Cowper Inn is a former Victorian home in a quiet residential neighborhood is one of the least-expensive lodging options around, and it’s charming to boot. The cozy parlor has a brick fireplace, a piano, and a big window looking out on tree-lined Cowper Street. Breakfast includes homemade muffins and granola and fresh-squeezed orange juice.

Tucked right in vibrant downtown Palo Alto, this Bed and Breakfast is part of the quiet residential neighborhood of Professorville, only a few minutes walk away from fun and delightful boutiques, award-winning restaurants and less than two miles away from Stanford University.

Pros: Inexpensive, charming, downtown location.

Cons: A bit frilly, a bit worn.

Hotel Details:

• 14 rooms, 12 with bath
• In-room: Internet, Wi-Fi.
• In-hotel: Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Rate includes: Continental breakfast
• Credit Cards: AE, MC, V

Website: http://www.cowperinn.com/

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