Located in Palo Alto, Cowper Inn is composed of 2 beautifully restored turn-of-the-century historical homes. One is a Victorian house and the other a Craftsman-style house. This B&B offers a daily delicious homemade breakfast and features a yoga loft and yoga/meditation classes 5 days a week. Stanford University is 5 minutes’ drive away. Cowper Inn has 16 different room accommodations, each with individual décor and style. Located apart from the 2 historical homes, the Carriage House boasts free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, a cable TV, ironing facilities and a private bathroom with Aveda toiletries. The 4 suites at Cowper Inn offer free WiFi, a cable TV and a private bathroom with Aveda toiletries. Two of the suites offer kitchenettes while the other 2 suites offer access to a full kitchen. Standard rooms are also available. Guests of this B&B can enjoy breakfast in the dining room of the corner house every morning. On weekdays breakfast is served from 07:15 to 09:00. On weekends breakfast is served from 08:00 am to 10:00. The petit déjeuner menu varies daily and includes homemade granola, organic oatmeal, eggs, omelets and scrambled eggs, French toast, waffles, pancakes, fruits, cheese and meat trays. Other breakfast items include freshly squeezed juices, locally produced organic yogurt, coffee and tea, fresh baked bread from Mayfield Bakery and an assortment of pastries from Paris Baguette. Guests of Cowper Inn can enjoy sitting outside on the two wicker-decorated porches or in the beautifully landscaped garden. The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal morning newspapers are available in the breakfast area. Guests can hire bicycles to explore the surrounding area. Free guest parking is offered on site. Mineta San José International Airport is 25 km away from Cowper Inn. San Francisco International Airport is 35 minutes’ drive away.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.7
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
10
High score for Palo Alto
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  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Charming small hotel in heart of down town Palo Alto. So refreshing versus the modern characterless hotels elsewhere in the city
  • Berna
    Turkey Turkey
    I stayed there for 15 days. It was a wonderful place to stay at Palo Alto. It was really comfortable, clean and very well equipped. Great location. Hugo was an amazing owner! He is so kind and helpful. Strongly recommended, I would definitely...
  • Magdalena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    this place oozes charm! I loved the atmosphere and the comfort. the home-like vibe makes you feel like you actually live in Palo Alto. the location is superb for the town and Stanford Uni and campus. there was great coffee in the room and it was...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Cowper Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Cowper Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:30

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
US$20 per child, per night
Cot upon request
US$30 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$20 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Cowper Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Cowper Inn

  • Room options at Cowper Inn include:

    • Single
    • Suite

  • The prices at Cowper Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Cowper Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cowper Inn is 950 yards from the centre of Palo Alto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Cowper Inn is from 13:30, and check-out is until 11:00.