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Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 star property

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Welcome to our hotel, featuring a modern entrance with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by a peaceful outdoor space with potted plants and a bench.
Cross a tranquil bridge over a serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and plants.
Relax by the poolside, where tables and chairs invite you to dine or socialize under the shade of umbrellas.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, stove, and ample cabinetry.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a large desk, comfortable seating, and a TV.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

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4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Stanford University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Stanford University Medical Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 529 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 339 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 465 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 465 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 529 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Lagoon View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, Lagoon View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 465 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Patio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, Patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 465 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 529 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Palo Alto hotel with restaurant
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center. Housekeeping is available on request.
Dinah's Garden Hotel offers 129 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This hotel offers access to a 24-hour business center and a meeting room.

A computer station is located on site and wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Event facilities measuring 180 square feet (17 square meters) include conference space. This Art Deco hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Dinah's Garden Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 1 PM.
Poolside Restaurant - This poolside restaurant specializes in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 37 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Poolside Restaurant

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 180 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1957
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 23 to November 23:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per night (for stays between 1 January - 31 December)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 37 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Dinah's Garden Hotel Palo Alto
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Dinah's Garden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 839 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1003 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

willow

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helaine B

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dinah Garden Hotel has beautiful gardens and antiques. They even have a lagoon. The restaurant has very good food and service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it!!

We stayed in the room with the lanai and it was roomy and spacious. . Decor is a little quirky and retro and I loved it! Got a room by the lagoon and really enjoyed watching the ducks and fish go by. Has a really convenient poolside restaurant or indoor dining. Best of all, the staff were amazing!!! Best I’ve seen in ages. It’s a cool place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel room was large, quiet, had plenty of lights and outlets, a large sliding glass door (although I had no deck it was nice to open for fresh air) and extra towels. Beds were a little hard, but I had lots of pillows to make up for it. The cleaner they use is strong and gave me a bit of a headache. Pool was very awkward to swim in with the restaurant right there, but I am self-conscious, it was also salty which I would like to think is because it was a saltwater pool since Palo Alto is so eco friendly. There is room service from the restaurant, but it's overpriced for what you get. I would stay at the hotel again for sure, would get a room facing the pond though. I would not eat at the restaurant again, it was just overpriced and really did not catch my interest.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property. Large rooms. Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms and unique property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chenqi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love Dinah’s Garden! My favorite hotel when I’m in Palo Alto
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just great- safe, clean, personable staff and killer meatloaf. Also KITCHENETTE AND STEAM SHOWER!!! Dinah’s was built back in 1957 and they just don’t make them like this anymore. A true gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

maureen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, cozy hotel. Outdated but no biggie.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boris, Riverwoods

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, El Dorado Hills

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique property that is not generic. The last time I was at this property was 40 years ago! And it's still great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Setting
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

QIAN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis, Bloomington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best extended stays (8 nights) we have ever had at a hotel. The rooms are extremely well-kept, and the staff are very friendly and accommodating. In addition, there is an excellent restaurant onsite poolside with equally friendly and professional staff. Also, the hotel is conveniently located within Palo Alto and the parking is free. Great stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Babatunde

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bret van de

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful grounds and nice pool area to relax or eat. Room was very comfortable and had a balcony. 10mins from Stanford University.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025