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El Dorado Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Sonoma Plaza

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)
Patio King Room | Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Lunch and dinner served, Californian cuisine
Staircase

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
The current price is NZ$411
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

Explore the area

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405 First Street West, Sonoma, CA, 95476
  • Sonoma Plaza
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Mission San Francisco Solano
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double Double)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double Double)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double Double)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • 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)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Standard Deluxe King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Patio King Room

Patio King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Plaza Deluxe King (Plaza view).

Plaza Deluxe King (Plaza view).

Plaza Deluxe King (Plaza view).

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Plaza King Room (Plaza view)

Plaza King Room (Plaza view)

Plaza King Room (Plaza view)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Sonoma

At El Dorado Hotel you'll be within steps of Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma State Historic Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, El Dorado Kitchen, serves Californian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available daily. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Sonoma hotel include Napa Valley Wine Train and Sonoma Raceway.

What's nearby

  • Sonoma City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission San Francisco Solano - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Buena Vista Winery - 7 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 36 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Girl & The Fig - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sonoma Cheese Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Steiners Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Caffé - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mary's Pizza Shack - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Dorado Hotel

Hotel with free parking, steps from Sonoma Plaza
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at El Dorado Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Sonoma hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
El Dorado Hotel offers 27 accommodations with iPod docking stations and a safe. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Sonoma hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 9 to 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • El Dorado Kitchen

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 17 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in November.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at El Dorado Hotel?

El Dorado Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Dorado Hotel?

As of 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Dorado Hotel on 6 Oct 2025 start from NZ$411.09, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at El Dorado Hotel?

Yep, El Dorado Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does El Dorado Hotel have a pool?

El Dorado Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from May to November.

Does El Dorado Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Dorado Hotel?

No, El Dorado Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Dorado Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Californian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at El Dorado Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Dorado Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

El Dorado Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 467 out of 695 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 695 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 695 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 695 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 695 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the hotel. Beautiful design.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lise

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. Very clean (except for the balcony). Amazing staff. Amazing toiletries. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ann

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sonoma stay

Check in was friendly and easy, parking is free!!, restaurant is fabulous, and the room was very comfortable. Great they they have espresso machine, cold water, terrace, modern bathroom. Only complaint is it’s an old building without elevator and my bags were heavy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pablo was upbeat and kind when we checked in. They offered early check in and kindly gave us an upgraded room because it was a less busy night. The property is clean, well upgraded and located so close to a lovely park and town square. There is a good dinnerhouse in the building and many other great restaurants within blocks. Fab location w parking Great hotel,!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay right on the plaza.. excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming, clean and convenient. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara, Medford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect, right on the plaza and walking distance to dozens of restaurants, bars and shops as well as a beautiful park across the street. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The bed was comfortable, shower was very nice. Absolutely loved this hotel, will stay again! The only two items that may be an issue for some are that the room was very small, we had maybe 2 feet on each side of the bed to walk around, and the other is parking. The hotel has a very small parking lot in the back that is a little tricky to get in/out of and there is street parking but it's all limited time parking unless you go 2-3 blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora Kiia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann-sofi

Travelled with family
Clean nice people working there
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Palo Alto

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous hotel in the heart of Sonoma. Lots of boutiques and restaurants within walking distance. Staff was super friendly and the hotel was impeccably clean. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Shower was excellent. Convenient to restaurants, shops etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, nice rooms, friendly staff & greeting upon arrival!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Mason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing! Welcoming and kind. Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

Beautiful hotel in a great location. They are not the nicest at the front desk and really gave us a hard time about checking in at 3.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Madison

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carl

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night, but it was perfect. The rooms, though small, were well-appointed and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The hotel’s location is unbeatable—right on the square and within walking distance of everything Sonoma has to offer. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025