Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto anchors itself at 180 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, California, 94301, in the bustling downtown corridor, a stone’s throw from Stanford University’s academic expanse. Unveiled in 2017 as part of the Nobu Hotels brand—co-founded by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Robert De Niro—this eight-story property offers 73 rooms within a $25 million development by Oracle Properties. Designed by Montalba Architects with IDEO’s tech-forward input, its 65,000-square-foot frame blends rice-paper screens and pale oak into a minimalist Japanese aesthetic. It rests 13 miles from San Jose International Airport and 0.2 miles from the Palo Alto Caltrain Station, tying it to Silicon Valley’s pulse.

Rooms prioritize efficiency, averaging 325 square feet, with floor-to-ceiling windows, Illy espresso machines, and plush bathrobes as standard. The hotel’s centerpiece, Nobu Restaurant Palo Alto, occupies the ground floor, serving signature dishes like Black Cod Miso since its debut, alongside a sushi bar and outdoor seating. Employing about 40 staff, the property runs 24/7, with a $3 million renovation in 2022 upgrading the gym with Peloton bikes and enhancing soundproofing in 50 rooms. Valet parking costs $50 daily for its 50-space capacity, reflecting its urban constraints as of February 2025.

Rooted in downtown Palo Alto, the hotel aligns with Silicon Valley’s innovation ethos, offering a tech concierge and a 1,200-square-foot meeting room installed during construction. Booking occurs via NobuHotels.com or a call to 650-666-8585, with check-in demanding identification and payment. A $50 deposit secures incidentals, and pets are barred entirely. The 2022 updates shaved water usage by 10%, per Nobu’s sustainability logs, while its location—0.9 miles from Stanford Shopping Center—links guests to local commerce and culture.

Hotel Features

• Room tally: 73 units across eight floors.
• Room classes: Deluxe kings, premier queens, ryokan-style suites with terraces.
• Room scale: Average 325 square feet; suites up to 700 square feet.
• Kitchen gear: Illy espresso machines, mini-fridges in all rooms.
• Bathrooms: Showers with Natura Bissé products, some with teak tubs.
• Tech loadout: 47-inch TVs with streaming, free Wi-Fi.
• Work setup: Live-edge desks with charging ports.
• Accessibility gear: Roll-in showers, visual alert systems in select rooms.
• Check-in slot: Opens at 3:00 PM.
• Check-out limit: Closes at 11:00 AM.
• Meeting area: 1,200 square feet, one room.
• Parking specs: Valet only, $50 daily, 50 spaces.

Amenities

• Desk operations: 24-hour staffing with tech concierge.
• Network: Free Wi-Fi across all floors.
• Gym space: 24-hour access with Peloton bikes, cardio machines.
• Dining hub: Nobu Restaurant Palo Alto, 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM; Lobby Bar with sake.
• Service scope: 24-hour room service, laundry on request.
• Extras: Onsite shop with local goods, bike rentals available.
• Security setup: Keycard locks, in-room safes, continuous monitoring.

Nearby Points of Interest

• Stanford University: 1.2 miles, a 10-minute walk; 8,180-acre research campus.
• Stanford Shopping Center: 0.9 miles, a 15-minute walk; upscale retail complex.
• Palo Alto Art Center: 1.5 miles, a five-minute drive; contemporary exhibits.
• Hoover Tower: 1.2 miles, a six-minute drive; 285-foot Stanford landmark.
• Baylands Nature Preserve: 4 miles, a 12-minute drive; 1,940-acre marshland.
• Computer History Museum: 12 miles, a 20-minute drive; tech artifact repository.
• Shoreline Amphitheatre: 11 miles, a 22-minute drive; 22,500-seat venue.
• Palo Alto Junior Museum: 1.1 miles, a four-minute drive; science exhibits.
• Downtown Menlo Park: 3 miles, a 10-minute drive; dining and shops.
• Redwood City: 7 miles, a 15-minute drive; historic downtown area.