Not elegant, but the studio was the cozy retreat I needed from multiple days of activities. Perfect location close to Stanford in one of my favorite Palo Alto neighborhoods. I didn't need to cook, but that would have been awkward with only the bathroom sink for washing dishes. Appreciated the comfortable bed, ample closet space, and assorted appliances (coffee maker, tea pot, hot plate, small refrigerator). Being close to California Street restaurant district was another plus. A hiccup on check-in codes was easily resolved, but pushed me to give an honest four, rather than an inspiring five for the overall rating.