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Cardinal Hotel vs Hotel Valencia Santana Row

Both Hotel Valencia - Santana Row and Cardinal Hotel are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Hotel Valencia - Santana Row is the choice of most professionals compared to Cardinal Hotel. Hotel Valencia - Santana Row scores 85 with recommendations from 6 sources like Travel + Leisure, Michelin Guide and Condé Nast Traveler.

Cardinal Hotel
Cardinal Hotel
7 / 10
235 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301
From $119 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Quaint hotel in the heart of downtown Palo Alto, featuring a winning combination of affordable rates and comfortable rooms, some with shared bathrooms."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Downtown, this restored, 1924 hotel oozes historic California character with its pristine Mission-style lobby." Full review
Hotel Valencia Santana Row
Hotel Valencia Santana Row
9 / 10
355 Santana Row, San Jose, CA 95128
From $135 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"San Jose's Santana Row is like a little slice of leisure in the heart of Silicon Valley."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This Spanish-inspired hotel, built around a large courtyard filled with blooming bougainvillea, takes full advantage of its stellar city and mountain views." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"While the bold eclectic design might not be to everyone’s taste, the location couldn’t be better, especially during the weekends. " Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Hotel Valencia offers attractively manicured outdoor spaces designed for lingering, including a  courtyard with three water fountains, two outdoor fire pits and comfortable seating." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
95.1
"For a "European vacation in the middle of Silicon Valley," stay at this sleek, modern hotel in the midst of the "shopping mecca" Santana Row." Full review
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