A Keen Sense of Style

Hotel Keen is a contemporary landmark at the center of a Palo Alto landscape buzzing with high-tech energy and creativity. It’s a place where the Stanford campus and the bistros, cafés, and fashionable restaurants of University Avenue can be reached with just a short walk, and the corporations and start-ups of Sand Hill Road and Silicon Valley are accessed within minutes.

Hotel Keen… A place like no other in the heart of Palo Alto.

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Why Stay at Hotel Keen?

  • Downtown Palo Alto hotel near Stanford University 
  • Steps from University Avenue restaurants, shops & nightlife 
  • Ideal for Stanford visits, business travel & campus tours 
  • Complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi & bike rental
  • Boutique hotel in the heart of Silicon Valley
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Rooms

Sophisticated Style with Thoughtful Amenities

Our 41 guest rooms and single Wellness Studio were designed with a simple, functional European-style game plan featuring clean lines, intricate details, and sophisticated furnishings.

 

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FREE PARKING EVERY WEEKEND

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A Keen Fall Getaway

Fall into savings at Hotel Keen and enjoy 20% off your stay. From seasonal events and visits to Stanford University to shopping and dining on University Avenue, experience the best of Palo Alto just steps from the hotel.

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Free Ride Package

Whether you're going to a Stanford athletics game, concert, dining out, or enjoying nearby entertainment, make the most of your Palo Alto experience with a stay at Hotel Keen, plus get a $50 rideshare credit to ensure a safe ride to and from your destination.

Our Free Ride package includes:

  • Overnight stay
  • $50 promotional rideshare credit 

Offer is valid for stays through September 14, 2026. Enjoy all the entertainment that Silicon Valley has to offer with a comfortable stay at Hotel Keen and easy transportation.

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Stay Longer, Save More

The longer you stay, the more you save at Hotel Keen. Book your next trip and save 25% on 3 nights or more when you pay in advance. Plus guests get free breakfast and Nespresso coffee, free Wi-Fi, and plush amenities. Book your trip now for a comfortable and convenient stay in Palo Alto.  

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Rates from $149
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Wine Reception

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DAILY BREAKFAST

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Plush Comfort

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In-Room Entertainment

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24-hour Nespresso

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Pure Convenience

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Group Rooms

Reserve group room blocks up to 20 Rooms

Need to book multiple rooms? Complete a request using the link below and receive exclusive group room rates. Unfortunately, we do not have meeting space but are happy to accommodate group room requests.

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