Dinah's Garden Hotel

4261 El Camino Real

Palo Alto, CA US

Rating: MOBIL RATING3 STARS

Imagine a lush sanctuary in the midst of the Silicon Valley, add the technological conveniences you need to stay connected and you have imagined Dinah's Garden Hotel. Dinah's, a distinctive boutique hotel in the heart of the "Silicon Valley" in Palo Alto, the home of Stanford University, that is minutes from San Jose or San Francisco. Our accommodations are 3 miles south of Stanford University, Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto, and just minutes from corporate offices and headquarters throughout the valley from Redwood Shores to San Jose. It is our combination of business amenities, personal service, and the acres of exquisite tropical gardens, that gives Dinah's Garden Hotel guests the feeling that they have found their own piece of paradise when staying on the peninsula. The allure of Dinah's Garden Hotel is not merely the acres of sculptured gardens and elegant statuary, it is our commitment to our guests and their guests that has them returning to Dinah's Garden Hotel time and again. All of the accommodations at Dinah's Garden Hotel are appointed with feather-soft beds, which are triple-sheeted (with 500-count cotton sheets), two-line speaker phone system (with data port), large desk-work areas, free high-speed internet access - T1, Wi/Fi access in the lobby and at poolside, refrigerators with mini bar, free in-room safes and safe deposit boxes in the lobby, Moulton & Brown bath amenities, San Jose Mercury News (Sat & Sun). Daily turn down service includes fresh fruit; Ghirardelli Chocolates at your bedside. Accommodations have iron and ironing board, complimentary coffee - tea service, cable news-sports programming and HBO, as well as Nintendo (for children of all ages) and in-room movies.

Room Information

King Garden Room

Feature spacious accommodations, with tiled entries and either a private balcony, sitting area or garden patio, in addition to the amenities previously mentioned.

Deluxe Lagoon Rooms

Rooms come with either one King, two Queens or two double beds.These accommodations are slightly more spacious and are located beside our lagoon filled with koi, fountains, waterfalls and lush gardens. Each has a sitting area, wet bar with sink, Dinah's Robes and distinct dÃ©cor's, in addition to the amenities previously mentioned. AREA AND WORK DESK WITH FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET ACCESS. THESE CLUB STUDIOS ARE PERFECT FOR A GUEST STAYING FOR A WEEK OR WORKING ON A EXTENDED PROJECT FOR A MONTH OR MORE. IN THE CLUB STUDIOS WE ALSO OFFER A COMPLIMENTARY GROCERY SHOPPING SERVICE FOR OUR GUESTS CONVENIENCE.

Executive Suite

Located in our all suites building with view our gardens. The Executive Suites have a Steam-Shower, exercise bike, unique interior designs, and designer furniture, Dinah's Robes & Slippers, as well as a stovetop, microwave, dishwasher and china.

King International Theme Suites

These rooms were designed to create a special feeling, take you to a different place, maybe one you've been to or just read about. From the African Suite to the Shanghai Suite, with their exotic woods, mirrored dressing rooms and marble bathrooms, will take you on a journey without ever having to leave our hotel. Our international suites also offer in addition to the amenities previously mentioned, stove tops, microwaves, cutlery, china, glass ware, dishwashers and a shopping service (for those that feel like dining in).

King Executive Lanai Suites

Are located on the lagoon with view of tropical gardens or in our all suites building with view our gardens. These premium suites include either fireplaces, a Jacuzzi Tub or Steam-Shower, exercise bike, at your finger tip light controls, unique interior designs, designer furniture, Dinah's Robes and Slippers, in addition to the other amenities we have mentioned.

King Bali Signature Suite

As you enter this suite you might well feel as though you are in Bali with its view of the lagoon, tropical plants, waterfalls and fountains. This suite is tastefully decorated with imported furnishing from throughout the Pacific Rim. It also has a stunning granite shower and steam room, with multiple directional shower headÂ’s, as well as a gas fireplace, to complete this tranquil setting

King FDR Signature Suite

From the slate stone entrance (co-located with one the Executive Lanai Suites Room 505) to the stained glass framed bathroom mirrors the FDR Suite is one of our premier signature suites. Besides the distinctive furniture some of which is imported from Indonesia to the spacious bathroom with itÂ’s granite shower and steam room. This suite is truly suited for a President of any Company or Country. Despite the name we cannot claim that FDR ever graced us with his presence.

Railroad Baron Signature Suite

Designed for the train enthusiast in all of us, from the rich mahogany four post bed, to the ten gauge train which you control (from the bedside) as it puffs and whistles itÂ’s way around hand painted country scenes until it arrives back at the station for waiting passengers. The description pales by comparison to the experience and unique design.

Fountain Signature Suite

This suite is located on the lagoon and has itÂ’s own covered private entrance. Once inside this stunning one bedroom Suite we are sure that you will be taken by itÂ’s hardwood floors, sitting area with marble fireplace, vaulted ceilings, dinning alcove (for up to eight guestÂ’s) and the private deck on the lagoon. This suite and itÂ’s unique setting is the perfect private retreat for the newly wedded or business traveler who seeks a private retreat or a team meeting of the minds.

Asian Sunset Signature Suite

The spectacular Asian Sunset Suite is the only two bedrooms, two and a half bathroom suite on property. This Suite was designed for the discerning traveler who wants the ability to enjoy itÂ’s splendor in peace at the end of a hectic day or be able to entertain an intimate party of guestÂ’s or colleagues. The rose wood dinning room table can accommodate up to six guest and the sitting area easily up to eight and has itÂ’s own tastefully decorated guest bathroom. Like our International Theme Suites, the suite offers a stove top, Double Door Refrigerator, granite counter tops, microwave, cutlery, china, glass ware, dishwashers and a shopping service for those who either prefer to cook for themselves or their guests.

One Bedroom Apartment

DinahÂ’s Club One Bedroom Apartments are in a complex with its own swimming pool , fitness center with a sauna and laundry facilities. Each Apartment has two double beds, features a full kitchen, separate living area, two phones, balconey or deck, large work desk and free high speed internet access. Our One Bedroom Apartments are perfect for a guest or a family staying for a week or working on a extended project for a month or more. In the Club One Bedroom Apartments we also offer a complimentary grocery shopping service for our guests convenience.

Dinahs Club Studio

DinahÂ’s Club StudioÂ’s are in a complex with its own swimming pool , fitness center with a sauna and laundry facilities. Each studio has two double beds, features a full kitchen, living area and work desk with free high speed internet access. These Club StudioÂ’s are perfect for a guest staying for a week or working on a extended project for a month or more. In the Club StudioÂ’s we also offer a complimentary grocery shopping service for our guests convenience.

Directions

FROM SAN FRANCISCO INTL AIRPORT: S

TAKE HWY 101 SOUTH TO PALO ALTO -AROUND 22 MILES-. IN PALO ALTO EXIT AT SAN ANTONIO ROAD SOUTH AND DRIVE 2 MILES TO EL CAMINO REAL. ON EL CAMINO REAL MAKE A RIGHT AND AT DINAHS COURT -THREE LIGHTS UP THE ROAD- MAKE ANOTHER RIGHT. YOU HAVE REACHED DINAHS GARDEN HOTEL ON 4261 EL CAMINO REAL.

COMING FROM THE NORTH ON 280 SOUTH BOUND: N

EXIT AT PAGEMILL AND MAKE A LEFT AT THE INTERSECTION UNDER 280 DRIVE ABOUT 2 MILES TO EL CAMINO REAL. MAKE A RIGHT AT EL CAMINO REAL DRIVE ABOUT 1 MILE DOWN TO DINAHS COURT. DINAHS GARDEN HOTEL IS ON THE LEFT.

COMING FROM THE SOUTH ON 280 NORTH BOUND: S

EXIT AT EL MONTE ROAD GOING TO THE RIGHT DRIVE ABOUT 1/2 MILE TO FOOTHILL EXPRESSWAY. MAKE A LEFT ONTO FOOTHILL EXPRESSWAY DRIVE ON LIGHT DOWN TO SAN ANTONIO ROAD. MAKE A RIGHT ONTO SAN ANTONIO ROAD DRIVE ABOUT 2 MILES TO EL CAMINO REAL. MAKE A LEFT ONTO EL CAMINO REAL DRIVE ONE MILE -3 LIGHTS- TO DINAHS COURT. DINAHS GARDEN HOTEL IS ON THE RIGHT.

COMING FROM THE NORTH ON 101 SOUTH BOUND: N

EXIT AT SAN ANTONIO ROAD SOUTH TOWARDS LOS ALTOS DRIVE DOWN ABOUT 2 MILES TO EL CAMINO REAL. MAKE A RIGHT ONTO EL CAMINO REAL DRIVE ONE MILE -3 LIGHTS- TO DINAHS COURT. DINAHS GARDEN HOTEL IS ON THE RIGHT.

COMING FROM THE SOUTH ON 101 NORTH BOUND: S

EXIT AT SAN ANTONIO ROAD AND MAKE A LEFT AT THE STOP SIGN OVER 101 DRIVE ABOUT 2 MILES TO EL CAMINO REAL. MAKE A RIGHT AT EL CAMINO REAL DRIVE ONE MILE -3 LIGHTS- TO DINAHS COURT. DINAHS GARDEN HOTEL IS ON THE RIGHT.

Restaurants

TRADER VICS

MON 5PM - 11PM / TUES - FRI 11.30AM - 2PM AND 5PM - 11PM / SAT 5PM-11.30PM / SUN 5PM - 10PM STANDARD IS MINIMUM OF BUSINESS CASUAL A MIXTURE OF EUROPEAN ASIAN AND POLYNESIAN-FUSION CUISINES TRADER VICS OPENED ITS 22ND LOCATION AT DINAHS GARDEN HOTEL. THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED RESTAURANT WHICH OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED LATE NOVEMBER 2001 IS THE FIRST TRADER VICS TO OPEN IN THE UNITED STATES IN 28 YEARS. THE RESTAURANT OFFERS AN EXOTIC MENU PERMEATED WITH EUROPEAN CHINESE AND POLYNESIAN INFLUENCES. SPECIALTIES INCLUDE WOOD-FIRED OVEN DELIGHTS REMINISCENT OF THE HAN DYNASTY AND EXQUISITE WOK SELECTIONS SUCH AS THE PORK CHOP HAWAIIAN WITH MAUI ONIONS MARMALADE OLIVE OIL MASHED POTATOES SNOW PEAS BLACK MUSHROOMS AND RED BELL PEPPERS.

THE POOL SIDE GRILL

6.30AM - 3PM DAILY CASUAL TO BUSINESS ATTIRE AMERICAN STYLE- BREAKFAST AND LUNCH THE POOL SIDE GRILL - HAS BECOME A PALO ALTO TRADITION SERVING A SELECTION OF DELICIOUS FAVORITES FROM THEIR DESIGN YOUR OMELETS TO USDA PRIME BEEF BURGERS. DINE WITH FELLOW GUESTS AND LOCALS ALIKE WHO HAVE COME TO APPRECIATE NOT ONLY THE QUALITY OF FOOD BUT THE QUALITY OF SERVICE AS WELL.

TRADER VICS BAR

MON 5PM - 11PM / TUES - FRI 11.30AM - 2PM AND 5PM - 11PM / SAT 5PM-11.30PM / SUN 5PM - 10PM BUSINESS CASUAL APPETIZERS SANDWICHES SALADS AND WOOD FIRED PIZZAS POLYNESIAN THEME AND DESIGN WITH ORIGINAL ARTIFACTS FROM THIS REGION. THE TIKI LOUNGE OFFERS EXOTIC TROPICAL DRINKS AND TRADER VICS WORLD FAMOUS MAI TIA.