Dinah's Garden Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Boutique hotel in Palo Alto with outdoor pool and restaurant

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At Dinah's Garden Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Stanford University and Silicon Valley. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Poolside Restaurant, which serves Californian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this boutique hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
$161 nightly
The total price is $185
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of trees.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 465 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Room, Lagoon View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of trees.

Premium Room, Lagoon View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 465 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Room, Patio

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

Premium Room, Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 465 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, a television, and a window with curtains.

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 529 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of greenery and flowers, a sliding glass door, and a small table with chairs.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lagoon View

  • Lagoon view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 339 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a minibar, a ceiling fan, and a large window.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 465 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large painting on the wall.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

A bedroom with a bed, a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and appliances.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 529 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a microwave is visible in the background.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 529 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

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4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

  • Silicon Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • San Antonio Shopping Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mitchell Park Dog Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • San Andreas Fault Trail - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Stanford University - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 25 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 27 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 39 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 58 min drive
  • California Ave Station - 5 min drive
  • Atherton Station - 12 min drive
  • San Antonio Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Catch - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mendocino Farms - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Slice House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Boba Bliss - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Dinah's Garden Hotel

  • At Dinah's Garden Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Stanford University and Silicon Valley. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Poolside Restaurant, which serves Californian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this boutique hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 129 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (16 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
    • Free offsite parking nearby

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

Dinah's Garden Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offered delicious meals, great service, and a lovely atmosphere. (118 reviews)
  • The pool area was great with a perfectly heated saltwater pool, comfortable lounges, and a convenient bar and restaurant nearby. (70 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property was consistently described as delicious, good, and served in a lovely setting. (20 reviews)
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Reviews

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6/10 Good

Nice property, clean. Noisy from the upstairs and dinners at the pool.
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is a little dated bit beautifully renovated. Rooms we clean and comfy. Pool area with restaurant and drinks was a great touch. Loved to water features with the Koi. Would stay here again
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place for a staycation. Having the restaurant onsite means you don’t have to leave the property and you can really pretend that you are ‘away’, not in the middle of Silicon Valley. Warm pool, good food and nice rooms.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great option for Palo Alto - large comfortable room that was spotlessly clean, set in idyllic surroundings. Really good value for money too.
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8/10 Very good

Loved our stay here - beautiful gardens and ponds made it a unique experience c
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8/10 Very good

The property has changed since the previous owner, Julie, passed away. It’s still great, however, each time we have visited since, the property has changed in less enjoyable ways. The staff is still top notch. The restaurant’s food is less fresh and delicious. The grounds are less impressive and maintained.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very unique and relaxing setting
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place. Nothing fancy, but felt at home and the rooms were spacious.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and spacious was a magical experience, beautiful hidden gym
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10/10 Exceptional

Good poolside food, love the salt water pool, but the best are the fountains and flowers and gardens and koi.
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10/10 Exceptional

The property is a little dated, but everything was very clean and well kept up. It was nice to have the restaurant on site for later dining. The beds were comfortable and everything was quiet. Overall very nice stay and close enough to Stanford University to make for a convenient stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Dinah's is a conveniently located property, with ample onsite parking. I stayed in one of their suites and it was very pleasantly decratated in a southwest flair and the kokopelli scupltures relly pulled the southwestern theme together. I'll definitely be staying at Dinah's for future visits to Palo Alto.
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10/10 Exceptional

The most serene atmosphere I have ever had during a hotel stay. Such a beautiful property and the layout of the hotel felt like mini villas. Will definitely be booking again with the friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Poolside food was very good and reasonable in price. The rooms are cleaned daily. The staff was very helpful and respectful.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful unique place. Staff is wonderful. Rooms are huge and comfortable. Decor is eclectic and gorgeous. Water element is peaceful. So glad we stayed here.
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is such a hidden gem. Right off a main drag and yet a world away from Silicon Valley. We loved all the plants, the restaurant, and the pool. The room was spacious enough with everything we needed. Would stay again!
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8/10 Very good

Very comfortable
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10/10 Exceptional

Love this place. Staff was beyond sweet and accommodating. Poolside restaurant never fails with delicious food and cocktails.
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10/10 Exceptional

The place was lovely beautiful property in the restaurant. The sea was amazing.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly people, the room was nice, enjoyed my stay
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Nice room and location
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10/10 Exceptional

The pool is amazing and we thoroughly enjoyed it and the restaurant!! The room which was upgraded was beautiful, spacious and clean! We stay here a couple of times a year and it’s my favorite!! Great, quiet location!
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, the staff was friendly, and the location is perfect for us.
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8/10 Very good

Clean and convenient. Coffee machine didn’t need work.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.