El Dorado Hotel

Hotels
9.3 (345 reviews)
405 First Street West , Sonoma , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Concierge service
Allergy-free room
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Some noise disturbances
Rooms can be small

Categories

Cleanliness
9.26
Reviews indicate rooms are clean, but some noted slight issues.
Service
9.73
Staff were consistently described as helpful and courteous.
Location
9.77
Frequently praised for its central location, close to attractions.
Room Quality
8.92
Rooms were comfortable, but some found them slightly small.
Amenities
8.75
Basic amenities were good, but limited information was found.
Value for Money
9.21
Overall value considered good based on location and service.
Food and Beverage
9.26
Restaurant options rated highly; food quality praised.
Overall Experience
9.53
General consensus of positive experience with few negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 01:39

Property Description

Historic Building and Outdoor Pool
Set in a historic building with a prime location across from Sonoma Plaza, our hotel boasts an inviting outdoor swimming pool for guests to relax and unwind.

Luxurious Room Amenities
Each guest room at El Dorado Hotel is equipped with modern comforts such as a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, and a refrigerator. Enjoy the added luxury of a private balcony or patio, along with well-appointed en suite bathrooms.

Convenient Facilities and Nearby Attractions
Our hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, meeting facilities, and a restaurant on-site. Explore Mission San Francisco Solano just a short walk away, and discover a variety of dining and shopping options within minutes. Book your stay with us for a memorable experience in Sonoma, California.

Important information:

Please note that the pool is seasonal and is closed from November to April.

Due to the historic nature of the property, the building has no elevator. There are 4 ground level rooms available.

Parking is very limited and is based upon availability.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Fri, Oct 31, 2025 until Tue, Mar 31, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SFO

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 345 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.26
Service: 9.73
Location: 9.77
Room Quality: 8.92
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 9.21
Food and Beverage: 9.26
Overall Experience: 9.53
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Rita • couple • us
10
What a treat, felt pampered and spoiled!
Pros:

Perfect location , beautiful hotel, super comfy beds, linens and decor. Wonderful staff and through communication.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Sara • solo_traveller • us
10
Great stay! I will definitely be back!
Pros:

The property was located in an excellent area and the facilities were beautiful. The restaurant was really tasty and the staff were exceptionally accommodating and friendly.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • couple • us
10
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • us
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Jean • couple • us
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Breakfast was great as was dinner

Cons:

Bed too high but comfy otherwise
Room price higher than expected

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alina • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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julien • solo_traveller • us
10
very nice
Pros:

great location nice room

Cons:

some light pollution

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • us
9
Friendly staff and comfort! Will be back again!
Pros:

Location was perfect. Walking distances to restaurants and wine tasting.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ron • extended_group • us
8
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Johnathan • couple • us
9
Pros:

The hotel accomdations and location were great. Staff was very helpful. Highly recommend The El Dorado Hotel.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • us
7
Pros:

Restaurant, service, location were all excellent. The rooms have been updated nicely. The amenities and location justified the price.

Cons:

The pool needs to be updated to match the rest of the upgrades. It was a bit underwhelming compared to everything else and the website made it look like it was a bit nicer. The website also made it seem as though there was more service at the pool, however it was very limited.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • us
10
Weekend getaway
Pros:

Centrally located

Cons:

Limited parking

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Clayton • couple • us
8
2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Jody • couple • us
10
2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • us
10
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Kevin • couple • us
10
Pros:

Beautiful stay!

2025-12-30 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
9
Beautiful building and rooms.
Pros:

Everything, except, one thing.

Cons:

The closet had NO way of hanging pants. Only shirt or jacket hangers.

2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
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Jasmina • couple • us
9
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Andrew • couple • us
10
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Stacey Paul • couple • us
10
2025-11-16 • via Nuitee