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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
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | View from room
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Living area | 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, Smart TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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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

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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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 339 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 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

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

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

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

Premium Room, Lagoon View

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

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

Premium Room, Patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 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 | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 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 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 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 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

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

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 845 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 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

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

Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a gem in Palo Alto. It has a great style and the staff is very helpful. It is also close to another gem in the area; Hobees restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024