Dinah's Garden Hotel
Hotel, 4-star4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, United StatesShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for location, amenities and service.
9.21,456Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at 4261 El Camino Real.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
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.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
Rooms
9.2
Top rated
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 1,456 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.2
- Service9.6
- Location9.7
- Rooms9.6
- Amenities9.7
- Value8.6
- Food & drink8.7
Guests mention
Beautiful groundsFriendly staff
ChristianCHEin höschst angenehmes Hotel - freue mich auf das nächste Mal
Das Aussehen und die Lage von Dinah's Garden ist super. Ich komme seit Jahren ins Dinah's und freue mich jedes Mal über die Ambiance und die Zufahrt zum Hotel.
AmritaSGThe property is beautiful and well maintained. But the rooms are jaded and really need to be spruced up and renovated. Also while the person at the reception checking us in was great, the other people have been rude…
liuUnited Stateswifi is weak wifi is weak wifi is weak
wifi is weak
wifi is weak
Juan PabloColombiaMuy conveniente
Ubicación
Na
Dr SunnyMUIt was delightful and I will come again
room, staff, food, pool, gym. The staff were lovely - and the canals and the gardens were lovely
Nothing
FrankUnited StatesDecent stay in Palo Alto
The room was spacious and mostly clean and the beds were comfortable. The location was OK for our Stanford campus visit but traffic to and from the hotel can be painful depending on the time of day.
The bathroom was not…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, United States
Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.
Shopping
- Stanford Shopping Center1.4 km
Top attractions
- Stanford University (Main Quad & Hoover Tower)1.8 km
- Cantor Arts Center (Stanford)1.9 km
- HP Garage (Birthplace of Silicon Valley)2.3 km
- Downtown Palo Alto / University Avenue (shops & restaurants)3.2 km
- Computer History Museum (Mountain View)6.5 km
Nearby
- Palo Alto Caltrain Station3.0 km
Nature
- Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve4.2 km
Airports
- San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)20.5 km
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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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.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Dinah's Garden Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Dinah's Garden Hotel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Dinah's Garden Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Dinah's Garden Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Dinah's Garden Hotel have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at Dinah's Garden Hotel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Dinah's Garden Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Dinah's Garden Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Dinah's Garden Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Dinah's Garden Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Dinah's Garden Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Dinah's Garden Hotel?
4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA.
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