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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

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
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.

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. It’s perfect for a single person but has a queen bed, so can accommodate a couple

Palo Alto Modern Retreat
This 3 bed, 3 bath Modern craftsman in the very heart of Silicon Valley is an easy 5 minute walk to the shops, restaurants and offices that dot University Avenue in downtown Palo Alto. Arriving and departing CalTrain's Palo Alto University Avenue station is easily done with a 10 minute walk. You really don't need a car but the driveway easily handles 3 cars. Rest assured, you'll sleep in quiet comfort. ----- Note: This house has a no parties or events policy. No outdoor noise after 9:30 PM.

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.

Studio- Steps from Stanford & Close to Everything!
Steps from Stanford, just a block away, this convenient studio is perfect for executives, students or solo travelers. In the heart of Silicon Valley, near major companies (Apple, Google, Meta) and Sandhill Road, it’s a 5-min walk to California Ave, 15 min to Caltrain, and 20 min to downtown Palo Alto. Fully furnished with a queen bed + one single, high-speed WiFi, washer/dryer, and a well-equipped kitchen. Self-Check-in. Please note: the unit is in the basement, looking forward to hosting you!

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).

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.

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.

Cozy Cottage, Private Entrance
Recently built cottage with private entrance, queen bed, desk and 500 Mb/s Wifi. The private bathroom and private kitchenette are four feet from the cottage entrance. The cottage is stand-alone, and the kitchenette and bathroom have been sealed from the rest of the main house for safety. The space will be guaranteed to be unoccupied for 3 days before your checkin and thoroughly disinfected. Bedding includes a new Sealy Posturepedic box springs and mattress (firm).

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.

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.

Guesthouse in Serene Neighborhood
This bright & sunny guesthouse is located in a quiet neighborhood in the heart of Palo Alto; close to Stanford, Alphabet, Meta, Apple. This private guesthouse has a comfortable king bed; full kitchen with a selection of gourmet coffee; a cozy living with cushy sofa (full sofa bed) for you to relax and also work-space with an ergonomic chair & high-speed Wi-Fi. Self check-in upon arrival.
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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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