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El Dorado Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A restaurant with wicker furniture, large windows, and a chef preparing food.
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A hotel room with a large bed, a view through the sliding glass doors, a modern chandelier, and a painting on the wall.
A hallway with a patterned carpet, doors on both sides, and overhead lighting.
A two-story building with a balcony and a sign that reads "Hotel El Dorado."

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$468
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Explore the area

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405 First Street West, Sonoma, CA, 95476
  • Place, Sonoma Plaza
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sonoma City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Francisco Solano
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark blue chair, a small table with a lamp, and a patterned rug.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with a white comforter, a black nightstand with a green vase and a white mug, and a wall with a black and beige patterned wallpaper.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A neatly made bed with a tray of amenities including a bottle, a glass, and a candle.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Plaza)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling light fixture, a patterned wall, and a view through a glass door.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Patio

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a black pillow, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a window with daylight.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Patio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a small table with a plate of food, a lamp, and a patterned wallpaper.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a patterned wallpaper, a blue armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bed with white linens.

Room, 1 King Bed (Plaza)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Sonoma

At El Dorado Hotel you'll be within steps of Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma Presidio. 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. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. 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 Plaza - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sonoma City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sonoma State Historic Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sebastiani Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission San Francisco Solano - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 36 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonoma Cheese Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Town Square - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Girl & The Fig - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Steiners Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Caffé - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Dorado Hotel

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 a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 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 a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 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 self 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • 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
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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 17 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Dorado Hotel on 17 Nov 2026 start from NZ$468, 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?

Dogs are welcome at El Dorado Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 27 kg per pet.

El Dorado Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 856 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 856 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 856 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 856 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 856 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic Inn right on the Sonoma Plaza, delicious restaurant, and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a more beautiful hotel than we expected - really lovely. And the restaurant is great as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are lovely and the bed is extremely comfortable. The onsite restaurant is delicious and staff are so helpful. Enjoyed the pool and would definitely come back and stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, updated room. Friendly staff and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel on the square with a great restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I found the staff very helpful and friendly. We had an amazing stay where everything was easy! I highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, modern, unique and very clean with fun amenities like the pool and bicycles. Location is great for good food, the Sonoma Overlook Trail, and the paved bike trail through town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel. They have their own parking lot!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Parking very easy the front lady friendly profesional and great welcome whit a glass of wine The staff super nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here for years. Great location, nice rooms, beautiful bathrooms and my favorite … fluffy white towels! Love the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing boutique hotel ! Great location , very helpful staff .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Had a great stay. Loved the room. Great service and delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Wonderful people.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the initial glass of wine at check-in, we were wowed by your hotel. Very elegant, clean and comfortable. Location was perfect for access to the square. Everyone was friendly and helpful. We'll Be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and the staff were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible hotel and restaurant! Best location too!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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very cute little room!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience. I strongly recommend it. Super Clean and luxury hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful, the staff amazing and very accommodating. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location! Very clean throughout. Parking is a great added perk and convenient. Staff is exceptional. If I visit again it will be my go to place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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