About this property
Located in downtown Palo Alto, at Stanford University, this boutique hotel features 37-inch flats-screen cable TVs in each room. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Each room provides a custom built bed and desk area at the Hotel Keen. They also include erasable white boards. The Keen Hotel is completely non-smoking and offers a 24-hour front desk for added convenience. Steps to Downtown Palo Alto. Amazon regional office is walking distance. Stanford University is two miles away. Bayfront Park is seven miles from Hotel Keen Palo Alto. Stanford Theatre is 2.5 miles away. This property will be undergoing heavy renovation through the end of March 2022. The property will be providing welcome bags to guests upon arrival to make up for the noise during this time.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Private parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Benedetta
Italy
“The staff was wonderful, very kind and helpful, which made my experience really positive. For instance, Dipesh.” - Mariia
United States
“Location, hotel staff, design, amenities, breakfast.” - Hsueh-ming
Taiwan
“Good location. Close to train station, restaurants, shops and Stanford Univ.” - Catherine
United Kingdom
“Great location well appointed room. Loved my stay.” - Tao
Sweden
“First night stay with a noisy room due to close to two ventilation machines in calling of neighbour building. Change to another room from 2nd night. Overall perspective satisfies with stays despite 1st night. Staffs are helpful to solve the...” - Marc
Canada
“Th location and the staff, especially Sam, were so helpful and amazing.” - Chris
Australia
“Friendly front desk staff, nice breakfast, well designed rooms.” - Sarah
United Kingdom
“Great location for Stanford University and close to several really good restaurants and shopping. Quite a nice feel to the hotel and the rooms were very clean - loved the coffee in the room and the foyer.” - John
Australia
“Great location, clean and comfortable. Although the room was smallish, it was not a problem for a number of nights” - Vivek
India
“Nice Chic hotel in a prime area downtown Palo alto”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
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
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
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.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
A damage deposit of US$30 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.