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Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with 24-hour business centre and 24-hour front desk

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

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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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Dining table
HDTV
Premium bedding
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

Lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 46 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 43 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Palo Alto

At Dinah's Garden Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of San Antonio Shopping Center and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Stanford University. Highlights at this boutique hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Poolside Restaurant, serves Californian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. 180 square feet (17 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 1 PM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Palo Alto hotel include San Francisco Bay and 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 International 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 24-hour business centre and 24-hour front desk
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.

  • 129 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • 180 sq ft of conference space
  • 17 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1957
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

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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

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 at the property

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

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 10 to 37 per person

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

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

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.

Property is also known as

Dinah's
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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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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

Yep, Dinah's Garden Hotel has a free self car park.

Does Dinah's Garden Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Dinah's Garden Hotel has a heated pool and a pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes Dinah's Garden Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Poolside dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Dinah's Garden Hotel.

Is Dinah's Garden Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Dinah's Garden Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Dinah's Garden Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 1 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

No, Dinah's Garden Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Californian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from November 23 until November 23. The dining venue is closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Dinah's Garden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 854 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1017 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

kimberley, NEW YORK

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel at reasonable price
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Great hotel and staff

All staff were kind and helpful. Restaurant was good. Room was quiet and the grounds were lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

reagan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, close to Stanford and downtown Palo Alto. Roomy room. Clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yang

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prospero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was beautiful and they have complimentary food to feed the koi fish and ducks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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