Driving directions from San Jose International Airport: Follow the airport exit signs. Turn left onto SR-87/Guadalupe Pkwy and follow it for one mile. Head north on Hwy 101 toward San Francisco. Exit at Embarcadero Rd W and continue two miles to El Camino Real. Turn right and proceed three blocks to the hotel on the right.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO): Approximate driving time is 35 minutes and distance is 18 miles.

Driving directions from San Francisco International Airport: Head south on Hwy 101. Exit at Embarcadero Rd W and continue two miles to El Camino Real. Turn right and proceed three blocks to the hotel on the right.

Rental cars are one of the most convenient ways to reach the hotel from both airports. Rental cars are available via this Web site. Shuttle service is another option for $26–$35 from San Jose or more than $36 from San Francisco. Taxis cost more than $36 from both airports. Fees subject to change without notice.

It is also possible to take public transportation from both airports for less than $5. Fee subject to change without notice. From San Jose, travelers take the VTA Airport Flyer to the Santa Clara Caltrain station. From there, they take Caltrain north to the Palo Alto stop. From San Francisco, travelers take a BART shuttle to the Millbrae Caltrain station and proceed to the Palo Alto stop. The hotel is a three-minute walk from the Palo Alto stop.

Getting around: With Stanford University right across the street and Palo Alto's shops and restaurants just one-half block away, walking around town is popular. Taxis are also quite convenient. For longer trips, rental cars are the best choice, and they are available via this Web site.

Luna Lounge - This comfortable bar serves cocktails and appetizers, and offers an evening happy hour from 5 to 8 PM nightly.

Amenity highlights: The Mediterranean-style boutique hotel offers a pool area with sundeck, spa, and bar, and five attractively landscaped, individually themed courtyards. There is also a business center with complimentary high-speed Internet access, and a fitness room.

Insider tip: One of the best views on the Peninsula is available from Stanford University's Hoover Tower. Other Stanford gems include the ornate Memorial Church and the acoustically marvelous Campbell Recital Hall, which often features live performances.

The hotel also offers a Mediterranean-style restaurant, fitness center with cardio equipment and weights, 24-hour room service, and express check-in/checkout.

Valet parking:
$14 per 24-hour period. Secured parking lot with in/out privileges.
Self parking:
$9 per 24-hour period. Secured parking lot with in/out privileges.
Fees do not include tax and are subject to change without prior notification.