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Dinah's Garden Hotel

· 4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto
Guest rating 8.9 out of 10Very good · 1,456 reviews

Popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Full service restaurant (Dinah's Poolside Restaurant)
  • Bar
  • Fitness centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms

About this hotel

While Dinah's Garden Hotel puts you near the Stanford University campus and Silicon Valley's top businesses and attractions, we offer a sense of place unlike any other hotel in California. Our 97 hotel rooms and 32 suites are inspired by décor from around the globe - creating boutique-style ambiances that are relaxing and residential in feel. The hotel offers guests a much-needed break from the seen-one-seen-'em-all chain hotels. Hotel founders Milla and Raymond Handley designed a refreshingly unique destination that is rich in history and distinguished by custom woodwork and furnishings, crown molding, and art – ensuring that no two rooms are alike. From our cozy lobby filled with colonial-era furniture and original artwork from Africa, Asia, and India to modern amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and a full-service business center, we have offered Palo Alto's most unique brand of hospitality for more than 60 years. Guests also enjoy the convenience of having two locally loved restaurants onsite: Dinah's Poolside Restaurant and the Bay Area's premier seafood option, THE SEA by Alexander's Steakhouse. The hotel is conveniently located between San Jose and San Francisco International airports, just three miles from Stanford University, downtown Palo Alto, and many Silicon Valley companies.

Check-out until 11:00 AM.

Rooms at this hotel

  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 49 m² · Sleeps 2

    This suite features a fully equipped kitchen.

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • +24 more
  • 2 queen beds · 43 m² · Sleeps 4

    This spacious room features a living area and modern decor. Please note: no extra beds are available in this room type.

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Radio
    • +15 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 43 m² · Sleeps 4

    This ground-floor room features a lagoon view and patio. A small refrigerator is included.

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • +18 more
  • 1 king bed · 43 m² · Sleeps 4

    1 King Bed 465-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the ground floor, balcony/patio with lagoon views Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access Entertainment - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; cribs (free) available on request Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and LED light bulbs Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available Non-Smoking

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Hair dryer
    • Mini-fridge
    • +23 more
  • 1 king bed, 1 sofa bed · 32 m² · Sleeps 2

    Garden Deluxe Rooms feature new bathrooms, furniture, and flooring. Rooms come with a king bed and a large workstation. Surrounding the pool, each room is fitted with a private balcony or shared lounge area to provide a tranquil sanctuary. 1st-floor Garden Deluxe rooms come with a pull-out twin sofa bed.

    • Tea/Coffee maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hairdryer
    • +28 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 43 m² · Sleeps 4

    This room is equipped with a refrigerator and a wet bar.

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Radio
    • +18 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 49 m² · Sleeps 2

    Suite features a hot tub, fully equipped kitchen with dining area, and marble bathrooms.

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • Kitchenette
    • +25 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 46 m² · Sleeps 2

    Suite has vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, and features views of the lagoons.

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • +21 more
  • 1 king bed · 43 m² · Sleeps 4

    1 King Bed 465-sq-foot room with lagoon views Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access Entertainment - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and LED light bulbs Need to Know - Housekeeping on request Non-Smoking

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Hair dryer
    • Mini-fridge
    • +19 more
  • 1 queen bed · 32 m² · Sleeps 2

    1 Queen Bed 339-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with garden views Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access Entertainment - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; cribs (free) available on request Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and LED light bulbs Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Hair dryer
    • Mini-fridge
    • +22 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 46 m² · Sleeps 2

    This train-themed suite features 4-post bed, a toy train set, and hand-painted country scenes. Roll-away beds are not available for this room type.

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Fax
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • +23 more
  • 1 extra-large double bed (super-king size) bed · 43 m² · Sleeps 4

    This room features a lagoon view and includes a small refrigerator.

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • +19 more
  • 1 king bed · 49 m² · Sleeps 3

    1 King Bed 529-sq-foot individually decorated room with a balcony Layout - Bedroom and living room Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access Entertainment - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, dishwasher, and cookware/dishware Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; cribs (free) available on request Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and LED light bulbs Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Hair dryer
    • Bathrobe
    • Mini-fridge
    • +25 more
  • 1 king bed · 49 m² · Sleeps 3

    1 King Bed 529 sq feet Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access Entertainment - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, dishwasher, and cookware/dishware Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and LED light bulbs Need to Know - Housekeeping on request Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Hair dryer
    • Mini-fridge
    • +25 more
  • 1 king bed · 32 m² · Sleeps 2

    1 King Bed 344-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with pool views Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access Entertainment - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; cribs (free) available on request Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and LED light bulbs Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Hair dryer
    • Mini-fridge
    • Refrigerator
    • +21 more
  • 1 king bed · 43 m² · Sleeps 4

    1 King Bed 465 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access Entertainment - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and LED light bulbs Need to Know - Housekeeping on request Non-Smoking

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Hair dryer
    • Mini-fridge
    • Refrigerator
    • +18 more
  • 1 king bed · 46 m² · Sleeps 3

    1 King Bed 500-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the ground floor, lanai with lagoon views Relax - Fireplace Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access Entertainment - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and LED light bulbs Need to Know - Housekeeping on request Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Hair dryer
    • Mini-fridge
    • +23 more
  • 1 queen bed · 32 m² · Sleeps 2

    This room features a private balcony, lounge area, or landscaped patio.

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Minibar
    • Shower
    • Safety deposit box
    • TV
    • Telephone
    • Air conditioning
    • Hair dryer
    • +14 more

Facilities

Internet

  • Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet (fiber optic, ~100 Mb/s)
  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking garage

Food and drink

  • Full service restaurant (Dinah's Poolside Restaurant)
  • All-day room service
  • Two onsite restaurants
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Breakfast takeaway containers

Leisure and outdoors

  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor heated pool
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Services

  • Business center
  • Meeting and group facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Cashless payment available
  • Invoice provided

Families and accessibility

  • Pet friendly (dogs; $75 non-refundable pet fee, specific room types only)
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails

Rooms and comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Designated smoking area

More

  • Sundries shop (Koi Korner Market)
  • Allergy-free room
  • Kid meals
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Higher level toilet
  • Picnic area
  • Wine/champagne
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Auditory guidance
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Key card access
  • Happy hour
Health, safety and cleaning (17)
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Security alarm