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Dinahs Garden Hotel

4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, US
4.0Very Good
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About this property

Dinah's Garden Hotel is a 3.5-star independent property located in Palo Alto's business district, steps from Silicon Valley and a 5-minute drive from Stanford University. The hotel's Art Deco character and garden setting create a distinctive backdrop for a stay in this Bay Area hub. San Francisco Bay is 9.6 miles away, and Levi's Stadium lies 9.9 miles south.

The hotel offers 129 individually decorated guestrooms, including 33 suites. Each room is equipped with a refrigerator, minibar, complimentary wired and wireless internet access, and a 42-inch LCD television with satellite programming. In-room safes, desks, and daily housekeeping service provide practical conveniences. Guest comfort ratings for the rooms average 4.7 out of 5.

Dining takes place at Poolside Restaurant, which serves Californian cuisine with views of the outdoor pool and bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee, and room service is offered during limited hours. The property features a heated outdoor pool, garden, and terrace for recreation. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, concierge services, free self parking, business center, conference space, fireplace in the lobby, and an electric vehicle charging station. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and does not permit pets; service animals are welcome.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and extends until 1:00 AM, while check-out is at 11:00 AM. A car is recommended for getting around the area. The property has earned an overall guest rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 1,000 reviews.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Dinah's Garden Hotel in Palo Alto, you'll be in the business district, steps from Silicon Valley and a 5-minute drive from Stanford University. This boutique hotel is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from San Francisco Bay and 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Levi's Stadium.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Silicon Valley - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
San Antonio Shopping Center - 1.6 km / 1 mi
San Andreas Fault Trail - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Rengstorff Park - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Palo Alto VA Hospital - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Los Altos History Museum - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Stanford University - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Stevens Creek Trail - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Sierra Vista Park - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Stanford Maples Pavillion - 5.1 km / 3.1 mi
Mountain View Farmers Market - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi
Shoreline Park - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Stanford Stadium - 5.7 km / 3.6 mi
Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi

The nearest airports are:
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 21.9 km / 13.6 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 22.3 km / 13.9 mi
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 39.9 km / 24.8 mi
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 53 km / 32.9 mi

The preferred airport for Dinah's Garden Hotel is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 129 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 42-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

Enjoy Californian cuisine at Poolside Restaurant, a poolside restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a pool view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 1 PM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Palo Alto? This hotel has 180 square feet (17 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

No Hotel Shuttle to airports. 22 Miles to San Francisco Airport (SFO) ($85 - $150)for taxi cab. 11 miles to San Jose Airport(SJC) ($50 - $100) for taxi cab
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
No charge for parking. Space for Bus on side street.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
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.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • $50.00 non-refundable charge; plus any applicable cleaning charges
  • as needed
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per night (for stays between 1 January - 31 December)
  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 25 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees<

Know before you go

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • One child 16 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
  • Contactless check-out is available.