Similar to its sister Westin property next door (both are in the Marriott family), this Sheraton will please non-exercising guests and athletic-minded travelers. The onsite option will suffice for some, but those who want more will opt for an off site option. Sheraton's fitness center is divided into two spaces by a center wall. There are treadmills, a recumbent and ellipticals. Cyclists only have the reclined position--no uprights here. Strength options are very limited. You'll have to get creative with your muscle-pump routine as only a 5-50 lbs. dumbbell set is in the house. Serious strength session can be performed at the nearby LaGree Fitness ($ per class).
Lap swimmers should plan on driving 5-10 minutes to the Rinconada Pool ($6). Fortunately for joggers, the Stanford U. campus offers multiple challenging and delightful run routes. Main Campus Drive, the 400-meter track, and the "Dish Run" are the three best bets.
Sheraton's hotel layout is unique. Instead of one midrise or highrise structure, its 360+ guest quarters meander around koi ponds, green landscape and an outdoor pool in multiple separate buildings. While you'll never mistake the lush grounds for Hawaii, Sheraton does a good job creating a resort-like feel in the midst of urban Palo Alto. Inside the rooms, Sheraton's Sweet Sleeper beds almost guarantee a sound night's sleep while balconies with sliding-glass doors provide ample natural light and plenty of fresh air. High-speed internet is accessible for a fee and 37-inch flat screen televisions display programming entertainment.
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