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Palo Alto vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 147 per night before taxes and fees

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110 properties feature pools

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370 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
720 of Palo Alto vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Palo Alto rentals

4.8 Average rating
Palo Alto stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Palo Alto's top spots, include Googleplex, Stanford University, and Computer History Museum
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Palo Alto
Guests agree: these family-friendly homes are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

Steps from Stanford - Charming Guest House
Discover your perfect retreat a block from Stanford University, tucked away on a tranquil, tree-lined street in Palo Alto. Newly constructed, single-level guesthouse offers privacy, set discreetly at the rear of our property. You'll find yourself within a leisurely stroll minutes from restaurants, grocery stores, and shops. Easy access to 101 and 280 fwys. This haven is within walking distance to Caltrain CA Ave station, as well as stops for Stanford's complimentary Marguerite Shuttle service.

King-Size Luxury Near Stanford in a Modern 1-BR
Welcome to our newly updated one-bedroom apartment located just 2 miles away from Stanford. This luxurious apartment features a king-size bed, a 55" 4K TV, and fast Wi-Fi to ensure you have a comfortable stay. Whether you're visiting Stanford or the Meta headquarters for a short-term business trip or a long-term stay, our centrally located apartment offers the perfect combination of comfort and convenience. We prioritize exceptional service and hospitality, and we're excited to host you soon!

ADU studio unit in a 2/3 acre Spanish mansion
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish beautiful mansion. An independent front ADU studio in a brand new modern Spanish style mansion in a 2/3 acre lot in Atherton with completely separate entrance and huge front yard with oak trees and fountain. Only 0.5 mile to 101 freeway and 1 mile to train station, near many high tech companies. A stylish welcoming king bed full Kitchenette large fridge large stove oven range microwave and in the unit washer dryer. Central AC and heat, internet & TV.

Peaceful Master Suite perfect for You
This is our serene master suite upstairs in our house in the Evergreen neighborhood, perfect for short term or long term stays. Side entrance leads to private kitchenette, and upstairs is the private loft, master room, bathroom. no stove, fireplace, laundry, or dishwasher but pretty much everything else you may think of. Stanford university, Cal Ave dining, Evergreen Park, and The Cal Train station are all literally within a 7 minute walk from here (along with a laundromat, gas station).

Paradise Treehouse & Heavenly Cabin
A soulful and energetic paradise. Beautiful, private, peaceful & wild surroundings complimented with modern luxuries and comfort. A stunning, unique, & unrivaled experience sure to impact you deeply. Soak in the outdoor tub while you plan your next adventure. Just minutes from the beach, amazing hiking, views and biking. Outfitted with organic latex mattresses, down comforters, top of the line appliances, smoking fast internet and a spectacular wifi sound system with world class acoustics.

Luxury Silicon Valley Wellness and Work Oasis
Ideal for guests attending matches at Levi’s Stadium, business travelers, couples, and nature lovers, while staying in a quiet residential setting. Peaceful upscale exclusive use 1,500 sq ft Los Altos Hills retreat beside Rancho San Antonio Preserve. Private trail access. Fast fiber Wi-Fi, workspace, fireplace, sauna, pool table, full kitchen, plush queen bed. Year-round hot tub, BBQ patio, saline pool. Minutes to Stanford, Los Altos, Palo Alto, and major tech campuses, dining and shops.

Private Studio Apartment with private entrance.
Apartment has private entrance (self check-in), private bathroom, queen bed, desk, dresser, and kitchenette (fridge, microwave, electric kettle, Keurig, drip coffee maker, dishes, utensils). I can provide access to a full kitchen by prior arrangement. Apartment has ample storage (full walk-in closet) making extended visits very comfortable. For visits over 1 week, washer and dryer may be used. Location is walking distance to downtown Palo Alto, Stanford, Caltrain, and the bus hub.

Chic & Private Cottage on Mini Urban Farm
Feel right at home in this chic, private cottage in a rustic setting—a former Airbnb Plus listing! Relax amongst MCM furniture, luxurious bedding, fully-stocked kitchen, private patio with grill, and lush backyard. Ideal for families, friends, or business travelers. Convenient to Stanford Univ. and Hospital, and tech companies. Enjoy fresh eggs from our chickens when in season, and your choice of breakfast items for your first morning. Private entrance and off-street parking.

Perfect Location, walk to all Palo Alto venues
Very nice, remodeled 700 Sq. ft. Mid-Century Modern condominium in the heart of Palo Alto. One large bedroom, one bathroom, well stocked kitchen with all new appliances, lovely private back patio area...all this and only a 3 block walk to University Ave (fabulous restaurants & shopping), 3 minute walk to CalTrain, 10 minute walk to the Stanford Campus (or take Stanford Shuttle just 2 blocks away)! No need to drive although space for 2 cars, one undercover.

Charming 2BR Apartment near tech Giants & Stanford
Welcome to our Luxurious 2 bedroom located in Menlo Park! Our unit is situated in the luxurious Anton Menlo Apartments, which boasts a range of amenities for our guests to enjoy during their stay. Our unit features a spacious and fully furnished living area, two comfortable bedrooms, a pair of modern bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen with all the necessary appliances and cookware to prepare your favorite meals.

Guest House in the Woods
Our guest house is located close to La Honda and Woodside in the North Santa Cruz Mountains. Located in the Redwood forest and looks down onto a beautiful creek from a lovely deck. There are many open space hiking and biking trails within a short drive, and the beach. 5 miles from Alice's Resturant. San Francisco and Santa Cruz are easily accessible. The house has vaulted ceilings and a full kitchen, and laundry.

Quaint Cottage Near Downtown Palo Alto
This charming, quiet 2-story cottage includes a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and spacious common room with a couch, working desk, fast wifi and a large flat-screen TV. Located in a family-friendly neighborhood in Menlo Park, you'll enjoy your own private space with a separate entrance and tranquil, sunny patio area. The cottage is nestled in the rear of our backyard, detached from the main house.
Popular amenities for Palo Alto family-friendly rentals
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When is the best time to visit Palo Alto?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,025 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,058 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,072 | ﺩ.ﺇ 973 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,043 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,186 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,127 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,072 | ﺩ.ﺇ 981 | ﺩ.ﺇ 973 | ﺩ.ﺇ 951 | ﺩ.ﺇ 988 |
| Avg. temp | 10°C | 12°C | 13°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 20°C | 20°C | 20°C | 18°C | 13°C | 10°C |
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