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Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 star property

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Lobby sitting area
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, San Antonio Shopping Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Mitchell Park Dog Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Andreas Fault Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Room, Lagoon View

Premium Room, Lagoon View

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

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Premium Room, Patio

Premium Room, Patio

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

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Room-2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Signature King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Suite With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the pool at Dinah's Garden Hotel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of San Antonio Shopping Center. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy Californian cuisine and pool views while dining at Poolside Restaurant
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the restaurant and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Silicon Valley and a 5-minute drive from Stanford University
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center 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 meters) 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 3.5-star Palo Alto hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 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
  • 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
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1957
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 27 to November 27:
  • 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

  • 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 cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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 - 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • One child 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

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Dinah's Garden Hotel Palo Alto
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Dinah's Hotel
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Dinah's Garden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 832 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1010 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was lovely beautiful property in the restaurant. The sea was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room and location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly people, the room was nice, enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinahs Garden Hotel was lovely. They have a great restaurant on site and we had a wonderful dinner there. Beautiful water features with a Koi pond.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room loved hearing the water from right outside our room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, the staff was friendly, and the location is perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very spacious and clean! Staff was nice and helpful. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff was extremely accommodating, friendly and courteous! Comfortable bed. Loved the tranquil gardens. Food was delicious at the poolside Resturant!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean room! Amenities made stay very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

venkat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and stylish
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Tsai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
good staff
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yingying

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Spacious, quiet and clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and amenities, very comfortable beds, great bathroom, nice sized balcony, great pool, good restaurant, beautifully landscaped grounds. Only issue was AC wasn’t working properly and left a msg with the front desk for repair/maintenance. Highly recommend this Hotel property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed, quiet. Shower tub combo dated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about our stay, especially given the reasonable rates. The parking has super convenient and free. The grounds were pretty including ducks roaming property. The poolside restaurant served a great breakfast to start our days off well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything as usual was just amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a fabulous time. We had a room right next to the pond. The garden was amazing. Even the ducks and the Koi fish seem to be friendly. This day exceeded my expectations and I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinah's is unique and uniquely comfortable, quiet despite the location on a busy street. The lush landscaping keeps cars invisible and the windows face greenery instead of automobiles. The pool is very pleasant in warm weather though we didn't use it in March, We recommend the restaurant, good value--we didn't miss the pretty lousy breakfast buffets found in so many motels.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was clean, spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved all the Christmas decorations and our spacious, comfortable room!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying at this property. Our go to place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great and welcoming front desk team.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025