Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Palo Alto

We found John’s place to be quiet with no traffic at all. We approached the washer & dryer. When asked, John quickly brought us an iron and ironing board. We felt fortunate to be there.

Great place to stay. Beautiful home with a lot of amenities.

A large and quiet old house that is nicely renovated. Comfortable bed. The host communicated super efficiently.

This was my second time staying here, and it continued to be an excellent experience all around. Very clean and cozy. Perfectly located for accessing Stanford. Comfortable bed. Great, new appliances for meeting all your needs. And a seamless check in and communication experience with the hosts. Strongly recommend.

For a solo traveler like me, this was a perfect place, especially the location. Walking distance to Stanford campus; nearby shops and restaurants. I didn't need a car from this location. There is also a nearby laundromat and market.

Comfortable mattress. Great water pressure in shower, great water temperature. Clean kitchen with new appliances. Ice maker and fridge w/ filtered water dispenser. Cute private back patio. Convenient in-unit laundry. Safe, quiet, walkable location, minutes to highway. Walkable to grocery store, restaurants, and minutes to Stanford. Kitchen dishware could be more plentiful, but we ordered in mostly. Hassle free hostess with quick and easy check-out instructions. Ample, free, off-street parking in private lot directly out front. Spacious studio as seen in photos. Great value.

Clean and quiet space. Qing was very accommodating when our flight home got cancelled with the CrowdStrike outage shortly before checkout and let us stay a bit longer to figure out rebooking.

Wonderful weekend escape in a quiet safe neighborhood close to a park and within walking distance of university Avenue and campus. Well designed space that gave our family of four plenty of room.

We had a fantastic stay at Anna’s place. The location is unbeatable—right at Stanford’s doorstep and just a short walk from the field where I could go for a run. The apartment is spacious and well-equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The furnishings are high-quality and thoughtfully chosen; I especially appreciated the soft cotton sheets, the comfortable bed, and the spacious deck for enjoying the outdoors. Anna was a wonderful host—responsive, helpful, and kind. This place is truly a gem!

Michelle was a very proactive host. Space is clean, neat and as pictured. Was great alternative to hotel for a conference trip. Would stay again.

Loved the place, location and the host was very communicative and helpful!

We were almost sorry to stay for only two nights. The place is just about perfect, with an exceptionally well-equipped kitchen and any amenity you might need (possible exception is a/c, but it wasn’t very warm during our stay). The traffic died down at night , making it a quiet place to sleep. Particularly nice is the immediate proximity of the bay tail: perfect for a morning run or an evening stroll. Oriel was very proactive communicating, and we never had any uncertainty about anything. Highly recommended: we would stay there again anytime!

Nice, clean and well-equipped apartment within walking distance of convention center. Cecilia is very quick in responding to any small issues there might be.

The cozy casita was absolutely amazing. It was perfect for my weekend getaway. I had plans in emeryville it was very close. The details of the casita were well thought out. I felt the love that was put in. Would definitely stay again.

This was the a great place to stay for a short work trip. The unit is a first floor private studio apartment with its own private bathroom and kitchen in a small apartment building. There is controlled access to the overall building as well as a key to the room. It is convenient walking distance from everything on Castro as well as the Caltrain station. As others mention, the main drawback was the noise, but I actually found it easier to sleep that way. The kitchen is stocked with some basic food items and breakfast like bagels, yogurt, fruit, coffee pods. It is an older building and unit that I thought had character. Very clean and comfortable.

Great place for my 1 year old and I to stay while visiting friends and family in the bay.

Perfect stay in Palo Alto! The place was very comfortable and spacious in a peaceful area and in walking distance from the town. We really enjoyed our time there and April and the team were super helpful and responsive to any questions or needs.

I recently had the pleasure of staying at an apartment in Santa Row, San Jose, and it was nothing short of fantastic! This vibrant area is a true gem for anyone looking to experience the best of what the city has to offer. First and foremost, the shopping options are outstanding. Santa Row is home to a variety of upscale shops and boutiques, making it a shopper's paradise. Whether you're looking for high-end fashion, unique gifts, or the latest tech gadgets, you'll find it all within walking distance. The convenience of having such a diverse selection of stores right at your doorstep is a huge plus. Speaking of walkability, the area is incredibly pedestrian-friendly. Strolling through Santa Row, you’ll find beautifully landscaped streets, making it a joy to explore on foot. The proximity of cafes, restaurants, and entertainment venues means you can easily grab a bite or enjoy a drink without needing to drive. This makes it particularly appealing for tourists and locals alike.

Very convenient location, easy walk to UC Berkeley. Even though it's near a busy intersection, it felt very quiet and peaceful. The unit is much more spacious than I was anticipating and it was nice to have a complete kitchen. Al is a very kind and responsive host. I would definitely recommend!

Very happy with the stay. Nader was communicative, location was safe and location great to airport and city. Would definitely stay here and recommend this place!

Amy met me to give me the keys and walked me through the condo to explain everything. It was a very personal approach. She also reached out to me the first morning to make sure everything was to my satisfaction. Everything was spotless and very high end. The place was very quiet and peaceful. I especially enjoyed the patio. I would highly recommend Amy's place to anyone looking for a base to enjoy San Francisco. I intend to stay again the next time I need a place in San Francisco for a few days.

We had a fantastic time. The view was second to none, with easy access to the beach and restaurants. Kitchen was clean and had everything we needed. Great coffee shop within walking distance (albeit with a decent hill). We happened to stay when whales were just off the coast and saw them from the shore. Could not have asked for a better day. For those with mobility issues - you do need to climb about 10 narrow steps to get to the tram, which lets you skip the rest of the stairs. But there is no way around those first steps. Would absolutely come back.

Perfect place to stay in Alameda with young kids! Kimberly’s condo had a pack and play, highchair, and even toys for my young children to play with. The walk in closet was a great space to put the pack and play to add some separation for nap and overnight sleep. Would definitely stay here again.

We had a great stay. The home is lovely and the area is very walkable with lots of restaurants and shops accessible.