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"Hidden Gem" on University Ave downtown Palo Alto.

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, computer monitors
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Palo Alto, CA
  • Stanford Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Stanford University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Stanford University Medical Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Hidden Gem" on University Ave downtown Palo Alto.

Beautifully decorated for your enjoyment and an unbeaten location on University Avenue in Palo Alto, in the heart of Silicon Valley. This one bedroom apartment is designed for the busy Executive or World Traveler. It is clean, functional, quiet, modern, attractive and comes with a free private garage.

Free public transportation right on University Avenue. However if you prefer to drive your own car, the apartment also offers you the luxury of a medium sized parking garage for your exclusive use.

All this and more makes this place a real "gem".
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine and balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • 6 minutes by car from Stanford University and 8 minutes from Googleplex

Property manager

Ana Luisa

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
A "hidden Gem" in University Ave Palo Alto
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"Hidden Gem" on University Ave downtown Palo Alto. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Met our needs
This rental met our needs for the few days we were in town to visit family at Stanford Hospital. Very clean, updated, lovely apartment in walking distance of restaurants and coffee cafes in Palo Alto. There's a peaceful backyard with chairs. There are stairs, but we didn't mind because we've encountered this at rentals in cities with limited land like Hawaii.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gigliola S.

Liked: Cleanliness
About "Hidden Gem"
The communication with the manager of the property was excellent and she accommodated us in any way possible. The apartment was very clear, the kitchen well appointed and it was easy to park. Unfortunately the washing and dryer were in a separate location and we needed quarters for it. The place was not cheap at all, so for that kind of rent one is not prepared to have to get quarters at Safeway to be able to do laundry. Of course this is not something the manager of the property can control, but the owner of the property should do better!
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W., Bend, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Well-maintained, comfortable apartment
The apartment was very clean. It is well supplied with nice towels and linens. Heat and A/C systems are older but seem to work well. Furnishings are nice and comfortable. TV system works well (if you follow instructions). It is possible to hear neighbors on each side and down below, but the level of sound was tolerable. Walking access to University Ave. is convenient - most restaurants and coffee places are within a 5- to 10-minute walk. We were able to park in the driveway (near the fence) without a problem. Owner is responsive and helpful. Would be happy staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Access to Stanford Medical
I was undergoing heart surgery at Stanford and needed a place where my wife could stay comfortably and have easy access. This unit was just perfect. Set back from the street, it was dead quiet at night. It was comfortable and well appointed. We could not have asked for more. .
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Norm B.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jay G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant & well-located
This is a pleasant apartment and well-located near downtown Palo Alto. Unfortunately, the communications with the owner left quite a lot to be desired. We got check-in instructions very late on the day of arrival -- and not through the VRBO app (the excuse was "technical" issues). Only then did we learn that the laundry is not in the unit and requires quarters to operate (a fact that really should be included in the property listing). We had already been on the road several days and were counting on doing laundry that night, so I had to go out late in the evening and find a store that could exchange bills for several dollars worth of quarters. We also found that the TV wasn't working. The property doesn't have cable/satellite and instead uses YouTube TV (another fact that really should be part of the property description), and that service wasn't logged in properly. It took multiple texts, three phone calls and more than 24 hours to get it fixed.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elliot S., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Was great for work + personal needs
Great property a block from all the restaurant and shops. Accurate ad and swift communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P., Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay at hidden gem
Owner was responsive to all my questions especially when I had trouble locating property since it is behind another house with the apartment number not visible from the street. Ana Luisa was also accomodating when I requested a later check out time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very quiet
Great location in Palo Alto. Close to many restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Calvin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, clean and modern
Nice place, clean, well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
Such a great long weekend away. Loved being able to walk everywhere, and would definitely stay here again. The delivery of bagels in the morning was so sweet. I couldn't eat them because I'm gluten free, but my son really enjoyed them and took the leftovers back to SF when he left. Thanks for a wonderful, comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edwina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Apartment was clean, quiet and just like in the pictures. We didn’t meet Ana Luisa but she seems very sweet and and was very responsive,. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yaron P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Palo Alto
Stayed a week in this apartment. Description was 100% accurate. Nice well appointed unit in super location. Close to downtown PA and to 101 freeway. Driveway to parking is a bit of a challenge, but you get used to this quickly. Ana Luisa was a great host, very responsive. So satisfied we booked it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
Great place for two with all the comforts of home!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and quiet
A great little apartment if you prefer to cook when traveling. The kitchen was very well equipped. The space was well laid out and comfortable. No outside space available but bright and airy during the day.
Stayed 19 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., Santa Fe

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
The property has everything you need... it's clean, cute, and convenient. We will definitely stay here in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
The place looks as good as it does in the photos. It also has the little things like tea, water boiler, Brita water filter, and an extra monitor made the stay extra great, especially while WFH. Great communication with Ana Luisa. Thanks for a pleasant stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Casey M., McMinnville

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & Clean, Close to Downtown PA
My wife & I stayed in this apartment in June 2020 for 6 nights while we were visiting family in the area. The apartment was very clean and well furnished. It is on University Ave, but set well back from the street so it was very quiet and secluded. Location is great...easy walking distance to downtown Palo Alto and fairly close to Hwy 101 when one needs to get on the freeway. Ana Luisa was very responsive and easy to work with, answering questions quickly and offering suggestions. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

MEI LING C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Retreat
The apartment was impeccable, very nicely decorated and furnished. The owner was readily available and accomodating. We look forward to staying at this location whenever we are in the area.
Stayed 16 nights in May 2020

6/10 Okay

Sven-Erik S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Central Palo Alto April 2022
From the original introduction on VRBO's webpage I got the destinct impression I was renting a small house. Large was my suprise, when I found, it was an apartment in a back building - one floor up via one of two very narrow staircases. For 85 year year old man it is not a joy to carry heavy suitcases up one of the these. In addition the parking situation is atrocious. Too many cars on too little space. We were disappointed.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2022