Palo Alto, CA – October 14, 2021 – In partnership with Ferrado, el PRADO Hotel announces the grand opening of its new Spanish-inspired luxury property in the heart of downtown Palo Alto. The reflagged independent hotel and vibrant destination, formerly known as the Garden Court Hotel, features 62 guestrooms, ample indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, and delicious seasonal food and beverage offerings in inviting new spaces. The renovation was overseen by award-winning hotel design firm, NICOLEHOLLIS, and structured with the discerning business and leisure traveler in mind.
“Following a long renovation process, we’re thrilled to finally share el PRADO with our guests, partners, and local community,” said Brayton Gosling, General Manager of el PRADO. “Drawing from the enchanting residential atmosphere of the surrounding community, our goal is for visitors to feel right at home, whether traveling for business or pleasure. We can’t wait to welcome guests into our quintessential haven, offering nothing but personalized experiences in which the hotel is rooted.”
Inspired by Spanish open-air living, Hollis emphasized a warm, tranquil respite and drew on botanical-themed nuances including an abundance of lush greenery and a color palette highlighting rich black forest greens, stone blues, touches of terracotta orange, and a blend of neutral tones. The property delivers a balance between a stately Spanish home and a contemporary destination, connecting each space to el PRADO’s central courtyard and focal point.
Upon opening, the hotel debuts a two-floor glass solarium outfitted with cozy seating adjacent to the Breakfast Cafe, and perfect for enjoying a morning cup of coffee or settling into a workday; a second-floor bar serving Spanish-inspired bites and signature cocktails; The Library, featuring a boardroom table, separate lounge area with plush couches, and full technology capabilities for business conferencing; and a back courtyard area fit with a large fireplace and outdoor lounge furniture adjacent to lobby-level meeting rooms for breakout sessions.
Appealing to the new-age business traveler, el PRADO offers a variety of amenities to make the workday away from home or the office a seamless and enjoyable experience. Its brand new C-Suite Retreat package includes full valet parking service to welcome guests upon arrival and ensure a smooth check-out process, a wholesome breakfast from the Breakfast Cafe, and a complimentary signature low ABV cocktail made with fresh, botanical ingredients. The package also includes high-speed Wi-Fi, an Executive Concierge for technology set-up and food and beverage orders, and late check-out to coincide with a workday or late afternoon meeting schedule.
el PRADO is certified as a Clean & Safe Hotel within the California Hotel and Lodging Association — implementing precautionary measures provided by the association’s Clean & Safe Guidelines, including contactless check-in and robust cleaning measures ensuring the overall health and wellbeing for guests and staff.
For more information and details on booking, please visit www.elpradopaloalto.com.
