Dinah's Garden Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (1421 reviews)
4261 El Camino Real , Palo Alto , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful grounds
Friendly staff
Cons:
Flooding issue
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
The room was clean & comfortable, but some issues reported with flooding and maintenance.
Service
9.63
Staff were pleasant and efficient, but there were complaints of rudeness from one server.
Location
9.67
Great location near Stanford campus with peaceful surroundings.
Room Quality
9.62
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, with excellent views.
Amenities
9.65
Beautiful grounds, excellent pools, and spa tub.
Value for Money
8.61
Pricing felt high given the experience with maintenance issues.
Food and Beverage
8.66
Restaurant quality varied; some excellent meals, but also noted low quality.
Overall Experience
9.63
Overall a very enjoyable stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 23:09

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations with Modern Amenities

Surrounded by lagoons and waterfalls, Dinah’s Garden Hotel offers free fiber-optic Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and outdoor pool. Guest rooms feature a refrigerator, coffee maker, and safety deposit box.

Dining Options to Satisfy Every Craving

Enjoy made-to-order meals at Dinah's Poolside Restaurant with a full bar and California craft beers. Indulge in fresh seafood at THE SEA by Alexander's Steakhouse.

Convenient Location and Facilities

Located 3.5 miles from downtown Palo Alto and 14 miles from San Jose International Airport, with Stanford University nearby. Stay fit at the gym with indoor and outdoor facilities and benefit from complimentary self-parking.

Book now for a luxurious stay at Dinah’s Garden Hotel!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.


Please contact customer service directly for all changes/modifications to reservations.

Please note: Rates are based on check in date and length of stay shown. Should a guest depart prior to the departure date confirmed for any reason, the hotel may impose an early departure fee of 1 night’s room rate.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SFO

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1421 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 9.63
Location: 9.67
Room Quality: 9.62
Amenities: 9.65
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 8.66
Overall Experience: 9.63
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Irina • couple • am
9
Pros:

Все, кроме кухни и официантов.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • extended_group • us
10
This place is an oasis of beauty and tranquility.
Pros:

Room was spacious, quiet and comfortable. Housekeeping was very friendly and professional. We got an upper level room at the back and didn't have a view of the gorgeous fountain areas, but it was still very quiet. Temperature control was great and lighting had many dimmers and options. Blackout curtains were perfect.

Cons:

Check-in person was a little short, but checkout person at front desk person was very friendly. So, just a little mixed there. The shower head was a bit too controlled (low water flow).

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Chao • couple • us
2
It’s my second time here looking forward to a comfortable night of stay until after ordering some food and looked for a
Pros:

Very comfortable environment/setting

Cons:

Dirty, not clean, with bugs.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Dawna • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • couple • us
8
Comfortable, convenient hotel.
Pros:

Free parking, good location, spacious room, comfortable bed.

Cons:

A comfortable chair in the room would have been appreciated.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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G6350VZdavidm • Solo travel
10
Real personal attention
Pros:

Beautiful hotel c polynesian art koi ponds large quiet r ooms and pool and nice restaurant. Personal attrention. Originally full due to Stanford grad week they called me back when they had a cancellation. Real gem Woul return anytime . Tesla chargers too

2026-06-21 • via Tripadvisor
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Jeanette • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Mooi opgezet complex met tuinen en een zwembad. Ruime kamer.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Catarina • family_with_children • se
8
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Oussama • solo_traveller • ma
10
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Osa • solo_traveller • us
8
A tropical vibe!
Pros:

I liked the salt water swimming pool and the grounds were pretty!

Cons:

The room had a slight mold smell when I walked in

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Steven • family_with_children • at
10
Cute family owned place.
Pros:

Pool is nice, family friendly, just right.

Cons:

restaurant: hair in my omelette-Yuck!

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Elvira • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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ana • solo_traveller • br
10
Espetacular e aconchegante
Pros:

Espaço, camas confortáveis ambiente autêntico, silencioso, frente para árvores, pia prática para fazer café pia banheiro em ambientes diferente do chuveiro e vaso sanitário

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Sonia • solo_traveller • il
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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drbart • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

- Zen environment, truly an island in the midst of hectic silicon valley.

- actual blackout curtain

- on-site Tesla chargers (albeit at 6kw)

- great pool, poolside restaurant and snacks

Cons:

- bright a/c power on light, sorry of cancels the benefit of the blackout curtain

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Sandeep • couple • de
10
Pros:

Amazing hotel, looking forward to staying there again.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Keeley • couple • us
10
Amazing
Pros:

It’s a very beautiful, well kept property. Booked this place because I read that they had a koi pond and it didn’t disappoint. The staff were also very helpful and friendly. I’d recommend staying here!

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Martini • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The garden and pool

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Sonia • couple • il
9
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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kathleenept2026 • Family
10
It"s the Best!
Pros:

There is no better place to stay !! Everyone is so Friendly and helpful!! Such a peaceful place to stay. So so Beautiful with the creek and koi fish and ducks !!
The food is delicious and they have the Best cup of coffee!! Can't wait to go back!!!

2026-05-30 • via Tripadvisor