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HOTEL KEEN, Palo Alto – Your ideal downtown stay
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425 High Street,
Palo Alto,
California,
United States,
94301,
California
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425 High Street,
Palo Alto,
California,
United States,
94301,
California
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425 High Street,
Palo Alto,
California,
United States,
94301,
California
City landmarks
Museum
Cantor Arts Center
1.1
mi
Shopping Area
Stanford Shopping Center
3200 ft
University
Stanford University
1.3
mi
Museum
Hewlett Packard Garage
3900 ft
80 Willow Rd
Sunset Magazine Headquarters and Gardens
2700 ft
Museum Way
Rodin Sculpture Garden
1.1
mi
351 Homer Ave
Museum of American Heritage
2600 ft
Gallery
Allied Arts Guild
4500 ft
601-699 Gilman St
Farmers' markets
2200 ft
300 El Camino Real
Pace Art and Technology
3500 ft
Bryant Street
Professorville
3400 ft
Mall
Town & Country Village
2700 ft
Church
Memorial Church
1.3
mi
Museum
Anderson Collection at Stanford University
4400 ft
800 Middle Ave
Nealon Park
1.2
mi
Tower
Hoover Tower
1.1
mi
Park
Burgess Park
1.4
mi
1431 Waverley St
Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center
1.1
mi
117 Palo Alto Ave
El Palo Alto Park
2200 ft
Gallery
Palo Alto Art Center
1.4
mi
1451 Middlefield Rd
Junior Museum & Zoo
1.1
mi
Zoo
Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo
1.4
mi
Gallery
Thomas Welton Stanford Art Gallery
1.2
mi
Santa Cruz Ave & University Dr
Fremont Park
4600 ft
351 Lausen Street
Frost Amphitheater
5100 ft
Park
Rinconada Park
1.2
mi
Lomita Dr
Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden
1.5
mi
Garden
Stanford Arizona Garden
1.1
mi
Nearby
south side of the mausoleum off of Quarry Road between Campus Drive and Arboretum Road
Arizona Garden
1400 ft
Store
Whole Foods Market
1700 ft
Restaurants
Gelato Classico
700 ft
435 Emerson St
Subway
500 ft
205 University Avenue
Pizza My Heart
700 ft
220 University Ave
Fraiche Yogurt
1300 ft
200 Hamilton Avenue
Curry Up Now
1700 ft
321 Hamilton Ave
New York New York
1700 ft
125 University Ave Ste 190
The Prolific Oven Bakery & Cafe
1800 ft
550 Waverley St
Chipotle Mexican Grill
2700 ft
180 El Camino Real Ste 15A
Sushirrito
2100 ft
448 University Ave
Peet's Coffee & Tea
1900 ft
436 University Ave
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
84%
loved it & would return
friendly staff
great downtown location
limited dining choices
cramped room layout
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.0
Location
8.3
Service
8.3
Dining
6.7
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 3 reviews
8.5
8.5/10 based on 188 reviews
Patrick
United States,
December
2023
7.0/10
Hotel Keen offers a cozy stay with very friendly service and a prime downtown location, although the rooms lack spaciousness and ease of movement. The dining options are basic but convenient, and the overall value for money is satisfactory.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms provide limited space, making it a bit challenging to maneuver, but are suitable for storing cases and clothes for shorter stays.
Service
9.0
The staff at Hotel Keen is exceptionally hospitable and helpful, ensuring a pleasant experience for guests.
Location
8.0
The prime downtown location of the hotel makes it ideal for exploring Palo Alto, with convenient access to restaurants, cafes, and shopping centers.
Dining
5.0
The dining options are limited but serve basic meals, offering convenience for a quick bite.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provides essential facilities and services, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.
friendly staff
limited dining choices
Michael
United States,
June
2023
8.4/10
The hotel is in a convenient downtown location, allowing easy access to Stanford and various restaurants. The rooms, though small, are exceptionally clean and offer most essential amenities. The service was welcoming, but there were issues with additional fees not disclosed upfront. The breakfast exceeded expectations with a wide variety of choices. The location is ideal for exploring the area, close to public transportation and dining options.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms, although on the smaller side, were very clean and had most necessities you would need.
Service
7.0
The service was very welcoming and helpful, although there were unexpected fees not clearly stated in advance.
Location
9.0
The hotel is situated in a great downtown location, close to Stanford and various dining options.
Dining
9.0
The breakfast selection was carefully chosen and impressive, offering a wide array of options.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well-kept and provided a comfortable stay.
Theodore
United States,
May
2023
7.4/10
The hotel is conveniently located in downtown Palo Alto, making it an ideal spot for visiting Stanford University. The rooms are small but clean and comfortable, perfect for a short stay. The service was friendly and helpful, ensuring a pleasant experience. However, the noisy club nearby can be a downside for light sleepers.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are small but clean and comfortable, suitable for a short stay.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and helpful during my stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is great for downtown Palo Alto and Stanford University.
Dining
6.0
The dining options are limited but satisfactory for a quick bite.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities for a comfortable stay.
Clean
Small rooms
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