Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 star property
Boutique hotel in Palo Alto with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Near Stanford University, Dinah's Garden Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a beautiful garden and an inviting pool. Relax in the lobby by the fireplace, savor Californian cuisine at Poolside Restaurant or enjoy dry cleaning/laundry services to ease your stay. Guests rave about the dining options, pool and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Computer station

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is CNY913
CNY1,056 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30

Room options

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Showing 36 of 36 rooms

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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 WiFi

Premium Room, Patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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 WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room-2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Signature King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

King Suite With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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 WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Theme Suites With Jacuzzi Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Garden Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Garden Deluxe

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Premium Lagoon

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Premium Lagoon 2 King Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Premier Patio

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Lanai Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Theme Jacuzzi Tub 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Signature Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Lanai Fireplace 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Railroad Baron Signature 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Room with Lagoon View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Room with Patio

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Fountain Signature 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

King Suite with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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 WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

  • 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
  • The Labyrinth At Grace - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Rengstorff Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 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
  • Menlo Park Station - 10 min drive
  • San Antonio Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Mendocino Farms - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Slice House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Idly Express - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Junbi - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Dinah's Garden Hotel

  • At Dinah's Garden Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Stanford University and Stanford Stadium. 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

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Hotel size

    • 129 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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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
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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
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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
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Children

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

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–1 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness center

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (180 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 7 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1957
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

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.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per night (for stays between 1 January - 31 December)

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 37 per person

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)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Dinah's

Dinah's Garden

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel Palo Alto

Dinah's Garden Palo Alto

Dinah's Hotel

Dinahs Garden Hotel

Dinahs Garden Palo Alto

Hotel Dinahs Garden

Dinah's Garden Hotel Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel Palo Alto

Dinah's Garden Hotel Hotel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Dinah's Garden Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino M8trix (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Dinah's Garden Hotel and nearby?

Dinah's Garden Hotel has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Dinah's Garden Hotel?

Yes, Poolside Restaurant offers Californian cuisine, pool views, and poolside dining.

What's the area around Dinah's Garden Hotel like?

Dinah's Garden Hotel is located a short 19-minute walk from San Antonio Shopping Center.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool was a highlight, with many guests enjoying its heated and pleasant atmosphere. (42 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property was consistently described as delicious and a highlight of the stay. (16 reviews)
  • Parking was free, easy, and conveniently located near the room. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good poolside food, love the salt water pool, but the best are the fountains and flowers and gardens and koi.
Sara, 2-night trip
Verified

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.
Analy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The place was lovely beautiful property in the restaurant. The sea was amazing.
R, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice room and location
Daniel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly people, the room was nice, enjoyed my stay
Renate, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room and service was great! Food is not the best and giving only 30min of late check out instead of 60 seemed unfriendly
Rodrigo, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was very spacious and clean! Staff was nice and helpful. Would definitely visit again.
Emil, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

good staff
Tsai, 8-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and stylish
venkat, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, the staff was friendly, and the location is perfect for us.
Jonetta, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Susan, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean and comfortable and great location!
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in, nice room, enjoyed the pool restaurant
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved all the Christmas decorations and our spacious, comfortable room!
Christine, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and very comfortable. Hotel staff was very courteous and accommodating. We loved the area surrounding the hotel, it feels more like a resort. I highly recommend if you are looking for a place near Stanford. It made my procedure much more pleasant.
Tim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room. Quiet and clean
Eliana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Every thing and all of the staff were just perfect. Love th w holidaydecorations!
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was very nice. The food was good and the service was very good.
Renate, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Conveniently located, clean and quiet, w/fully professional service.
J, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really convenient, short drive from Palo Alto central area.
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely garden, great staff, delicious meals!
Irma, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff and a nice restaurant menu for dining poolside makes Dinah's Garden Hotel a great place to stay at an affordable rate when in town for work.
Cynthia, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room. May need a vit of renovation
Frederic, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

always clean and friendly
Stacy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay

Hotel was very clean with exceptional grounds.
Michael, 1-night trip