Stay at AC Hotel Palo Alto with free Wi-Fi, fitness center, and tapas bar. Close to Stanford University & Computer History Museum, ideal for business travelers.
Guests highlight the hotel’s upscale ambiance, attentive service, and proximity to local attractions, making it a popular choice for business and leisure travelers alike.
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AC Hotel Palo Alto offers refined accommodations featuring some rooms with mountain views, set within an upscale environment that includes a tapas bar and breakfast options. The property provides a variety of amenities such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a fitness center, business facilities, and pet-friendly services, catering especially to business travelers and guests seeking comfortable, service-oriented stays. While parking is available for a fee, the hotel does not offer a pool or airport shuttle.
Located on a tree-lined main road, the hotel sits approximately two miles from the Computer History Museum and four miles from Stanford University, making it well-positioned for visitors interested in local cultural and educational attractions. Outdoor enthusiasts can find hiking opportunities at Black Mountain, about 18 miles away. Nearby attractions also include California's Great America and the Winchester Mystery House.
With a sound overall rating of 4.4 from 255 reviews, guest feedback suggests a solid experience, though the nearby area's appeal is reflected in a moderate score of 3.6, indicating some variability in visitor impressions. Check-in is available from 15:00 with checkout by noon, which aligns with standard business travel schedules.
The hotel is conveniently accessible from several airports, including San Jose Mineta International Airport, roughly 17 minutes by car, San Francisco International Airport, about 26 minutes away, and Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, approximately 40 minutes by car. Several comparable hotels, such as Dinah's Garden Hotel and Courtyard by Marriott Palo Alto Los Altos, are located within a short distance, providing options for travelers exploring the area.
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Set on a tree-lined main thoroughfare, this upscale hotel is 2 miles from the Computer History Museum, 4 miles from Stanford University and 12 miles from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. It's 18 miles from hiking trails at Black Mountain.
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