American cuisine, providing guests with a variety of dining options.

Overall, guests at the Graduate Palo Alto can enjoy their time at the hotel by taking advantage of the leisure amenities such as the bar and bicycle rental. They can also indulge in delicious American cuisine at the hotel's two restaurants, President's Terrace and Lou & Herbert's.

Does Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto have on-site restaurants?

Yes, the hotel has two restaurants on site: President's Terrace and Lou & Herbert's. Both restaurants offer American cuisine.

Can I use my credit card at Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto?

Yes, you can use your credit card to make payments at Graduate Palo Alto. However, cash is not accepted at this hotel. Accepted credit cards include Mastercard, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, JCB, American Express, Maestro, Carte Blanche, and UnionPay.