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El Dorado Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Sonoma Plaza

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In the heart of Sonoma, El Dorado Hotel offers a charming getaway with lush gardens and inviting spaces. Enjoy breakfast, unwind by the seasonal pool, or sip on a drink at the bar. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Cable TV service
$191 nightly
The total price is $220
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double Double) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double Double)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Plaza Deluxe King) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Plaza Deluxe King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Courtyard Deluxe King) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Courtyard Deluxe King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Patio Deluxe King-ADA Accessible) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Patio Deluxe King-ADA Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Standard Deluxe King)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Standard Deluxe King) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Standard Deluxe King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Plaza King)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Plaza King) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Plaza King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
405 First Street West, Sonoma, CA, 95476

What's nearby

  • Sonoma City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sonoma State Historic Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sebastiani Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission San Francisco Solano - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 49 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 55 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 97 min drive
  • Santa Rosa Station - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Square - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Girl & The Fig - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Steiners Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sonoma Cheese Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Caffé - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Dorado Hotel

El Dorado Hotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma Raceway. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at El Dorado Kitchen, which serves Californian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 27 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 60 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

El Dorado Kitchen - This restaurant specializes in Californian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 9 to 17 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to November

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

Also known as

Dorado Hotel
El Dorado Hotel
El Dorado Hotel Sonoma
El Dorado Sonoma
Hotel Dorado
Hotel El Dorado
El Dorado Hotel And Kitchen
El Dorado Hotel Kitchen
El Dorado Hotel Hotel
El Dorado Hotel Sonoma
El Dorado Hotel Hotel Sonoma

Frequently asked questions

Does El Dorado Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, El Dorado Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at El Dorado Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at El Dorado Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 60 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at El Dorado Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Dorado Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at El Dorado Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Parkwest Casino Sonoma (26-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at El Dorado Hotel and nearby?

El Dorado Hotel has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near El Dorado Hotel?

Yes, El Dorado Kitchen offers Californian cuisine.

What's the area around El Dorado Hotel like?

El Dorado Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Sonoma Plaza and 3 minutes' walk from Mission San Francisco Solano.

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El Dorado Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Restaurant
Service staff
Location
Square
Food
Bed
Store
Parking
Kitchen

What guests liked

  • The property's restaurant is exceptional and offers delicious dining options with friendly service. (8 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property restaurant was delicious and a highlight of the stay. (5 reviews)
  • The property's pool was a delight for a morning swim, warm, and lovely to spend time at. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A perfect place to stay in Sonoma. Remodeled and very clean that provides a very comfortable stay. Great rain shower 2!
Larry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming hotel. Staff was helpful.
Renee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Adam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great little hotel in the perfect location for anyone visisting Sonoma!
Ken, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect spot

Everything was perfect…staff was amazing…restaurant was great and location was perfect….we will be back!
lorraine, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay right on the plaza.. excellent location
Gracie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value and a nice, upgraded property right on the Square. Walkable dining options and boutique shops. Would definitely stay here again.
Deborah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is located in close proximity to a park, dining options, and shops. A clean, cozy room with friendly staff
Nelson, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Loved the location. The bed was super comfortable. Very clean. Front desk staff was very friendly and helpful. We had breakfast in the restaurant and it was delicious. Location convenient for walking around the plaza and also for exploring the surrounding area of Sonoma and Napa
Sharon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice rooms, friendly staff & greeting upon arrival!
Dina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property. Hotel had great amenities and very nice little touch’s. Bed and pillows are very comfortable Rooms are a bit small but for a night or two it’s perfect. Hotel restaurant was delicious. Highly recommend!
lori, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the hotel. Beautiful design.
Kylee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We looooooved this hotel!! Bed was comfortable and the room was modern. We had a terrace too which was nice. The room was small but worked for us, we weren’t there except at night. Hotel staff was so helpful and friendly. Can’t beat the location right on the square
Amy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, freshly renovated historic hotel in the downtown Sonoma square. Could not recommend it enough. the restaraunt in the hotel is also fabulous for all 3 meals of the day.
Sacha, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A perfect location on the square with delicious dining options and a lovely patio. Can’t wait to come back for a couple’s getaway again soon!
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming, clean and convenient. I would stay here again.
Danette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff…excellent accommodations!
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, appropriately modernized, but still retains it's historic charm.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay for Sonoma wine tasting.
kelsey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the property, they gave us a private room and I was perfect!
Benito, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the El Dorado— right in the center of everything— we will *definitely* be staying here again!
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and staff was amazing!!
Kris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel at downtown Sonoma

Quick one night getaway to Sonoma, staying at El Dorado. This hotel is my favorite in the area. Location is great and rooms are really nice, quiet, and clean.
Miika, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean nice people working there
Ann-sofi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and great location. Restaurant is exceptional!
Kristi, 1-night trip