Since opening its doors in 1985, The Stanford Park has provided a sense of place and community for travelers and locals alike
home away from home
The hotel’s legacy continues to be cultivated under second generation ownership and management. Every detail—from gracious staff, to hand-picked, complimentary in-room snacks—puts you at ease.
style and service
Consistently the top-rated hotel on TripAdvisor, The Stanford Park has been rated AAA Four Diamond for 25 consecutive years for its warm, meticulous service. This Menlo Park retreat boasts 162 inviting guest rooms and charming, well-manicured grounds. Classic brick and shingle design, and distinctive Maybeck Morgan architecture create a West Coast interpretation of traditional elegance.
california roots
The hotel’s long history and deep connections to both Stanford University and Silicon Valley make it a unique and distinctive gathering place.
Two local families saw an opportunity to create a charming luxury retreat at the crossroads of Stanford University and Silicon Valley. Together with their shared vision they designed and built The Stanford Park Hotel.
an outdoor oasis
Guests love to escape to this tranquil setting after a long day of work, travel, or play. Patio tables with free-standing umbrellas shade guests during the day. In the lower level, cozy wicker style furniture is arranged around warm fire pits. Evening events are made magical with thousands of sparkling lights twining through the trees, bubbling fountains, and the glow of candlelight.
take a dip or make a splash
The garden pool area provides one of the nicest retreats on the entire San Francisco Peninsula, and is an ideal place to relax and unwind during your stay. Enjoy our heated, 50-foot swimming pool and whirlpool spa year-round.
Swimming Pool & Whirlpool hours
Open daily, 7:00am to 10:00pm
01Amenities
Whether cozied up in your plush guestroomor exploring the town you’ll have every convenience covered, including:
- Self or valet parking with in-and-out privileges
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Library and work spaces
- Daily newspapers
- Bottled water in your room upon arrival
- Evening turn-down service upon request
- Welcome beverages provided by reception
- Car service within a 3-mile radius of the hotel
- Borrow-a-Bicycle program (Priority bicycles)
- Daily coffee service from 4am-10am
- Freshly baked cookies from 9pm-10pm
- Shoe shine
02Fitness
fitness center hours
The Stanford Park’s large, well-equipped fitness center is available 24 hours a day.
neighborhood fitness
The hotel is walking distance to boutique fitness studios including:
- SoulCycle
- Turbo 26 Yoga
- Barry’s Bootcamp
- Rumble
explore the outdoors
Local hiking and running routes include:
- Palm Drive and the Stanford Campus Loop
- The Stanford Dish
- Windy Hill Open Space Preserve
- Pearson-Arastradero Preserve
- Wunderlich County Park
- Palo Alto Baylands Preserve
Giving Back and Community Engagement
We are proud to be conscientious stewards of our environment and actively engaged in supporting the local community.
Environmental Conservation
Our ongoing environmental programs include energy, water, and paper conservation; waste reduction; hazardous materials recycling; local and sustainable food procurement; environmentally responsible fixture, appliance, and furniture repurposing.
Community Partnerships
While we are fortunate to partner with numerous local organizations, we are very proud to financially support Ronald McDonald House Charities, which provides comprehensive family support programming and hospitality for the families of children facing critical health challenges.
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