Spanish-style calm in Palo Alto.
Set in the heart of Silicon Valley, el PRADO mixes Spanish-style architecture with modern California polish to create a calm, garden-inspired retreat in downtown Palo Alto. Named for the Spanish word for meadow, this boutique hotel pairs Old World charm with contemporary luxury just steps from the energy of University Avenue.
Silicon Valley, softened.
With its sun-drenched courtyard and fountain at the center, el PRADO carries an unhurried quality that feels genuinely rare in this corner of California. The stately architecture sets the tone, and the interiors follow through with bright, airy rooms that feel more like a well-appointed home than a hotel. That European-inspired sensibility shows up in the thoughtful details, creating a stay that invites you to slow down, exhale, and settle in.
Feel the warmth of hospitality.
Each of the 62 rooms and suites boasts pillowtop mattresses with plush down bedding, marble slab bathrooms stocked with luxury bath amenities, soft bathrobes and slippers, and mini-bars filled with a curated selection of premium snacks and beverages. Floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies, some separated by French doors, look out over the courtyard and fountain or the tree-lined streets of downtown. For those traveling with a canine companion, dog-friendly accommodations are available to welcome the whole family. A fully equipped fitness center, same-day laundry and dry-cleaning services, overnight shoeshines, secure valet parking, and a business center keep comfort and convenience close, while 24-hour concierge service is there for whatever comes up along the way.
Dining at el PRADO happens largely on your own terms. Morning coffee arrives freshly brewed alongside breakfast delivered straight to your door, and a full in-room dining menu covers later hours without asking you to leave the comfort of your room. Just steps away, University Avenue puts downtown Palo Alto's walkable dining scene within easy reach, with restaurants serving cuisine from nearly every corner of the globe.
Located in downtown Palo Alto in Silicon Valley, just steps from University Avenue and a short drive from Stanford University.
Meetings + Events
Hosting a meeting or event? el PRADO offers 7,300 square feet of distinctive indoor and outdoor event spaces, including the Courtyard Ballroom for larger events and receptions, La Terraza Ballroom for meetings and gatherings with flexible breakout configurations, La Biblioteca for smaller events with a private balcony, and Granada for boardroom-style meetings. To learn more, click here.
| Event Space | Square Feet | Dimensions | Theater | Reception | Classroom | Conference | U-Shape | Crescent | Dining | Dinner & Dancing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terraza Ballroom | 1,875 | 75' x 25' | 200 | 200 | 100 | 60 | 64 | 120 | 180 | 140 |
| Terraza I | 400 | 16' x 25' | 30 | 50 | 20 | 14 | 14 | 21 | 30 | -- |
| Terraza II | 400 | 16' x 25' | 30 | 50 | 20 | 14 | 14 | 21 | 30 | -- |
| Terraza III | 1,000 | 40' x 25' | 100 | 100 | 50 | 34 | 35 | 35 | 60 | -- |
| La Biblioteca | 640 | 40' x 16' | -- | 50 | -- | 24 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Courtyard Ballroom | 3,096 | 102' x 24', 49' x 26' | -- | 300 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 250 | 230 |
| Courtyard I | 432 | 24' x 18' | 20 | 30 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 20 | -- |
| Courtyard II | 780 | 26' x 30' | 50 | 75 | 30 | 18 | 20 | 35 | 50 | -- |
| Courtyard III | 600 | 20' x 30' | 40 | 70 | 28 | 20 | 20 | 35 | 50 | -- |
| Courtyard IV | 1,274 | 49' x 26' | 100 | 120 | 70 | 40 | 44 | 50 | 90 | 70 |
| Granada | 328 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 12 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
