Designed as a private retreat amid the pace of Silicon Valley, the reimagined Ryokan Suites introduce elevated amenities, exclusive partnerships, and a new wellness experience with HigherDOSE
PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nobu Hotel Palo Alto announces today the reintroduction of its exclusive Ryokan Suites. Originally introduced in Fall 2020, the Ryokan Suites have been reimagined with exclusive partnerships, intuitive technology and VIP culinary access designed for the modern traveler who prioritizes privacy and flawless detail. Among the enhancements is a new partnership with HigherDOSE, anchoring the newly debuted Ryokan Reset package, bringing an elevated new restorative wellness experience and a sense of tranquility to the heart of Silicon Valley.
The Ryokan Suites reinterpret traditional Japanese inn hospitality through Nobu's lens, drawing inspiration from its sister property, Nobu Ryokan Malibu. Located on the hotel's top floor, the five suites are designed in soothing, natural tones featuring white oak paneling, teak accents and Crema Marfil marble, creating a peaceful Japanese-Californian aesthetic, with custom handcrafted Japanese bedside lanterns, ritualized in-room tea service, curated minibar offerings, butler service and a private teak terrace above the city.
Unrivaled Privacy and Elevated In-Room Experience
The Ryokan Suites at Nobu Hotel Palo Alto are designed to deliver the highest level of privacy, personalized service, and residential-style luxury for discerning travelers. Available exclusively for bookings through the hotel's dedicated reservations team—with the exception of the Ryokan Zen Suite—the hotel's Ryokan Suite accommodations offer a highly personalized booking experience reserved for guests seeking one of Silicon Valley's most exclusive stays, ensuring every reservation is thoughtfully tailored from the very first interaction.
From the moment guests arrive, every touchpoint has been thoughtfully curated to offer an effortless and discreet experience. Ryokan Suite guests may opt for curbside or en-suite check-in, bypassing the traditional front desk entirely, while secured elevator access to the dedicated Ryokan floors ensures an added layer of privacy throughout their stay. Once inside, guests are welcomed into a serene retreat inspired by the traditional Japanese ryokan experience, elevated for Silicon Valley's modern luxury traveler. Daily breakfast for two, a premium private bar with complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and an assortment of snacks, complimentary valet parking, fitness center access, personalized service, and nightly turndown are seamlessly integrated into the stay, while priority seating at the Nobu restaurant offers effortless access to one of the destination's most sought-after dining experiences. Thoughtful in-room details, including Italian bed linens by Anichini, Airweave mattress toppers inspired by Japanese sleep technology, luxury bath amenities by Byredo, and a Dyson Supersonic™ hair dryer, create a sensory experience that balances comfort, wellness, and craftsmanship.
As part of the Ryokan Suites' next chapter, Nobu Hotel Palo Alto is introducing an expanded collection of bespoke services designed to anticipate guests' needs. Upon arrival, guests are greeted with a welcome amenity and traditional tea service, setting the tone for a restorative stay. . Packing and unpacking services allow for a truly effortless arrival, while onsen bath preparation can be arranged upon request to transform the suite into a private sanctuary. Complementing the experience, guests can indulge in full-size bath amenities by the European fragrance house Byredo, elevating moments of self-care with artisanal fragrances and luxurious formulations designed to inspire relaxation and renewal. For added convenience, the Dyson Airwrap™ styling tool is available upon request, allowing guests to travel lighter without sacrificing their preferred beauty routines. Nobu's acclaimed cuisine can be conveniently ordered through the Nobu app, with an elevated in-room dining experience featuring a full setup available upon request, transforming each meal into an intimate, restaurant-quality experience. Additional privileges include guaranteed reservations in the exclusive Nobu Garden and priority access to select hotel events and activations.
"Our Silicon Valley guests value our downtown location and seek highly personalized service delivered with ease and discretion. In the Ryokan Suites, we anticipate their needs, streamline each touchpoint, and remove unnecessary decisions, giving them more time to focus, recharge, and enjoy their stay," said Chris Suarez, General Manager, Nobu Hotel Palo Alto. "Partnering with HigherDOSE allows us to further elevate the Ryokan Suites for today's luxury traveler. Combined with enhanced arrival experiences, exclusive culinary access, and thoughtfully curated in-room amenities, the Ryokan Reset package introduces science-backed wellness technologies designed to support recovery, relaxation, and overall well-being. Whether visiting for business, enjoying a local staycation, or simply seeking a moment to recharge, guests can enjoy a private retreat that offers a welcome counterbalance to the pace of daily life in Silicon Valley."
The Ryokan Reset Package
In the heart of Silicon Valley, where back-to-back meetings, endless notifications and constant connectivity have become the norm, true rest has become one of life's greatest luxuries. Recognizing the growing desire for intentional recovery among the region's always-on tech professionals, Nobu Hotel Palo Alto has partnered with HigherDOSE to introduce the Ryokan Reset package, a new kind of luxury built on intentional restoration. Priced at $2,000/night, the package reimagines the modern staycation through the lens of wellness, recovery and Japanese-inspired tranquility, pairing Nobu's elevated Ryokan aesthetic with immersive wellness experiences designed to restore body and mind. Within each suite, calming natural materials, teak soaking tubs, floor-to-ceiling light and handcrafted details set the stage for the experience, which includes:
- Luxury accommodations in a Ryokan Room or Ryokan Suite
- In-suite HigherDOSE wellness technology experiences, including a red-light therapy face mask, PEMF Go Mat and Red Light Showerhead experience, designed to boost glow, circulation, mood and skin & scalp health.
- Light-Activated Glow Serum activated by red light therapy to enhance its effects while also boosting the performance of any skincare layered with it.
- Daily Body Oil infused with botanical-rich oils and a sensual essential oil blend to deeply nourish, boost elasticity and leave skin glowing.
- Serotonin Bath Soak designed for Nobu's signature teak soaking tubs infused with pure Zechstein magnesium, apple cider vinegar, and skin-softening algae to ease tension, nourish the skin, and promote a calming, restorative soak
- Japanese tea ritual for two at turndown service
The experience continues beyond the guest room with mindful dining at Nobu, moments of pause within the hotel's Japanese-inspired garden and optional wellness experiences throughout Palo Alto, including a visit to the property's spa partner Watercourse Way—located just a five-minute walk from the property, and inspired by the natural hot springs of Tassajara. Led by Nobu's philosophy of Kanso — simplicity through the removal of excess—the package encourages guests to slow down, breathe deeply, and embrace restoration through intentional rituals.
"HigherDOSE has always been at the forefront of wellness, pioneering the technology and rituals that define how people think about recovery, said Anastasia Jenkin, Director of Partnerships, HigherDOSE. "Guests at properties like Nobu Hotel Palo Alto expect luxury and wellbeing to be one and the same. Partnering with Nobu on the Ryokan Reset lets us bring our technology into a setting that already treats restoration as a philosophy. This is what the next era of hospitality looks like: wellness woven into the experience itself."
Beyond the Guestroom
Guided by omotenashi, the Japanese art of wholehearted hospitality, and shiawase, a philosophy of happiness and well-being, every detail of a stay at Nobu Hotel Palo Alto is intentional. The 73-room boutique property stands as an urban oasis in the heart of Palo Alto, where Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's iconic cuisine and renowned hospitality blend seamlessly with the creative energy and natural beauty of Silicon Valley. Beyond the Ryokan Suites, guests can enjoy signature dishes at Nobu Palo Alto, including Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño and Miso Black Cod, Tanoshi Hour in the Lobby Bar daily from 3 to 5 p.m. and quiet reflection in the property's Zen garden, with Palo Alto's walkable boutique shopping scene just steps from the hotel's University Avenue address.
For more information or to make a reservation in the Ryokan Suites, please email [email protected] or call 650-531-8888. To book the new Ryokan Reset package, please visit https://www.nobuhotels.com/palo-alto/offers/ryokan-reset-package/.
A 24-hour advance notice is recommended for the Ryokan Rest package. Package is subject to availability.
About Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto is a 73-room boutique property that boasts an elevated reception and arrival experience, wellness offerings, meeting venues and amenities, guest rooms and a signature restaurant that reflects the world-renowned standards of Nobu Hospitality and an entire floor dedicated to a Ryokan guest experience with the addition of a 24-hour in-room Nobu dining menu. Standout highlights include high-tech guest rooms with Alexa and Toto Neorest® washlet toilets, with 90-inch televisions in
the 8th floor Ryokan guest rooms, an outdoor Nobu Garden space, and an elevated fitness studio with top-of-the-line equipment, including Peloton bikes.
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