Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 star property

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Front of property
Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

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

Room options

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai

  • 46 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, Lagoon View

  • 43 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, Patio

  • 43 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Palo Alto

When you stay at Dinah's Garden Hotel in Palo Alto, you'll be in the business district, within a 10-minute drive of Stanford University and Googleplex. .This boutique hotel is 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from San Francisco Bay and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Levi's Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Stanford University - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Googleplex - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 10 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • California Ave Station - 5 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 7 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boba Bliss - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Gen Korean BBQ House - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mendocino Farms - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk
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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 129 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 42-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Enjoy Californian cuisine at Poolside Restaurant, a poolside restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a pool view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 1 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Palo Alto? This hotel has 180 square feet (17 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
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 transport

  • 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 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

  • Free cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 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
Free cribs are available on request at the 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 75.00 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. 843 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1002 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

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful garden
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would stay again
This hotel was clean, comfortable and everyone was extremely helpful and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Davorite hotel
Always a beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet, San Francisco

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Galesburg

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We cannot say enough about this hotel! We have stayed here 3 times and love it! Everyone is friendly, it's clean, and has everything we need. The grounds are beautiful and wonderfully decorated for Christmas! Definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about staying here was awesome. Location was perfect, staff were friendly and the Railroad Baron Signature Suite was aaaamazing. Super comfortable bed, yoga room, every amenity you could want and the choo choo train that goes around the room is the BEST!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonna H.

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Starling Trust

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonetta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LOVE Dinah's!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Weekend price very good. Comfortable bed and very quiet.

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

lauren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel and restaurant is extraordinary! Lovely, kind and pleasant people truly interested in your positive experience. Rooms are dated, but clean and roomy. The grounds are gorgeous! It’s nice to stay outside the endless hotel chains and stay somewhere with so much pride of service and attention to experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024