Discover a charming retreat at the gateway
to Silicon Valley
central location
The Stanford Park Hotel sits at the crossroads of Stanford University, Silicon Valley, and some of the region’s top culture and attractions.
explore our neighborhood
Stroll along Palo Alto’s University Avenue for unique shopping, top-rated restaurants and nightlife. Explore Menlo Park’s quiet, yet vibrant town of pleasant, tree-lined streets. Stop by the Elizabeth Gamble Gardens, and Allied Art for a local culture fix. Dozens of wineries and local breweries are within driving distance. As are top venues for events and festivals, including the Shoreline Amphitheater, the SAP Center at San Jose, and the Filoli Gardens, a beautiful example of the golden age of American garden design.
See below for some of our favorite spots near and far or click here for directions.
01At the Heart of Innovation
1885
Stanford University is founded by Leland and Jane Stanford
1939
Hewlett Packard is founded in a Palo Alto garage
1939
NASA Ames Research Center founded at Moffet Field
1941
Hoover Tower constructed
02Walkable Destinations
Sand Hill Road
Distance: 2 miles
SR 82 (El Camino Real) in Palo Alto
Famous road home to many of the world’s most successful venture capital firms.
03Farther Afield
Take a drive to explore destinations in surrounding areas.
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Hiking Trails
Windy Hill Open Space Preserve | 7.7 miles
Portola Valley, CA 94028
(650) 691-1200
Arastradero Preserve | 8.9 miles
1530 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 329-2423
Rancho San Antonio Preserve | 14.5 miles
Cupertino, CA 940
(650) 691-1200
Baylands Nature Preserve | 4.5 miles
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 617-3156
Shoreline Amphitheater
Distance: 6.8 miles
1 Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View, CA 94043 | (650) 967-4040
Shoreline Amphitheater is the ideal venue for festivals, concerts, comedy shows and other gatherings including the 4th of July celebration, Mayhem Festival, Lollapalooza, Ozzfest and almost all of the hottest concerts in town. It is seven miles from the hotel, just behind Google’s World Headquarters.
SAP Center at San Jose
Distance: 21.1 miles
525 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113 | (408) 287-7070
The SAP Center at San Jose is an indoor arena, and the Silicon Valley’s top venue for events, concerts, and sporting events. Home to the San Jose Sharks hockey team, the arena is also commonly called The Shark Tank.
Hiller Aviation Museum
Distance: 8.2 miles
601 Skyway Rd, San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 654-0200
The Hiller Aviation Institute & Museum was founded by helicopter pioneer Stanley Hiller Jr., in June, 1998. The Institute was conceived in the early ‘70s on the premise that objective presentation of history, would be a logical foundation on which to construct a vision of future global science and aviation.
Filoli Gardens
Distance: 10.7 miles
86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062
(650) 364-8300
Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Santa Cruz Mountains in Woodside, California, the Filoli Gardens are an excellent example of the Golden Age of American garden design and English country architecture. Filoli Gardens was built for Mr. and Mrs. William Bowers Bourn, prominent San Franciscans whose chief source of wealth was the Empire Mine, a hard-rock gold mine in Grass Valley, California.
The Tech Interactive
Distance: 21.4 miles
201 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113
(408) 294-8324
The Tech Interactive is a hands-on technology and science museum for people of all ages and backgrounds. It features special exhibits and immersive adventures and first-run movies in their IMAX theater. The museum is a non-profit learning resource established to inspire the innovator in everyone.
Santana Row
Distance: 20.5 miles
377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 551-4611
This vibrant, upscale shopping and entertainment destination boasts more than a hundred unique shops, restaurants, galleries, and bars. In addition to retail thrills, Santana Row features a farmers' market, movie theater, and events such as fashion shows.
Westfield Valley Fair
Distance: 20.6 miles
2855 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 248-4451
Westfield Valley Fair is a luxurious Santa Clara shopping mall featuring nearly two hundred retail stores, designer boutiques, and fine dining, anchored by Macy's and Nordstrom.
Thomas Fogarty Winery
Distance: 15 miles
19501 Skyline Blvd, Woodside, CA 94062
(650) 851-6777
Thomas Fogarty Winery was founded in 1978 by inventor Dr. Thomas Fogarty and winemaker Michael Martella. Dr. Fogarty’s penchant for innovative thought and Martella’s viticulture instincts led the development of the cool Skyline Ridge area. Today wine connoisseurs enjoy true premiere Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Mountain Winery
Distance: 20.6 miles
14831 Pierce Rd, Saratoga, CA 95070
(408) 741-2822
The Mountain Winery in Saratoga, California is dedicated to preserving the Mountain Winery’s history and to restoring the property to its magnificent glory for the enjoyment of all. It is best known for it’s annual summer concert series and the dramatic stage backdrop. The intimate setting ensures an exceptional experience for star performers and guests alike.
Breweries
Freewheel Brewing Company | 3.1 miles
3736 Florence St, Redwood City, CA 94063
(650) 365-2337
Alpha Acid Brewing Co. | 8.9 miles
121 Industrial Rd. #11, Belmont CA 94002
(650) 394-4728
Faultline Brewing Company | 13.9 miles
1235 Oakmead Pkwy, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
(408) 736-2739
Golden State Brewery | 17.7 miles
1252 Memorex Dr, Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 727-2337
Other Colleges & Universities
Menlo College | 1.2 mi
1000 El Camino Real, Atherton, CA 94027
(650) 543-3753
Santa Clara University | 19.7 miles
500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053
(408) 554-4000
San Jose State University | 24.2 miles
1 Washington Sq, San Jose, CA 95192
(408) 924-1000
Airports
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) | 17.4 miles
Highway 101, San Francisco, CA 94128
(650) 821-8211
San José International Airport (SJC) | 18.4 miles
1701 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110
(408) 392-3600
Oakland International Airport (OAK) | 29.2 miles
1 Airport Dr, Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 563-3300