Charleston Gardens Palo Alto, California
Renovated
2021
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Wellness SocialOutside the door
Sustainable California outpost
Playful citrus accents, whimsical art, and curvy bouclé seating give this eco-conscious Silicon Valley retreat an airy, relaxed feel.
What it’s good at
Notable
Eco-conscious interiors blend recycled terrazzo surfaces, cork flooring, curvy bouclé seating, and playful bursts of citrus color.
Listed
A heated outdoor saline dipping pool pairs with a fitness studio equipped with Peloton bikes.
Listed
Wild Onion Bistro opens onto a sunny courtyard patio with fire pits and communal lounge tables.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set on San Antonio Road near the Mountain View border, the hotel sits two miles from concerts at Shoreline Amphitheatre.
The rooms
Earth-toned spaces pair cork and bamboo flooring with recycled terrazzo bathrooms, while select rooms feature stepped-back balconies.
The gym
Bring a swimsuit.
The 24-hour gym has Peloton bikes and TRX equipment, and complimentary cruiser bikes are parked out front.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Wild Onion Bistro & Bar
The restaurant serves seasonal California dishes, with glass doors opening onto an outdoor patio with fire pits.
How it began
Lacking regional historic architecture for inspiration, the 2021 design brief focused entirely on sustainable materials and socially responsible building practices.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.