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El Dorado Hotel

3.5 star property

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Lunch and dinner served
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$343
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June

Explore the area

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405 First Street West, Sonoma, CA, 95476
  • Place, Sonoma City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sonoma State Historic Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sonoma Plaza
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Plaza)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Plaza)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Patio

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed (Plaza)

Room, 1 King Bed (Plaza)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Sonoma

At El Dorado Hotel you'll be within steps of Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma City Hall. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, El Dorado Kitchen, serves Californian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available daily. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Sonoma hotel include Napa Valley Wine Train and Sonoma TrainTown Railroad.

What's nearby

  • Sonoma City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sonoma State Historic Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sebastiani Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission San Francisco Solano - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 36 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Girl & The Fig - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sonoma Cheese Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Steiners Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Caffé - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Diner Sonoma - ‬5 min walk

About this property

El Dorado Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at El Dorado Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Sonoma hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
El Dorado Hotel offers 27 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Sonoma hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. 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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 9 to 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • El Dorado Kitchen

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 17 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, 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

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 and a first aid kit
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. 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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in November.

Property is also known as

Dorado Hotel
El Dorado Hotel
El Dorado Hotel Sonoma
El Dorado Sonoma
Hotel Dorado
Hotel El Dorado
El Dorado Hotel And Kitchen
El Dorado Hotel Kitchen
El Dorado Hotel Hotel
El Dorado Hotel Sonoma
El Dorado Hotel Hotel Sonoma

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Dorado Hotel?

El Dorado Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Dorado Hotel?

As of 5 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Dorado Hotel on 8 June 2026 start from AU$343, 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.

Is parking available at El Dorado Hotel?

Yep, El Dorado Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does El Dorado Hotel have a pool?

El Dorado Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from May to November.

Does El Dorado Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Dorado Hotel?

No, El Dorado Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Dorado Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Californian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at El Dorado Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Dorado Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at El Dorado Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 27 kg per pet.

El Dorado Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 775 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 775 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 775 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 775 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 775 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful, the staff amazing and very accommodating. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible hotel and restaurant! Best location too!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yukiko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So happy we picked this hotel! There’s an awesome restaurant at downstairs of the hotel. Even for the locals, the restaurant is great place to dine 👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
perfect location on the historic square with fabulous dining all nearby. friendly staff, beautiful, warm decor. elegant and inviting. spotless rooms. a perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had a view out to Sonoma square, parking was easy as it was December, staff was friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, easy checking in and out, they care a lot about the details of the stay for guests and it shows.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was Fantastic! Resturant was Fantastic! Rooms, cozy and quiet. Beds very comfortable! Great location and views of the square. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location is great. The staff are kind a little more information would’ve been appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable and updated room. Really nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly hotel staff! Perfect location for exploring Sonoma. Great room, comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great little hotel in the perfect location for anyone visisting Sonoma!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was not large but very nice . The Hotel is very clean and up dated and the people were very nice and helpful especially Elisa in guest services
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay right on the plaza.. excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Super cute and comfortable bed. We had a really late check in and the front desk staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El dorado hotel was a nice stay when trying to be central in Sonoma.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A perfect place to stay in Sonoma. Remodeled and very clean that provides a very comfortable stay. Great rain shower 2!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, nice rooms, friendly staff & greeting upon arrival!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, comfortable space. Fun to pop downstairs for dinner. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff…excellent accommodations!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pablo at check in started our stay with the sweetest smile and great area recommendations - thank you Pablo! We liked everything; location right in town and facing a small park all lit up for the holidays. Great dining nearby. The room was clean, modern, perfect shower, comfy bed, all around lovely experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms. Nice updated decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming hotel. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The El Dorado Hotel was an excellent stay. The property was very clean, the service was kind and attentive, and the room was immaculate. I especially appreciated the architecture and the thoughtful styling of the room, which added to the hotel’s overall charm. Despite being in the city center, it was peaceful and quiet, yet conveniently within walking distance of everything. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025