Portola Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Where to stay in Portola Valley

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Ladera

When in Ladera, you can plan a visit to SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Stanford Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ladera
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Westridge

While Westridge isn't home to many top sights, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Horse Park at Woodside are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westridge
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Central Portola Valley

While there might not be top attractions in Central Portola Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stanford Stadium and Stanford Shopping Center.

Central Portola Valley
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Portola Valley Ranch

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Portola Valley Ranch and surrounding area, you can visit SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Horse Park at Woodside.

Portola Valley Ranch
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA
The price is AU$215 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$215
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,802 reviews)
"The location is perfect and close to everything."

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
The price is AU$170 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,559 reviews)
"Friendly people and good food"

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport, an IHG Hotel
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
The price is AU$170 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,669 reviews)
"Love this property"

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
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Family-friendly 3BR resort experience on quiet vineyard near Stanford/Palo Alto
Family-friendly 3BR resort experience on quiet vineyard near Stanford/Palo Alto
Portola Valley
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Portola Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a sauna. Our guests praise the property condition in ...
10/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Perfect
"We had a fantastic stay. The rental, the property, the amenities and the location are all fantastic. This is a perfect space for a family, with everything you need (cooking supplies, etc.) plus lot's of bonuses (beautiful hiking trails steps from the driveway, fun activities on property, and tons ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jan. 2025

Family-friendly 3BR resort experience on quiet vineyard near Stanford/Palo Alto
Global Luxury Suites at Mountain View
Global Luxury Suites at Mountain View
4 out of 5
1720 El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Mountain View. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (177 reviews)
"Garbage disposal did not work.subtle rumbling all day and night- off and in. Not sure if it was trucks outside, the elevator or garbage shire. Not noticeable with tv on, but noticeable at night. Electronic locks were confusing."

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024

Global Luxury Suites at Mountain View
Kasa University-Airport Santa Clara
Kasa University-Airport Santa Clara
4 out of 5
588 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Clara. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions SAP Center at ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
"Everything was amazing!! We will definitely come back!!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2024

Kasa University-Airport Santa Clara
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Horse Park at Woodside

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Horse Park at Woodside, a lovely green space in Portola Valley. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Horse Park at Woodside

Thomas Fogarty Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Thomas Fogarty Winery during your travels to Portola Valley. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Thomas Fogarty Winery

Cities near Portola Valley

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