What is University South like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Palo Alto's University South neighbourhood. Are you looking for University South travel tips? Make sure that you visit Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in University South?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, el PRADO is the highest ranked property in University South. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Stanford University, and it offers private balconies and a fitness centre. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Nobu Hotel Palo Alto and Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto .

How many hotels will I find in the University South area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Palo Alto, choose from one of Expedia's 17 hotels and other accommodation options in University South.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University South, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in University South.

What can I see and do in this Palo Alto neighbourhood?

Landmarks in University South that you won't want to miss include Stanford Theatre and Hewlett Packard House and Garage. Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Museum of American Heritage are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around University South include Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center, Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Stanford University Arboretum. While you're out sightseeing in Palo Alto, make sure that you visit other sights such as Rinconada Park or Sunset Headquarters and Gardens.

The Best Hotels in University South, Palo Alto - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for University South hotels

A grand lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and ornate columns.

1. The Cardinal Hotel

University South

John

₹17,000 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

An outdoor courtyard with a round table, potted plants, and a hanging lantern.

2. el PRADO

University South

Marissa

₹33,031 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, string lights, wicker furniture, and a view of the city skyline.

3. Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

University South

Xiaoxia

₹25,366 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A restaurant with outdoor seating surrounded by a garden path and various plants.

4. Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

University South

Ariane

₹49,674 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A bedroom with a large bed, a hanging light fixture, floral wallpaper, and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Crowper Inn

University South

colin

₹33,047 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

6. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Green Acres, 4.6 km from University South

Kelly

₹11,567 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

7. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

Ventura, 3.8 km from University South

Allison

₹9,835 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A Menlo Park Inn building with a parking lot and a row of rooms.

8. Menlo Park Inn

3 km from University South

Silvia

₹13,449 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

9. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

7.6 km from University South

Loan Huu Phi

₹17,979 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.

10. Creekside Inn

Barron Park, 3.4 km from University South

Melinda

₹12,617 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

11. The Ameswell Hotel

8.9 km from University South

Chris

₹20,046 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.

12. Hyatt Place San Carlos

12.5 km from University South

George

₹13,981 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

15.9 km from University South

Briana

₹13,430 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar seating, and a large window providing natural light.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

8.7 km from University South

Andrew

₹11,122 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, stone walls, and a modern building in the background.

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

12.6 km from University South

Malgorzata

₹12,816 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

16. Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

14.1 km from University South

Teresa

₹10,236 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A hotel with a prominent 'aloft hotel' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

17. Aloft by Marriott Silicon Valley

13.1 km from University South

Ignacio

₹11,985 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

18. Atherton Park Inn & Suites

5.8 km from University South

Fernando

₹15,588 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.

19. Dinah's Garden Hotel

5.2 km from University South

Vince

₹16,868 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a television, and a small plant.

20. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

9.1 km from University South

Vaughn

₹10,668 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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Compare popular hotels in University South

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crowper Inn	2.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
el PRADO	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 672 reviews	View
The Cardinal Hotel	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 480 reviews	View
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 464 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 367 reviews	View

Where to stay in University South

Find the best University South areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A university campus with a prominent clock tower, red-roofed buildings, and a central green space.

Stanford

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.

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East Palo Alto

You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in East Palo Alto. You might want to make time for a stop at San Francisco Bay or Silicon Valley.

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Barron Park

While Barron Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Antonio Shopping Center and San Andreas Fault Trail.

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Old Palo Alto

When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Ventura

Though Ventura may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium.

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