Palo Alto, CaliforniaDowntown Palo Alto
The Westin Palo Alto
Mediterranean courtyard oasis
Downtown Palo Alto Palo Alto, California
Renovated
2021
Price
$$
Rated for
Wellness Social LocalOutside the door
The house
MarriottMediterranean courtyard oasis
Five low-rise Spanish Revival buildings enclose tranquil, fountain-studded courtyards directly across from Stanford University.
What it’s good at
Listed
A 24-hour fitness studio with Peloton bikes, dedicated yoga space, and an outdoor courtyard heated pool.
Listed
Five landscaped outdoor courtyards with fire pits, alongside California wines at Soleil Bar and Luna Lounge.
Listed
Spanish Revival architecture and palm-lined courtyards set directly opposite Stanford University's historic Palm Drive entrance.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Stanford's Palm Drive sits across the street, with Palo Alto Caltrain and University Avenue dining a short walk away.
The rooms
Interiors overlook palm courtyards, with marble bathrooms offering deep soaking tubs and glass walk-in showers.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Sun loungers and cabana seating border the heated swimming pool, set within a sunlit interior courtyard.
The whirlpool
Blue tile and a stone wall fountain surround the heated outdoor hot tub tucked into the courtyard.
The gym
Arched windows line the 24-hour fitness studio, which is equipped with Peloton bikes, TRX gear, and free weights.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Café Soleil
Marble tables and ribbed accent walls set the scene for daily buffet breakfasts and seasonal California dinners.
At the table
Soleil Bar pours regional California wines and craft cocktails across an illuminated wooden counter with green stools.
How it began
Opened in 2001 and renovated in 2021, the low-rise layout was designed around five interconnected Mediterranean garden courtyards.
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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.