hotels with balcony in Belmont, CA

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set 3 miles from San Francisco International Airport, this choice, waterfront airport hotel with a Spanish-style facade is also 2 miles from the CuriOdyssey museum and 12 miles from Candlestick Park.Suites have modern decor, custom-designed beds, and living areas with pull-out sofas. There’s also WiFi (fee), 2 flat-screen TVs, minifridges and microwaves. Many have bay views. Upgraded suites add access to a refreshment center.Complimentary breakfast is offered, as well as appetizers and drinks. There’s also a casual restaurant/bar, plus an indoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness center. A free airport shuttle is available. Parking is extra.

Things You Need to Know

  • 8 min drive to CuriOdyssey
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes and the air conditioning
  • Guests praised the casual restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “a bay” 99 times
  • Guests liked the bay views
  • Some guests complained about the nightlife
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Roshá

My family and I stay here every other month so it’s become sort of a home away from home Really happy to see the cooked to order breakfast is back Omelets and pancakes plus potatoes and sausage along with the normal American continental options

Would love to see some alternative meats offered (turkey or plant based sausage)If you can get a room with a view, it really is lovely I love the trail along the bay There are bikes for rental as wellThe pool wasn’t very clean on our last visit so that could use some regular attentionJulie at the front desk is a gem Airport shuttle is convenient

Charlene Caybut

This property doesn’t want customers who can only stay one night I was traveling for business, I am a Hilton Honors member and was staying one night only as I had training nearby The hotel refused to book me for one night on a Thursday night! They gave me the run around telling me that they were fully booked

Then they finally admitted that they don’t make one night reservations Apparently that’s a hotel “policy” now Well, that’s the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever seen from an Embassy Suites I’ll be taking my business to the Marriott down the street since they still value one night customers! By the way they have also changed their happy hour to 5-6:30 with only 2 drinks per customer We used to hold after training business meetings here and enjoyed the happy hour As responsible adults I think we all should be able to choose how many drinks we decide to have Very bad service from this Hilton property and I will never stay here again I know they don’t care that they’ve lost my business, but just a warning to others that if you need a one night stay you can forget it

Saia Halaliku

The suite we had was great The hotel was easy to get in, and out It was also within a short distance to all the attractions that we wanted to get in this trip

The room was very clean, and a pretty good size The continental breakfast was very good The swimming pool, and the sauna seemed to be very busy, and the common areas were kept Although this property does not have a kitchen, or a full restaurant

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Alongside the Bayshore Freeway, this informal all-suite hotel is set on a business park a mile from the Hiller Aviation Museum and 10 miles from San Francisco International Airport.Contemporary suites feature living areas, sofabeds, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as microwaves, minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers.A hot breakfast buffet is complimentary. Other amenities include a bar and a 24/7 convenience store, plus an outdoor pool and a gym. There’s also a patio with a fire pit. Parking is available for a fee.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the large, clean rooms and the beds
  • 5 min drive to the Hiller Aviation Museum
  • 16 min drive to San Francisco International Airport
  • Guests praised the service
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 13 times
  • The fitness center has free weights
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Chris Brown

Great rooms, good breakfast, Terrible front desk reception Darnell made us wait for 30 minutes s to check in I had only two choices

Not check in and get charged, or wait for Marriott website to go back online We will never go back Instead of eating hot food that we got from takeout, I am waiting for front desk to print out forms which took him three times He has NO EMPATHY at all for our familyI get that we had an outdated form, but we only were given 2 options Cancel the reservation and pay full price or hang out in the lobby with the family in the car to get an updated form I did not have the option of paying full price for the room and staying there even though I would be charged full price but not be able to stay the night On the expired form there is a code that the hotel could have verified if they had any empathy, but as you can see from the owner’s response they still do not understand what was the issue

Bridgette Kendrick

So I want to start by saying I’m a Titanium Elite member and have stayed in countless Marriotts all over the country The SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores was the absolute worst They claim to be “pet friendly” but that’s only towards dogs not cats

I called the Elite reservation line to book a 4 night stay, 1 night with points The hotel is “pet friendly” and I made sure to tell the representative that I had a cat Everything is booked and I prepaid for the nights stay After I got off the phone I called the hotel directly and spoke with someone (I believe her name was Julia) to make sure that I had a “pet friendly” room reserved for my cat, no problem Then I drive from Washington state to California I start checking in and for some reason they’re having problems with my reservation since one night is with points and the other three were prepaid Then they are getting ready to give me the pet form to fill out and I mention my cat They say we take dogs only! I tell them this has all be confirmed with the Marriott Elite reservation line and I had called the hotel myself They continue to say no cats, my cat is a 4lb Persian that has a lion haircut (mostly shaved) Then the manager Ben Lawson is called and he says “no cats in my hotel because they’re more allergenic then dogs” I have never heard of such a thing A pet friendly hotel is a pet friendly hotel You can bring cats on planes so I’m not sure what this was all about but I felt very discriminated against and it was embarrassing that I was being turned away I was so tired after my long drive and now I’m being forced to find a different hotel After staying in over a thousand nights in Marriott hotels the SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores really disappointed

Nate Richardson

This hotel refuses to help in any way should circumstances out of your control put you in a position where you can no longer travel I came down with COVID the day I was supposed to travel The receptionist refused to allow me to alter my booking in any way

This was for required work travel and I just asked to shift the booking to a future date They offered no remedy and charged me full price I will never stay here ever, and I suggest those who read this review do the same

3. The Miramar Inn & Suites (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off State Highway 1, this unpretentious hotel amid casual restaurants is a 10-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 2 miles from Pillar Point Harbor.Featuring bright accent walls and exterior corridors, the straightforward rooms provide microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers, as well as flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms add balconies.Continental breakfast and parking are complimentary.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the large, clean rooms
  • 8 min walk to Miramar Beach, California
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a 24-hr front desk
  • Some guests complained about the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Norman Pettit

A very good hotel for the budget-minded An excellent value for the price paid compared to other lodgings in the area Our room was well kept and everything was in good working order

The bed linens and towels were of good quality and all of the amenities were thought of (iron, hair dryer, mini-fridge and microwave)–not all hotels in this price range offer all of these features The front desk staff was very pleasant and friendly I will definitely stay here again when my travels take me to Half Moon Bay

Rebecca Leerssen

We enjoyed our stay at The Miramar Check in was easy and the host was able to give us a good idea for dinner (Barbara’s fishtrap) While the property is not ON the beach, we were able to walk to there easily, its a few blocks to a trail, and then just a short walk on the trail

The room was clean and spacious Breakfast options were somewhat limited – (instant oatmeal and packaged pastry) but the coffee/hot chocolate/mocha machine was great

4. Hotel Lucent (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 727 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025
  • Phone: (650) 521-0024
  • Ratings: 4.2 (217 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Hotel Lucent
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Sleek hotel offering chic quarters & a gym, plus a rooftop terrace with a hot tub.

About this hotel

This chic hotel is a minute’s walk from the nearest bus stop, a 16-minute walk from Stanford Shopping Center and 1 mile from Stanford University.The minimalist rooms come with Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, as well as coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add kitchenettes and/or pull-out sofas. Suites have separate sitting areas.A breakfast buffet is available. Other amenities include a modern lounge, a gym and a game room, plus a rooftop terrace with a hot tub and a fire pit.

Things You Need to Know

  • 6 min drive to the Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Center for Visual Arts
  • 8 min walk to nearest train station
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub
  • Guests praised the modern bar

Feedback From Real Customers

debbie S

The manager is a very angry man who doesn’t respond well to simplequestions He seemed furious at checking because we used a hotelscom

The pillows were gross The room was dirty and noisy The manager was completely deranged I asked if it was possible to get different types of pillows and he got in my face about allergies etc I told him I understood and was simply inquiring if there were other pillows available He was yelling and frighteningly aggressive He followed us to the door yelling that we should find another place to stay We actually brought family with us to pack up fast and get out, he was so clearly unstable Needless to say, we found another place to stay,Update No surprise that they charged me for the entire stay What a nightmare this place is

Nancy Cornelius

We stayed at Hotel Lucent for one night on May 18, 2022 The bathroom door stopper had come off and the door fell onto my husband who was a Stanford Hospital patient (barn door type door) I jumped up and helped grab the door and immediately called the front desk

Also, the shampoo and other liquids in the “wall’ bottles did not work either The tile floor in bathroom was not cleaned (the closet had the same tile with white grout lines) but the grout lines in bathroom were black with dirt We paid $32322 for one night including tax Due to the door falling we should have been reimbursed by the hotel but we were not offered any kind of reimbursement except a verbal apology from the desk clerk (Their custodian stayed beyond his work hours to fix the door) We won’t stay there again as the hotel is “oversold” for what it is and the details and repairs and “attention to details” are missing We go to Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto but will find other accommodations

Robert Cvitkovic

As a European, this must have been one of the worst hotels I have been to The room had several problems There was a constant humming in the background; it smelled heavily like cleaner

The beds were short, and the bathroom was freezing as it had no heating All furniture is worn out Also, the breakfast has only cereals and some pastries, nothing fresh In the end, they also charged me insted of my company who made the reservation

5. Extended Stay America Premier Suites – San Francisco – Belmont (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

This contemporary hotel is 2 miles from Hiller Aviation Museum, 6 miles from Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, and 10 miles from the Pulgas Water Temple.The casual studios feature full kitchens, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus armchairs and work desks.Continental breakfast is complimentary, while parking is available for a surcharge. There are also coin-operated guest laundry facilities. Pets are welcome (fee).

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • 6 min drive to the Hiller Aviation Museum
  • 14 min drive to San Francisco International Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service

Feedback From Real Customers

Calise Cardin

We have had a wonderful stay at this hotel Every single staff member goes above and beyond to smile and help you Ashyln is wonderful, she greets with you big smile is helpful,and is extremely knowledgeable

She has made our stay incredible We are super grateful and would recommend this hotel to anyone who wants a wonderful clean and safe place to stay Thank you 😊

Jessica Vasquez

Very clean hotel! I brought my dogs with me and they give 4 paws up!Hotel staff was very friendly and helpful I got a nice, spacious room with a full refrigerator/freezer, microwave, and kitchen sink The room had a bed, TV, leather chair and a small desk with two office chairs in it

The room has windows, but they were locked shutThe bathroom was large and spacious Everything was very clean and looked newThe hotel provides morning goodies in the lobby for guests It was a nice selection of fresh oranges, yogurt, instant oatmeal, coffee, tea and hot chocolateThe location is literally next to highway 101 in an industrial area I wasn’t too keen on the location, but that was my fault Plenty of parking available I wouldn’t leave any valuables in the car thoughOn the other side of the highway overpass is an AM/PM to get cold drinks and munchies There’s also a Wendy’s nearby I also noticed that door dash delivered to the hotel too!The hotel did not have any real garden area for dogs to potty I just took them towards the side of the building to do their business in the bushesOverall my stay was pleasant and I did not have any issues Thanks ESA!

Avneet Ram

Great experience! From having friendly staffs to the entire stay Rooms are so clean , neat and maintained Easy location, the front desk team including the manager are super good and very helpful, well mannered and they do over and above making sure their guests are comfortable throughout their stay

Highly recommendfor any long term or short term stay 😇

6. Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

A 5-minute walk from the Palo Alto Caltrain station, this modern lodging is also 12 minutes’ walk from the Stanford Shopping Center.Slick rooms come with Wi-Fi (fee), flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers, as well as desks with ergonomic chairs. Some rooms include free Wi-Fi, kitchenettes, whirlpool tubs, and/or balconies or patios. Suites add separate living areas. Club rooms provide access to a lounge with complimentary continental breakfast, all-day snacks and afternoon appetizers.Amenities include an American restaurant and a lounge, plus a fitness center, a heated outdoor pool and a 24/7 business center.

Things You Need to Know

  • 15 min walk to the Hewlett-Packard House and Garage
  • 5 min walk to nearest train station
  • Some guests disliked the air conditioning but others praised the beds
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests liked the American restaurant
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

s Zig

We love the pool and the location of this hotel The staff are all super friendly and professional Check in is fast and efficient and the managers are present and helpful

Our room was very clean and the a/c works great which is a big thing for us This hotel is older but it is still the best place to stay You can walk to Stanford Mall and the shops at Town & Country as well as downtown Palo Alto We look forward to our next visit

Karla Mei Robertson

The location can’t be beat, and I’ve got 20 years of positive memories from this hotel The pool is nice and my kids love it (although it’s a bit chilly and I really wish there was a hot tub) The staff is good and the ground are nice- so get a garden view room if possible

The rooms are basic, serviceable But the walls are paper thin So if you have a noisy neighbor you are screwed But I’ll take my chances and will keep coming back

Gordon Burgess

Have kids and want to hear more of them? Enjoy the euphonious roar of an ice machine? This is the place for you! With walls carefully engineered to be as thin as permitted by law and a layout designed to amplify 60-year-old Karen’s shrieking while she pounds tequila poolside at 2am, this is truly the ultimate experience No need to get an adjoining room for Uncle Steve, it won’t save you from his snoring and you won’t be sleeping either wayPros: The location was great, the staff were efficient and friendly, and the room was clean

Check-in/check-out was smoothCons: Noise 🗣️🛏️ Guests were yelling in the pool area until 1-2am for the three nights I was there which could clearly be heard through closed doors, and no staff enforced any kind of quiet hours Other noise from guests in the hallway weren’t stopped by the thin walls and made the whole experience pretty terrible One morning I was woken up at 6am by an employee dragging pool chairs on the concreteI only ended up getting a few hours of sleep a night and it impacted the business trip I was on I would not recommend this experience to others The shouting of guests stays with me in my dreams but I’m lucky to already have tinnitus to drown it out

7. Rosewood Sand Hill (5-star hotel)

  • Address: 2825 Sand Hill Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025
  • Phone: (650) 561-1500
  • Ratings: 4.7 (1833 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : Rosewood Sand Hill
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Modern, stylish rooms with walk-in closets & marble bathtubs, plus upscale dining, a spa & a pool.

About this hotel

Set on 16 private acres, this sophisticated hotel is a 7-minute walk from Sharon Heights Golf Club, 10.7 miles from Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts and 3.1 miles from Stanford Shopping Center.Upscale rooms feature walk-in closets, rainfall showerheads and marble bathtubs. All have balconies or terraces (some with mountain views), flat-screen TVs, DVD players, iPod docks and free WiFi. Villas with living rooms, full kitchens and multiple bedrooms are also available.Dining options range from a fine dining restaurant to a casual grill. Other amenities include a heated outdoor pool, a spa with treatments, a courtyard and a fitness center.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the bathrooms
  • 9 min drive to Wunderlich County Park
  • Guests praised the friendly, professional service
  • Guests praised the fine restaurant and the restaurant service
  • Guests mentioned “Patio” 28 times
  • Guests praised the grounds
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Hanna Teferi

Spent an afternoon poolside and it was lovely! There are plenty of options for shade and everything was clean and well kept The true star of the show was the service we received from the poolside dining staff Our drinks were never empty, the food was fresh and thoughtful and we were able to relax our way into the weekend

It was truly a pleasure Great atmosphere and even better service!

Kate Morgan Woodward

I went to a corporate event on the lawn I’ve been to cocktails in the restaurant but I must say corporate event on the lawn exceeds cocktails in the restaurant The food was delicious

I think there was a chicken and a butternut squash offered for the main There was salad and beef tartar for the appetizer The food was delicious and I only wish I had had more

Ashley Jung

Such a warm welcoming pool reception to kick off their new summer menu Jacqueline and her team really went beyond expectations with their service Amazing featured cocktail as well as their delicious food that was being passed around with smiles on each staff member’s face

Rosewood Sand Hill has emphasized their amazing ambiance, spectacular views and their stellar customer service I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for another home away from home

8. Nobu Hotel Palo Alto (5-star hotel)

  • Address: 180 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
  • Phone: (650) 531-8888
  • Ratings: 4.5 (346 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Sleek, modern rooms & suites in an upscale, contemporary hotel offering a health club & dining.

About this hotel

Set 5 blocks from Stanford University campus, this contemporary, upscale hotel is also 4 blocks from Highway 82 and 17 miles from San Jose Airport.The modern, sleek rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, minibars and espresso makers, plus flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and iPod docks. Some rooms provide city-view balconies, while suites add sitting rooms.Complimentary perks include access to a fitness center and health club. There’s an upscale regional restaurant and bar, along with a business center and 2 meeting rooms. Valet parking is available for a fee.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have minibars
  • 10 min walk to the Hewlett-Packard House and Garage
  • 7 min walk to nearest train station
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Lauren Lauren

Excited to stay Nobu Hotel in Palo AltoNice ambiance and unusual rest room with toto vide The lighting system was so modern

However, the service was not great Room cleaning had to be requested at 3 pm after though staff had come earlier but only refilled the mini barThe picture is Japanese Breakfast Bento which looks good and tastes good

J P

We were excited to stay at Nobu as we understood, from their marketing, that it was exceptionally cool, exclusive, and boutique We looked on their site for a nice room and found that the Zen Suite (about $1,200) was available for the night we wanted to stay, which happened to be that same night When we landed we checked again to see if it was available and it was, but since we were only a few minutes away we decided to go right to the hotel and check in rather than reserving online

The two young gentlemen at the front desk (early twenties and very inexperienced, but doing their best) laughed when we asked about the suite and said they were all booked and that Expedia was likely having problems We said we saw it was available, not on Expedia, but on the Nobu Palo Alto site and we pulled it up in front of them Anyway, don’t trust their site for booking, you’d have to call to be certain before putting in your card info to make sure you aren’t booking a room that doesn’t exist inside the cancellation time Then it just got stupid they only had rooms with two queen beds (which by the way they are not queen beds – they are doubles which are really small) Since we were already there and tired we decided to take the two queen room Got to our room and a large panel fell off the wall when my wife opened the safe The paneling isn’t aligned and opening the safe cabinet door was enough to dislodged a 3 by 4 foot heavy panel from the wall which then fell on her We switched rooms The next room had a lovely thick black hair in the sink, maybe a dark sushi noodle, not sure It was end of day so we decided whatever we came up against we would stay The beds are not queen beds, but I mentioned that already Rooms are small TV is enormous and really great, but very limited channels but still – it’s a great TV Shower was ok but no hand held and they have a “Japanese” style wood floor in the shower which serves only an aesthetic purpose, and maybe to hide hair underneath, but damn it hurts the feet Bathroom is very tiny The toilet was unbelievably great and the showcase of the room, along with the TV The toilet is fully automated with remote control, heated seat, squirty things etc Basically you are renting a toilet and TV with some surrounding furniture No electrical outlets next to beds – just USB ports which is fine but not if you have new iPhone etc Carpets are stained, mostly because of the color selection we think which shows an archaeological history of prior guest shenanigans There is only one elevator which gets tedious The common areas of the hotel are sort of finished but not really There is an odd second floor patio that is 8 feet wide with some furniture facing a wall Nobody was out there There are surely other spots to stay that would be a better value and still very nice We couldn’t help but think Nobu is more of a marketing and food services company than a hotel company We give three stars which we think is fair for a three star hotel

T W

The highest level of service ever received! The hotel is simple and refined The best concierge I have ever interacted with! From toiletries to arranging sightseeing/recommendations (everyone from valet) {so personable!}Excellent hotel for business and pleasure 5-star hotel without a stuffy Four Seasons/Ritz approach

Room service is top notch Front desk was super responsive when I needed more shampoo/conditioner/Nespresso podsWe stayed in a Ryokan room which I can not emphasize just how incredible and serene the room feels We were granted early checkin as soon as we landed from SFO at 11amI booked this not expecting much, but the small touches and personalized attention is what sets Nobu apart from anyone elseThe 82 inch tv is magical as is the heated toilet seat, you’re welcome!

9. el PRADO Hotel (4-star hotel)

  • Address: 520 Cowper St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
  • Phone: (650) 322-9000
  • Ratings: 4.5 (320 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : el PRADO Hotel
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Plush rooms & suites with marble bathrooms & private balconies, plus free breakfast & refreshments.

About this hotel

This upscale boutique hotel with a Mediterranean-style exterior is half a mile from the closest Caltrain station and a mile from Stanford University.Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors, the breezy, chic rooms offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen HDTVs, as well as balconies and marble bathrooms with rainfall showers. Suites add living rooms, whirlpool tubs and/or fireplaces. A turndown service is offered.Freebies include continental breakfast and refreshments. There’s a gym, and a brick courtyard with a terracotta fountain.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • Guests praised the bathrooms
  • 10 min walk to the Hewlett-Packard House and Garage
  • 13 min walk to nearest train station
  • One of the few hotels in the area with 24-hr room service
  • Guests mentioned restaurants 15 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Amanda McNary

We stayed at the Penthouse Suite for our wedding weekend, and I would strongly recommend the same for other couples The hotel is beautiful, both the rooms and common areas, and the staff was extremely thoughtful and considerate during the booking process as well as during the weekend Compared to other hotels in the area, the price is much more justified by the quality of the experience

I highly recommend El Prado and hope to return some day

Alexah Rogge

Gorgeous hotel– we were trying to rent an event space for weeks/months but the service was extremely disappointing, waiting extended periods for a response from the events/sales coordinator, no contract sent after saying it would be sent several times, etc We sent several ‘hi just checking in on this’ emails to try to move the process along and get a response, but eventually we just decided to not risk it with the unreliable service and scheduled our event at a different hotel Hopefully the service improves because it is a lovely space

Mark Quin

My family and I stayed at the El Prado hotel It was a fantastic stay and would love to stay there again The hotel staff was extremely polite, the rooms were very clean, no noise, and a great view of the courtyard

We originally ordered 1 room but opted to get a second room so our kids would have more space to spread out (besides, it would have been difficult for my wife and kids to share 1 bathroom)The location of the hotel is just off the main street that has several restaurants We had plans to go to Il Forniao (Italian restaurant downstairs) but we had jetlag and unfortunately, the restaurant was close to closing that night we arrived I had eaten at the restaurant in the past and it has a wonderful menu selection and amazing pastaWe took the kids down the street to Salt and Straw (icecream) It’s a must if you are staying at El Prado Get the Cookie dough and Cinnamon icecreams if you go thereRoom service in the hotel was very good My kids thought the chicken strips and the grilled cheese sandwich were a bit drybut the tuna was REALLY good (make sure you get the bowl of mixed berries with your dinnerthat was also very good) For breakfast we had the omelette and yogurt for breakfast; it was excellentI think all the rooms have a view of the courtyard Ensure you get a room with a balcony it was nice to sit out on the balcony and enjoy the fresh air

10. The Westin Palo Alto (4-star hotel)

  • Address: 675 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301
  • Phone: (650) 321-4422
  • Ratings: 4.2 (584 reviews) Very good
  • Website : The Westin Palo Alto
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Straightforward rooms & suites, some with balconies, plus a poolside bar & landscaped courtyards.

About this hotel

Adjacent to Stanford University, this straightforward hotel is also a 6-minute walk from Palo Alto Caltrain Station and a 12-minute walk from Stanford Shopping Center.The traditionally furnished rooms feature flat-screen TVs, WiFi (fee), iPod docks and coffeemakers with Starbucks coffee, plus marble bathrooms. Some also have balconies. Suites add living rooms, and are also available with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs.Amenities include Mediterranean-style landscaped courtyards, a heated outdoor pool and a gym (with a workout-gear lending program). There’s also a poolside cocktail bar, 6 conference rooms and an upscale restaurant.

Things You Need to Know

  • 13 min walk to the Hewlett-Packard House and Garage
  • 6 min walk to nearest train station
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned fitness centers 20 times
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Guests liked the poolside bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Brent Clark

Nice hotel, great location What really makes this special is the person who greeted me at the front desk Her name is Cat and she is AMAZING

I’ve been traveling for several weeks and I came in exhausted My flight was canceled and I’ve been having a busy / stressful day Cat immediately greeted me with a smile and a joke and made me feel relaxed and comfortableAfter my (much deserved) nap, I’m going to try to hit the pool to relaxTHANK YOU CAT!!!

Eric

A mixed stay this trip, but hopefully related to their ongoing renovationsThe Good: very high quality service as expected from a Westin Due to the renovations there was a mix of Westin and Sheraton staff on call, but quality was great all across

The Surprising: housekeeping appears to have switched from expected to on request only When I confirmed with the front desk after several days, they apologized that I wasn’t told when I checked in Not sure if this is a regional (CA is under a major drought warning) or a staffing (due to post-Covid issues) change, but unexpected nonethelessThe Gratifying: The property, in the final stages of its renewal, is lovely on the inside and out, and it’s location near the Palo Alto downtown makes this a great place to stay in the Valley

11. Hyatt House Belmont/Redwood Shores (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This unpretentious all-suite hotel is 7 miles from Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, 5 miles from Seal Point Park and 3 miles from the Hiller Aviation Museum.The laid-back 1- and 2-bedroom suites offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and sitting areas, plus kitchens, DVD players and pull-out sofas.Breakfast is complimentary. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a gym and a 24-hour market, plus a bar and meeting space. Local shuttle service and parking are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the kitchenettes
  • 7 min drive to the Hiller Aviation Museum
  • Guests mentioned the rooms are large but unclean
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • 15 min drive to San Francisco International Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Chuck Hernandez

Quiet, right off the 101fwy, and great rooms The check in process was extremely easy The room was well cleaned, and well kept

Little scratches here and there, but overall well kept Room came with full kitchen, stove, cooking utensils, cups, mugs, pans, full size fridge, microwave, and dishwasher Small living room but comfy, king size bed and 2 TV The only reason gave it a 4 is, according to front office staff (who I suspect were the owners) the don’t control the AC system in there own hotel So my room was in high 80’s I called the front end so they can tell me how to lower the temp, and the answer I got was sorry we don’t know and have no control over the AC Which i found hard to believe

Jigar Agrawal

It is not as beautiful as they have portrayed in the picture There are some pros But the cons are many more and most people won’t let them go while considering an expensive stay

Cons:The staff is quite unresponsive I felt like they do not even care This could be personal though, but they have not delivered toiletries even though I requested them this morning The rooms are not quite clean Some kind of sticky thing on tables Looks are frozen puke! The bathroom door doesn’t lock Breakfast is very poor They just have some eggs, juice, bagels, 1 type of fruit, coffee, and some juice I was expecting more variety of fruits and yogurt and everything No elevator The furniture is very old and looks cheapPros:The bedroom was nice and comfyI would have given half star if available

Ashley Marie

Wonderful local hotel with all the comforts of a well kept home Ruby and DJ at the front desk were both very helpful and always attentive to whatever questions I had or help I needed The Hyatt Homes come with a basketball court, swimming pool, bbq area next to a fire pit all surrounded by a lovely pond with walking trails

The full breakfast included with your stay was full of a variety of foods and snacks to eat there or take with you for exploring the area

12. Half Moon Bay Lodge (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Adjacent to Half Moon Bay Golf Links, this upscale hotel is 1 mile from Manhattan Beach and 31 miles from San Francisco.Cozy, lodge-style rooms and suites with earth tones offer balconies or terraces overlooking a garden and golf course, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms offer wood-burning fireplaces.Free perks include parking. There’s a heated outdoor pool and a hot tub, as well as an outdoor patio with a fireplace.

Things You Need to Know

  • The lodge-style rooms have coffee makers and refrigerators
  • 6 min drive to Poplar Beach
  • Guests mentioned the rooms are unclean
  • Guests mentioned “golf courses” 31 times
  • Guests mentioned “Patio” 17 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a pool
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a spa

Feedback From Real Customers

Kristina Hathaway

Great location for a work offsite I didn’t stay in a room, but coworkers seemed pleased with them Conference room had everything we needed and we used the lovely courtyard for breaks

Gorgeous view Definitely recommend Attentive staffAnd the recommended lunch/breakfast selections were fantastic Fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious

Martin Vale

Greatly enjoy the the peace and tranquility of the hotel Rooms are quite well appointed beds extremely comfortable Reception desk staff always very polite and willing to help

Fireside breakfast room and break fast is good, pool area clean and great place for a tan We try to visit tow / three times a year Definitely recommend the hotel

Abby Rankila

This is a good spot to stay in Half Moon Bay I loved the fireplace in our room and the view and proximity to coastal walks/ocean was really nice A couple things that would make this experience better would be adding microwaves to the standard rooms and updating the TVs to smart TVs or adding DVD players, as we were staying longer than a few days these things would’ve been nice

Also, nice to have a fairly good restaurant within a short walk of the lodge Definitely recommend

13. Canyon Ranch Woodside

  • Address: 16350 Skyline Blvd, Woodside, CA 94062
  • Phone: (650) 529-1046
  • Ratings: 4.8 (21 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : Canyon Ranch Woodside
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Chic, serene hotel offering complimentary meals, yoga & meditation, plus an indoor pool & a gym.

About this hotel

A mile from hiking trails in Wunderlich County Park, this serene, sophisticated hotel is surrounded by woods along Skyline Boulevard. It’s 9 miles from Highway 280 and 16 miles from San Gregorio State Beach.Simple rooms in the main building offer free Wi-Fi, loaner iPads and flat-screen TVs, as well as Nespresso machines and minifridges. Most have private balconies; some add sitting areas. Chic treehouses feature floor-to-ceiling windows with forest views.Meals are included, as are yoga and meditation classes. There are also hiking trails and fitness facilities (some outdoors), plus a tranquil labyrinth and an indoor saltwater pool.

Things You Need to Know

  • 7 min drive to the Windy Hill Open Space Preserve
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Sarah Mae Ives

A little slice of heaven that I do NOT want to leave! I wish I could give it ten stars! The staff is so welcoming and everyone remembers your name, the food is scrumptious and plentiful (and MANY gluten free and vegetarian options as well as meat), there are so many classes to choose from, like yoga, classes, massage, hikes, fitness, etc, and the land is beyond breathtakingSo many redwood trees, hiking trails and so many places you can sit down and relax, read a book, journal by the hearth fire The energy in this place is welcoming and kind and if you want to just sit by yourself you can or if you want to socialize you can

Everyone is so respectful and courteous (and genuinely so)Such an amazing experience that I will not forget soon I will be back!

Holly Benzenhafer

Canyon Ranch Woodside is a gracious gem of a retreat center nestled in the redwood forest on Skyline Blvd I immediately begin to calm as I drive through the gate and enter this serene property The trails, nooks with thoughtful, quiet seating, and buildings all nurture an intertwined engagement with the natural world that is gentle and renewing

Even more, the staff are a group of the most gracious, welcoming, and kind professionals – every one of them takes a keen interest in guests’ well-being and needs while evidencing a camradarie as a team that speaks to their care for their work and the space If you have a chance, go Gift yourself the time to rest, restore, and be nurtured at Woodside It’s amazing

14. Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set in a commercial area Off US-101, this unpretentious, modern hotel next to Redwood Creek is 2 miles from Courthouse Square, the Fox Theatre and the Seaport Conference Center.Relaxed rooms with colorful accents feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks, as well as microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers; some have pull-out sofas. Suites add separate living rooms.There’s a cozy informal bistro; breakfast is offered for a fee. Other amenities include a convenience store and a heated outdoor pool, plus a gym and a business center, both open 24/7.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests mentioned the rooms are large
  • 5 min drive to San Mateo County History Museum
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 19 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has free weights
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Chloe Zhang

The rooms are good, but we had a terrible experience at the reception We reserved a suite, when we were doing the check in at around 3:20 pm, the reception lady told us the suite was not ready yet and we had to stay where we’d like to wait for it for around an hour We asked if it was possible to let us check in some other room and then transfer back to the room we reserved when it’s ready, they refused and only provided us an option to change our reservation to a king bed room

No better solution was ever provided to us

Janice Allen

Awesome!! Amazing place!! small problem When I entered the room it had a strong air freshener scent, pungent

I discovered why when I opened the closed bathroom door, it smelled like vomit🤢 As a nurse this odor was easy to recognize I had just gotten off work and was too exhausted to drive the 100miles to my home I’ve had some not so great experiences as a travel nurse having to stay at various hotels I was too tired to request another room Honestly I didn’t know what to expect, choosing not to pick the battle of “I need another room”So I kept the bathroom door wide open to allow this unpleasant scent to leave and turned up the air-conditioning unitThe odor was less concentrated overtime and I slept Extremely!! well I chose to shower in the morning so not to be in the bathroom until the scent had dispersed The bed slept far!! better than others I’ve slept in other hotels Even though I didn’t appreciate the vomit odor, I Totally enjoyed the room!! It was Fantastic in design , comfort and decor!!

Yoon Sheen

Absolutely the worst courtyard I ever stayed at, would give it 0 stars if I could Staff are unprofessional and rude, told us our reserved room is no longer available and we needed to downgrade to another room The room does not feel very clean and air is stagnant

Meanwhile everything in the hotel is overpriced, parking costs $15 per night On the website it said breakfast is included but in reality it is not and you need to pay

15. Sfo Airport Hotel, El Rancho Inn, BW Signature Collection (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This relaxed Spanish-style hotel is a 3-mile drive from San Francisco International Airport and 13 miles from Pacifica State Beach.Plush, modern rooms offer sitting areas, Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels.Amenities include parking and breakfast. There’s a contemporary restaurant and bar, plus a fitness center. There’s also a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Things You Need to Know

  • Some guests complained about the furniture
  • The rooms have kitchenettes
  • 21 min drive to Pacifica State Beach
  • Guests praised the professional service
  • Guests mentioned microwaves 31 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Sonja DeVere

Such a nice place to stay Great location to stay, park and fly Close to airport

Vicky was so helpful at our check-in So friendly and engaging She told us about a couple places to eat dinner and everything about parking our car while we’re gone She even set up a ride to the airport the next morning Thanks for all you did for us We will stay here again Room was comfortable and slept well

Tobias Herrmann

Would give 45 if I could for the current very reasonable price Rooms very clean

Staff very nice A basic hotel/motel to stay for a day or two close to the airport Nothing to complain about basic amenities Location is about 30 min away from the city via car/uber, more than an hour taking public transport Couple of restaurants close by I know they might be bound by COVID regulations but there were a couple of things that did not really work and that we did not expect to encounter in spring 2022 Restaurant and airport shuttle not operating The most minimalistic breakfast and vending machines not working

Susan Trujillo

Nice suite, clean and comfortable Appreciated that the complimentary breakfast included hot food optionsSome have mentioned the noise from the train, In building 2, I never heard a peep but a family member in building 3 did hear and found it annoying

Bed was comfy and the location was convenient and staff were pleasant and courteous

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Francisco Airport (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set off Highway 101, this contemporary bayside hotel is a 2 miles from downtown Burlingame and 3 miles from San Francisco International Airport.The warm, polished rooms and suites feature custom-designed beds, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities, plus Wi-Fi access. Some add bay views and/or minifridges, while suites offer separate living rooms with pull-out sofas.Amenities include an exercise room, a bayside jogging trail and a casual restaurant/sports bar, plus meeting space and a 24-hour business center. There’s also a 24/7 airport shuttle, as well as bus service to the BART.

Things You Need to Know

  • 9 min drive to CuriOdyssey
  • Guests praised the service
  • Some guests disliked the kitchenettes
  • Some guests disliked the bathrooms
  • Guests mentioned “cookies” 71 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • Guests praised the nightlife
  • Guests liked the sports bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Lainey Spangler

Great hotel, especially for Airline Commuting personnel Has a decent restaurant, however, only open for breakfast and dinner, not lunch There is a nice Diner next door, with primarily Asian food, or sandwiches for inexpensive dining in or takeaway

Hotel Staff are always accommodating If you have any issues during your stay, the staff respond immediately No 30 minute wait at this place to get something addressed! They are on it, right away! Convenient 30 minute shuttle 24 hrs to/from airport No laundromat, unfortunately Many hotels offer free or inexpensive washer/dryer accommodations, and I would love it if this hotel also offered, however, it is not offered

Erika Solomon

I hosted a family reunion here The space was great for all our events and space where we just hung out was comfortable and great The hotel staff were wonderful and friendly, bartender made good drinks

Rizsa in events was phenomenal! She was very responsive and helpful in planning throughout the year She worked with and accommodated all my needs related to my room block at a great room rate, staying within our determined budget, food selections by dietary needs, and meeting room set-up If she wasn’t available, other event staff were assets and assisted if needed I highly recommend this hotel for an event It is close to the airport and there it is across the street from the Bay that has a beautiful view and a place to walk along leisurely or for exercise

Denise Keefe

The airport shuttle was on time and comfortable The check in desk attendant was very positive and accommodating The hotel is comfortable and a great location in proximity to easy access to the airport and running paths

The room was clean and quiet The complimentary coffee in the lobby with large cups were greatly appreciated as was the delicious cookie on arrival I am making my next reservation here at the Doubletree, so I will be back this weekend

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