Level 2 Independent

Hilton Garden Inn

4216 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Max power: 7.2 kW; Level 2
Charging ports: 4; J1772
Price: Paid; Per network listing
Hours: 24/7; Open all day

Hilton Garden Inn is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 4216 El Camino Real in Palo Alto, CA. It has 4 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.2 kw. Listed pricing is Paid, and the site is open 24 hours a day.

How long will charging take?

Range added per hour

~24mi

10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery

~8.3hours

Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works

Connectors and compatibility

J1772

4 ports · 7 kW

The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.

Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.

Pricing

Paid

Network listing: “$20 per night parking fee”

Prices can vary by time of day and membership. The Independent app shows the live rate before you start.

Location and access

Address: 4216 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Coordinates: 37.40948, -122.12324
Finding the chargers: Located at each end of the parking lot
Hours: 24/7for hotel guest use only
Phone: 650-843-0795
On site: LodgingRestrooms24/7 Access

Questions drivers ask

How fast is Hilton Garden Inn?

It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 7 kW, which adds roughly 24 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.

How much does it cost to charge at Hilton Garden Inn?

Independent lists pricing as: $20 per night parking fee. Check the Independent app for the current rate before you plug in.

What plugs does Hilton Garden Inn have?

4 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 7 kW.

Is Hilton Garden Inn open 24/7?

Yes, the network lists it as open 24 hours a day. Note: for hotel guest use only.

Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 89030. Last confirmed by the network on Aug 12, 2025; opened Nov 15, 2017.