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Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 star property

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Front of property
Garden
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Lobby sitting area

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

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Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Lagoon View

Premium Room, Lagoon View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Patio

Premium Room, Patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 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 Shoreline Amphitheatre. .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 - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Googleplex - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Stanford University - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 10 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Idli Express - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Catch - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪4290 Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Salsa - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hobee's - ‬5 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.

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 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 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

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 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 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

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

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

Reviews

Dinah's Garden Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 843 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing grounds/plant life
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Alexandria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds are very serene. Hotel is appropriately priced and room was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rosemarie, Alameda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The garden is nice. Room is spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely garden, great staff, delicious meals!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeneene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous grounds! Great pool area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Abdus-Salaam

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have been staying at Dinah's for over 20 years and love everything about it and especially the gardens and the cafe. The staff is excellent. This stay, the coffee maker was inoperative, there was no decaf tea available, lobby coffee was dry by 8:30 and the chocolates were missing from our room. They are all low cost items that have added to our stay for ever and are .missing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I love how tranquil it was. I really love that they are big on recycling - they had the different bins in the room and they even had them outside the rooms for your convenience too. The toiletries they provide are great! My partner and I usually don’t use hotel toiletries since we carry our own but we ended up using the ones they provided. We definitely will be staying here again if we’re ever in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, efficient, beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel gardens and pond. The koi are huge and the ducks are always entertaining
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANN

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, great food!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in tranquil setting with fountains in the middle of property and a nice pool area. Plenty of parking (free). Deluxe room has lots of space besides the bed. Room is very clean and well maintained. Water pressure for shower is slightly low but tolerable. Staff is friendly and very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Dinah’s at the end of May. Check in was easy as was check out. The grounds are cute with a mini resort type feel. There is a small heated pool with about 10 loungers. There is a pool side restaurant with many tables and chairs. The pool side restaurant serves breakfast, also. The chilaquiles were excellent. The grounds have cute little water features and even ducks and koi. The room is spacious. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check-in was easy. Both the front desk and room service staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, easy check in. A comfortable, clean room and a good onsite restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliana

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

We love Dinah’s….. and the staff are what make it!

Have to update my review from a 5 to a 5+… this was our second visit in the past few months and it’s was fantastic as usual. Would like to give a shout out to Chloe and Oscar at the restaurant. Alejandro and the housekeeping crew. And cannot forget Chris and the managers at the front desk. We had to make a couple of last min changes, and they went above and beyond to make sure we had a comfortable stay, and had room for our dog. Every time we’ve been there, it just gets better and better. The staff welcomed us back like we were family. Wish we could give higher than a five! Thank you Dinah’s!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love to stay here for a recharge. Dinahs rooms are quiet and i enjoy the gardens on the property. I lived in Mt View as a child. This place feels like I'm coming home. I like rooms near the pool. The music on Thursday night was a surprise, nice. Meatloaf dinner was A +. Please discourage ducks from swimming in the pool. It's unsanitary. In my home condo, it's almost impossible get the ducks out. So i dont recommend ignoring them.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025