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Our top choices for Central Portola Valley hotels

An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

1. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
4.9 mi from Central Portola Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice location and clean room and nice breakfast. Great stay thank you."
United States
Rika
The price is £96
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

2. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
5 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,478 reviews)
"Good place to stay for a night!"
United States
Trae
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
A Menlo Park Inn building with a parking lot and a row of rooms.

3. Menlo Park Inn

Menlo Park Inn
3.0 star property
5.1 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
CHAD
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Menlo Park Inn
A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and surrounding tall trees.

4. The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
5.1 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Helpful Front desk staff and good value"
United States
Devon
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
The Palo Alto Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
7.4 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great rooms, helpful staff, affordable price"
United States
Tejas
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.

6. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
4.7 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,921 reviews)
"I really enjoyed staying here"
United States
Ian
The price is £136
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Creekside Inn
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, wooden paneling on the ceiling, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

7. Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG
2.5 star property
6.6 mi from Central Portola Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Very clean resort staff was helpful many restaurants that were very close to the hotel"
United States
Karina
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

8. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
7.6 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,470 reviews)
"Absolutely the best hotel ever!"
United States
Angelica
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.

9. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
5.2 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Megan
The price is £134
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Dinah's Garden Hotel
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

10. The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
7.9 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,499 reviews)
"Drinks at the bar were great, breakfast was delicious! Very clean, comfortable stay!"
United States
Adriana
The price is £129
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Ameswell Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

11. Atherton Park Inn & Suites

Atherton Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
6 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place/location."
United States
Marshall
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Atherton Park Inn & Suites
A spacious dining area with long tables and red chairs, large windows, and a wall with a floral mural.

12. Juniper Hotel Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton

Juniper Hotel Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
10.6 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"It was a very nice clean hotel with excellent staff."
United States
Tamy
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Juniper Hotel Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton
A modern outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, cushioned seating, and a round table.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Sunnyvale

Hilton Garden Inn Sunnyvale
3.0 star property
9.8 mi from Central Portola Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"great stay, will book again"
United States
Marco
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Sunnyvale
A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, a checkered floor, and framed pictures on the wall.

14. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
8.6 mi from Central Portola Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,130 reviews)
"Great place for the night stay!"
United States
David
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
LiA Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, sofas, and tables, surrounded by trees and a staircase leading to an upper level.

15. The Cottages Hotel

The Cottages Hotel
3.0 star property
5.3 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (624 reviews)
"Really friendly staff. Rooms were very clean. Cute & comfy place to stay."
United States
Lydia
The price is £173
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Cottages Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a large sign reading "HOTEL ARIA," a parking area, and a building with a solar panel roof.

16. Hotel Aria

Hotel Aria
2.5 star property
6.7 mi from Central Portola Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (609 reviews)
"Comfy beds Quiet rooms Breakfast- very small"
Mexico
Michael
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Aria
A hotel lobby with a large stained glass ceiling, a reception desk, and seating area.

17. The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel
3.5 star property
9.1 mi from Central Portola Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,167 reviews)
"nice stay thanks"
United States
Ria
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
The Grand Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with blue and white seating areas, surrounded by glass walls and modern lighting.

18. Aloft by Marriott Cupertino

Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
3.0 star property
10.4 mi from Central Portola Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,154 reviews)
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

19. Best Western Silicon Valley Inn

Best Western Silicon Valley Inn
2.5 star property
9.9 mi from Central Portola Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"No complaints after staying here for 5 days. Solid, clean hotel. Breakfast area was smaller than some other best westerns but still great. Helpful staff and good fitness room. Thank you for accommodating us!"
United States
Sara
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Best Western Silicon Valley Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a television, and a small plant.

20. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
2.5 star property
7.9 mi from Central Portola Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,051 reviews)
"Very beautiful property within reach to many places"
United States
Nishitha
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
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Where to stay in Central Portola Valley

Find the best Central Portola Valley areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Ladera

When in Ladera, you can plan a visit to SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Horse Park at Woodside, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westridge

While Westridge isn't home to many top sights, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Horse Park at Woodside are some notable places to visit nearby.

Portola Valley Ranch

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Portola Valley Ranch and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Fogarty Winery and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory.

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"Good breakfast and cleanliness"
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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Central Portola Valley?
The best time to go to Central Portola Valley is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November) months.

Spring in Portola Valley offers pleasant temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C, making it ideal for outdoor activities. The hillsides are lush and green after the winter rains, and wildflowers are in bloom. This is a great time for hikers and cyclists to explore the numerous trails, such as those in Windy Hill Open Space Preserve, which provide stunning views of the Silicon Valley.

Autumn also provides comfortable weather, with temperatures generally between 18°C and 28°C, and less chance of rain than in spring. The air is often clear, offering excellent visibility for enjoying the scenery. It's a superb time for those who enjoy wine tasting in the nearby Santa Cruz Mountains or simply relaxing outdoors without the heat of summer.

While summer (July and August) can be warm, with temperatures occasionally exceeding 30°C, it's still a popular time for visitors who enjoy sunny weather.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Central Portola Valley.
How much is the nightly rate at a Central Portola Valley hotel?
Hotel prices in Central Portola Valley often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.