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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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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine, pool views
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine, pool views
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$292
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan

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4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, San Antonio Shopping Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, San Andreas Fault Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Palo Alto VA Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 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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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

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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
Blackout curtains
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 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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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room-2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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

Signature King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2

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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, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 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 bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Theme Suites With Jacuzzi Tub

  • Sleeps 2

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

Garden Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Garden Deluxe

  • Sleeps 2

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

Deluxe King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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

Deluxe 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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

Premium Lagoon

  • Sleeps 4

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

Premium Lagoon 2 King Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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

Premier Patio

  • Sleeps 4

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

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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

Lanai Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 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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About the area

Palo Alto

Dinah's Garden Hotel places you steps from Silicon Valley and within a 20-minute stroll of San Antonio Shopping Center. 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 10-minute drive of this Palo Alto hotel include Stanford University and Shoreline Amphitheatre.

What's nearby

  • San Antonio Shopping Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rengstorff Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • DVBIC Palo Alto - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • San Andreas Fault Trail - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 3 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 8 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Idly Express - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Catch - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Junbi - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪4290 Bistro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪So Gong Dong Tofu House - ‬12 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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 cable/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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 25 2025 to February 1 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Breakfast
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 27 November to 27 November:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue
The property will be renovating from 25 December 2025 to 1 February 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

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
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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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

As of 17 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dinah's Garden Hotel on 18 Jan 2026 start from AU$292.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. Please note that breakfast will unavailable between December 25 2025 and February 1 2026 (subject to change).

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 will be unavailable from December 25 2025 to February 1 2026 (dates subject to change). The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from November 27 until November 27. The dining venue is closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve. The property will be renovating its dining venue from December 25 2025 until February 1 2026 (completion date subject to change).

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. 837 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed multiple times. It is always a positive experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fadye

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel. Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of our favorite hotels. Low rise, low key, no endless corridors.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Emanuel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kahdeidra

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, nice room, enjoyed the pool restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
always clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jaqueline Porsha

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff excused us of smoking we do not SMOKE 💨 made to feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. We let to Tree House Silicone Valley ✨✨✨✨✨
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

randy

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

don't bother

the room smelled musty - as did the bedding.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kedarnath, palo Alto

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I have stayed at Dinah's off and on for over 20 years and have usually enjoyed my stay here. Nice property with good rooms and a relaxing pond with waterfall. Close to Stanford and Palo Alto but you will need a car. One restaurant on site but many nearby. They do have EV charging available for free. My one complaint at this visit was the clerk at check out who came across as rigid and condescending.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We luv our stay at Dinah’s. We have been staying here twice a year for many years now, and is the perfect place for us to bring our dog. The room on the Lagoon is great for us. We will see you in the Spring.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and cozy. Closest best option to be near Stanford hospital while a family member was admitted there. Clean and welcoming. Good proximity for other needs and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adorable setting- Nice pool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel felt like a little oasis. I really enjoyed the ducks as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025