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Downtown Palo Alto Gem! Cute, Spotless Guest House

Stroll two blocks to University Avenue for a coffee or a bite

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available

Explore the area

Palo Alto, CA

Stanford Shopping Center
‪14 min walk‬
Stanford University
‪3 min drive‬
Stanford University Medical Center
‪4 min drive‬
San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Studio and work space

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Spa-like bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

About this property

Downtown Palo Alto Gem! Cute, Spotless Guest House

We invite you to stay in our private, remodeled guest house. It's an easy walk to the restaurants and shops on University Avenue, in a safe and sought-after neighborhood in Downtown Palo Alto.

The guest house was recently renovated and has a gorgeous bay window, air conditioning, two skylights, and a spa-like bathroom. We pride ourselves in keeping it absolutely spotless.

The studio cottage is 200 square feet -- perfect for a single person or a couple visiting the area.

PALO ALTO BREEZE HOUSE
Enjoy the guest house's bright, clean and minimal vibe. We've created a hotel-like atmosphere that has everything you need for a perfect visit to Palo Alto.

Guests rave about the large, serene shower with multiple shower heads and skylight. We offer guests blazing fast internet (800+ Mbps), a work desk, and a Herman Miller chair. We also recently installed A/C for your comfort on warm days. We provide a parking pass for free, unlimited street parking.

*** Please note that the guest house has a coffee maker and mini fridge but no kitchen. There are plenty of great cafes and restaurants walking distance on University Avenue and at Town and Country Shopping Center.

Property manager

Arden Stays

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Palo Alto

University South, a neighbourhood in Palo Alto, is home to this cottage. Stanford Theatre and Hoover Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Twin Creeks Sports Complex. Check out an event or a game at Levi's Stadium, and consider making time for California's Great America, a top attraction not to be missed.

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Palo Alto, CA

What's nearby

Stanford Stadium - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Stanford Shopping Center - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Stanford University - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Stanford University Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

Palo Alto Station - 14 min walk
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪Telefèric Barcelona - ‬10 min walk
‪Ramen Nagi - ‬7 min walk
‪Philz Coffee - ‬9 min walk
‪Douce France - ‬11 min walk
‪Boba Guys - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Palo Alto Gem! Cute, Spotless Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Palo Alto Gem! Cute, Spotless Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Palo Alto Gem! Cute, Spotless Guest House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Palo Alto Gem! Cute, Spotless Guest House located?

Located in University South, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Stanford Theatre and within 3 miles (5 km) of Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center. Stanford University Arboretum and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo are also within 1 mile (2 km). Palo Alto Station is 14 minutes by foot and California Ave Station is 28 minutes.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

18 Aug, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place. Very clean, comfy bed, and great location. We will stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee P.

21 Mar, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

So much better than a hotel. Felt like home & wonderful hosts. Price is exceptional and the neighborhood very walkable and safe.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brack H.

2 Feb, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick trip to Palo Alto

My wife and I needed a place close to Stanford and Menlo Park for a family event - the property was perfect for our trip. Comfortable, clean, quiet and just a few blocks from terrific coffee, restaurants and shops.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

8 Nov, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Lovely property.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

2 Dec, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little studio with a great location

The property was just as advertised. Suited our needs perfectly and was just a lovely location to walk around and enjoy Palo Alto.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

BROOKS

10 Dec, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Worked well for us as a base while visiting family in the area.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti & Craig B.

10 Jan, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful stay 5 nights

Cozy, quiet, well-supplied, friendly, responsive, helpful owner - great bed, electronics. Reasonable rate. We’ll be there again.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Çiğdem A.

17 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great experience

We had a great stay! The check-in and check-out process was seamless, and the neighborhood was lovely—quiet yet within walking distance to restaurants and public transportation. Communication with the host was excellent; they responded promptly to any questions we had.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

12 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, convenient and cozy

Cozy space extremely close to downtown Palo Alto. Fantastic hosts, and a great spot with easy access to everything on the peninsula. Neighborhood is great, and check-in/check-out process was a breeze.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni G.

11 Mar, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place, perfect stay

Wonderful property and location. Clean, lovely, easy check-in/out, accurately described. The host and overall experience were fantastic, and I would definitely recommend. I hope to be back again sometime! :)

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

31 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!!

This cozy, affordable place had everything we needed for our stay. The location was within walking distance of downtown and Stanford University. The AC was great too. They provided shampoo, conditioner, charging cords, Keurig with complimentary coffee and to-go cups!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

2 May, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, safe, and well-appointed

This freestanding guest suite is in the back of a house in a very quiet neighborhood very close to downtown Palo Alto. It was a very easy walk from the Palo Alto CalTrain platform. The room is luxurious, and the hosts have included several comforts and conveniences for their guests, including a coffee maker, hair dryer, extra pillows, and excellent internet access via wifi. There's a roomy bathroom with a very comfortable shower. No train or street noise at all. I slept very well! The host was quick to help when I got slightly lost on the way. 10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene B.

6 Mar, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

I LOVED staying in this little cottage. Everything was so carefully thought out and well-designed. The bed was really comfortable. The linens were lovely; everything was spanking clean. It was really easy to communicate with the host. The neighborhood is charming and QUIET and full of big trees and if you’re interested in early 20th century domestic architecture you’ll have a feast walking around. There are plenty of outlets and Wi-Fi that easily works and even hooks in all the places you would want them. Plus a large umbrella which was perfect in the rain. I love the desk by the window and would definitely stay here again. It’s indeed small and probably best for one person. As in the description there is no kitchen, but there is a little refrigerator and Whole Foods is about a six minute walk away so easy to have the (cold) food one might wish for. (Also a Peets right next door to WF). The one thing I was surprised not to find was a an electric water kettle, and some cups. I really would have enjoyed a cup of hot tea during the rain. (LOVED the little skylights w the sun coming in and the rain coming down.) All in all: a delightful experience ! An excellent retreat. Many thanks.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

10 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

HomeAway

Very nice (but small) property centrally located in residential area 1/2 mile from center of Palo Alto and 1.5-2 miles from Stanford. Owner very helpful and communicated frequently.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

25 Sept, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

Clean, comfortable space located within walking distance to all that Palo Alto has to offer. Unit is very well appointed with all the necessities. Check in was super easy and host was very helpful! Great for solo travelers or couples

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Arden Stays

Hey there! I've traveled to over 30 countries and love the unique perspectives that traveling gives us. That passion inspired me to start Arden Stays, a small property management company where we focus on creating memorable stays for our guests.

Whether you're relaxing on the beaches of Maui or exploring the charm of Palo Alto, we put genuine care into every detail of your visit. We can't wait to welcome you and help make your stay spectacular!

Why they chose this property

We live on the property and love it in Palo Alto. It's the perfect mix of things for our family.

What makes this property unique

We respond quickly and have the best, most thorough cleaners imaginable!

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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Reviews

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Studio and work space

1 bathroom

Spa-like bathroom

Spaces

About this property

Downtown Palo Alto Gem! Cute, Spotless Guest House

Property manager

Languages

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Have a question?

Similar properties

1.7 miles from Stanford University

1.7 miles from Stanford University

House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

About the area

Palo Alto

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

Exceptional

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8.0/10

10/10

8.0/10

10/10

10/10

10/10

10/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Becky W.

10/10 Excellent

Lee P.

Great Place!

Lee P.

10/10 Excellent

Brack H.

Quick trip to Palo Alto

Brack H.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Kathryn

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Perfect little studio with a great location

Greg C.

10/10 Excellent

BROOKS

BROOKS

10/10 Excellent

Patti & Craig B.

Delightful stay 5 nights

Patti & Craig B.

10/10 Excellent

Çiğdem A.

great experience

Çiğdem A.

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Clean, convenient and cozy

Adam K.

10/10 Excellent

Toni G.