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Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 star property

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | View from room
Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, eco-friendly cleaning products
Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai | 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
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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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

  • 49 sq m
  • 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
(40 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 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)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 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)
  • 46 sq m
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 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)
  • 43 sq m
  • 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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 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
(14 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Art Deco hotel with 24-hour business centre and 24-hour front desk
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 centre, coffee/tea in a common area and a business centre. Housekeeping is available on request.
Dinah's Garden Hotel offers 129 accommodations with minibars and a safe. 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 fridges and coffee/tea makers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the pool at Dinah's Garden Hotel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of San Antonio Shopping Center. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy Californian cuisine and pool views while dining at Poolside Restaurant
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the overall condition of the property and the helpful staff
  • 6 minutes by car from Stanford University and 7 minutes from Googleplex
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 180 square feet (17 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Dinah's Garden Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Art Deco Palo Alto hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 1 PM.
Poolside Restaurant – This poolside restaurant specialises 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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 23 November to 23 November:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 16 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • One child aged 16 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Dinah's Garden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 850 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1003 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

Chien

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveller
Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic Beauty
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick, helpful service. Got an unexpected room upgrade probably because it was my 3rd time there in last four weeks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

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

4/10 Poor

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The person at the reception when I reached there was super rude!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay
Hotel was very clean with exceptional grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stairways not great-hard to find. room on 3rd floor in bldg 800. elevator in garage basement. great restaurant. nice room-large.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant little oasis
Super pleasant little oasis in the middle of Palo Alto. The hotel has been well maintained and updated, and the gardens are beautiful. Our room and bed were really comfortable and had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
came for a show at the frost great vibes amazing food at the restaurant friendly staff m will be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marti

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love Dinah's. Comfy rooms, nice pool, not far from Stanford. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean, reasonably priced and easy access to everything around
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruby, Turlock

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is gorgeous. The duck pond, the koi fish, and the landscape are beautifully designed and maintained. Definitely staying at Dinah’s again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a smell in the hallway and especially in the elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always fantastic! Breakfast by the pool and the koi and ducks add to the overall enjoyment!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best breakfast in Palo Alto
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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