El Prado Hotel - Palo Alto

4-star boutique hotel in downtown Palo Alto, recognized as one of the seven best boutique hotels in the United States

Amenities & Services

el PRADO offers a state-of-the-art fitness center and 24-hour concierge service that can arrange in-room massage as well as restaurant reservations and private car service. The hotel provides on-site parking with high-speed EV chargers in addition to valet parking. Pet-friendly accommodations at hotel El Prado include outstanding amenities for dogs.

Rooms & Suites

Each of the 62 rooms and suites at El Prado features a private balcony, Tivoli Bluetooth speakers with wireless charging, and USB ports. Guests receive complimentary fresh-brewed coffee each floor every morning, and a full breakfast is available through room service. Rooms offer HDTVs, a fully stocked minibar, 24-hour ice service, and an in-room safe.

Dining

The hotel has an on-site Tapas Bar and the Italian restaurant Il Fornaio, which is located right in the lobby. Room service is available from Il Fornaio for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Complimentary hot chocolate is served in the lobby, and coffee is available on each floor every morning.

Location

The hotel sits in central Palo Alto, 6 minutes' drive from Stanford University and 7 minutes from Stanford Shopping Center. Downtown Palo Alto's restaurants, art galleries, and shops are within walking distance. Major tech campuses like Google, Facebook, and LinkedIn are a 15-minute drive away.

Business & Events

El Prado offers exceptional event hosting capabilities with a dedicated coordination team that handles weddings, corporate functions, and social gatherings. The hotel has a boardroom and indoor-outdoor event space, and the on-site catering features food from Il Fornaio. Event staff are professional and attentive, allowing groups to enjoy a seamless experience.

• Awards: Named one of the seven best boutique hotels in the U.S. and a Forbes top hotel in Silicon Valley
• Rooms: 62 rooms with private balconies, Tivoli Bluetooth speakers, and wireless charging
• Dining: Il Fornaio Italian restaurant and Tapas Bar on-site
• Location: 6 minutes from Stanford University, walking distance to downtown
• Pet Policy: Pet-friendly with outstanding amenities
• Business: Boardroom and dedicated event coordination team