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Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Front of property
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

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Map
4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • San Antonio Shopping Center
    18 min walk
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital
    6 min drive
  • Stanford University
    6 min drive
  • Palo Alto, CA (PAO-Santa Clara County)
    10 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 529 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 339 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 465 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 465 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai

  • 500 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 529 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, Lagoon View

Premium Room, Lagoon View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, Lagoon View

  • 465 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, Patio

Premium Room, Patio | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, Patio

  • 465 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Living area | 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, Smart TV

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 529 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 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. A pillow menu is available. 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 8 to 25 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 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • 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 noon
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

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 8 to 25 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 878 out of 1033 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 1033 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1033 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1033 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1033 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

fredric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JILL, new berlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Horribly hard beds
The hotel was close to the venue which was great. The bed was like sleeping on plywood. It was the most uncomfortable bed i have ever slept on. For the price i paid 375.00 a nignt i would think the beds would be comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked a suite and it was VERY reasonable. Very big and was able to open two sliders, which made me very happy for fresh air and natural cooling. Electric car chargers. Walmart, Safeway and target within a mile. Seems to be a bus that goes down street to Stanford University but check on that. Steakhouse next door. Was very pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terese

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel well exceeded my expectations. It was like staying at a family resort in the middle of the city!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leneigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter H

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxed rooms amo g the fish and duck ponds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon Michael, FLORHAM PARK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spacious and quiet and were well maintained. The garden environment of the hotel is like an Oasis in a more commercial area. It is now our number pick when staying in Palo Alto.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place to stay in Palo Alto.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel grounds were exquisite with the koy ponds and gardens! The room was very nice, we stayed in a Lanai with the koy pond right outside our window which was very relaxing to hear the water splashing from the movement of the fountains. The problem with our stay was the bed was terrible and the pillows were right there with the bed ‘terrible’! The property owners need to upgrade the beds and the pillows then I would rate this a 4.9 almost 5 star place to stay! Check your room for the bed and pillows before booking your stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Augustina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spaciousness of the rooms and the presence of a beautiful fish pond right outside the sliding doors were highly appreciated. The cleanliness and comfort of the beds were also commendable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay
We enjoyed our stay, room was large, very clean and close to where we needed to be.Also appreciated that they honoured our request to be on a higher floor. Staff were very kind and accommodating. Only comments would be and both are personal - coffee provided was undrinkable as it tasted very bitter. Rooms were a little outdated (1970’s brown and golds) however note that in both cases it would not be a deal breaker for us to stay again. Very nice😎
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Garden hotel
We enjoyed this beautiful garden hotel. It’s an older property but with updated rooms and facilities and lovely tropical gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A pleasure…so relaxing.
Amazing. Comfortable. Beautiful gardens. Excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here multiple times. Very pretty grounds . Clean rooms. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024