El Prado

El Prado

Hotel
4 stars 

520 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA, United States

ExcellentBased on 217 reviews
9.1

$278

Cheapest rate

rate per night

Provider
Nightly total
$278
$322
$352
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Deluxe room
1 king bed
$278
1 king bed
$322
bed type unknown
$352
Standard Room
bed type unknown
$382
bed type unknown
$422
bed type unknown
$508
King room
bed type unknown
$416
bed type unknown
$422
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.
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El Prado Information

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of El Prado, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 30 July 2025.
Set in the heart of downtown Palo Alto, CA, among a blend of enchanting residential neighborhoods and top technology creators, el PRADO is a 62-room boutique hotel welcoming travelers to Silicon Valle...

Good to know

Check-in time15:00
Check-out time11:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+1 650 322 9000

Perks and amenities at El Prado

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at El Prado
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

General

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Raised toilet
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Safety deposit box
  • Cribs available
  • Fireplace
  • Feather pillow
  • Seating area
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Ironing service
  • Minibar
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Room service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Shower cap
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • Slippers
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Key card access
  • Sofa bed
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laptop safe
  • Express check-out
  • Parking
  • Body soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Bottle of water
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Telephone
  • Kettle
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Air-conditioned
  • Refrigerator
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • City view
  • Trouser press
  • Dustbins
  • TV
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Conditioner
  • Desk
  • Coffee shop
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower
  • Garden
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Storage available

Activities

  • Golf
  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Conference rooms
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key access
  • Beauty salon
  • Airport shuttle

Reviews for El Prado

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at El Prado, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 217 reviews of El Prado to date. Review data was last updated on 30 July 2025.
9.1
WonderfulBased on 217 verified guest reviews
Pros +
  • Room was beautiful and very comfortable! (in 7 reviews)
  • We would happily stay here again if we are in Palo Alto! (in 2 reviews)
  • The hotel is so elegant and private in every respect. (in 3 reviews)
Cons -
  • Then I but guest as Max. (in 1 review)
  • A real treat to beat jetlag. (in 1 review)
  • Both mornings at 8.40am the housekeeping staff knocked to clean my room. (in 2 reviews)
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  • How far is El Prado from Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo?

    El Prado is a good place to stay to see Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. It’s 1.4 km away.

  • Is El Prado close to Stanford Stadium?

    Stanford Stadium is also a popular place to see in Palo Alto. It is 1.5 km from El Prado.

FAQs when booking at El Prado

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at El Prado. FAQs were last updated on 30 July 2025.

  • How close is El Prado to the nearest airport, San Jose Airport?

    The distance between the closest airport, San Jose Airport, and El Prado is 36.1 km and the expected drive time is about 0h 28m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

  • Is El Prado considered pet-friendly?

    Yes. Most house pets, such as dogs, are welcomed guests at El Prado.

  • What is the El Prado phone number?

    The best way to contact El Prado is by calling +1 650 322 9000.

  • Does El Prado have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, El Prado has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre at El Prado?

    Yes, El Prado has a fitness centre available to guests throughout their stay.

  • What is the check-out time at El Prado?

    11:00. If you require a later check-out we advise discussing it with the front desk as soon as you’re able to. Check-in time is 15:00.

  • How much does it cost to stay at El Prado, Palo Alto?

    On average, guests have been paying $654 per night to stay at El Prado. Some users have found rooms as low as $278 per night. Enter your dates in the form above to see the price rates available for your stay.

  • Is there a restaurant at El Prado?

    There is an on-site restaurant - contact El Prado for opening and last order times. A bar is also available on-site.

  • Does El Prado have a laundry service?

    Yes, there is a hotel laundry service for guests at El Prado. No need to pack a travel iron either, as the accommodation can provide one.

  • Does El Prado offer accessible rooms?

    Yes, El Prado provides accessible rooms for guests requiring them. Make sure to check the deals available on HotelsCombined for the latest availability.

  • How far is El Prado from Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo?

    El Prado is a good place to stay to see Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. It’s 1.4 km away.

  • Is El Prado close to Stanford Stadium?

    Stanford Stadium is also a popular place to see in Palo Alto. It is 1.5 km from El Prado.

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