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El Dorado Hotel

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

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El Dorado Hotel in central Sonoma offers beautiful gardens and welcoming common areas. Guests enjoy breakfast, cool off in the seasonal pool, and end evenings with drinks at the bar. The staff is consistently praised for their attentive service.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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
  • 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) | 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
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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
  • 23 sq m
  • 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
  • 23 sq m
  • 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
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
405 First Street West, Sonoma, CA, 95476

What's nearby

  • Sonoma City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sonoma State Historic Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sonoma Plaza - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sebastiani Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission San Francisco Solano - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Hotel near Sonoma Plaza
You can look forward to a garden, a bar, and a restaurant at El Dorado Hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at El Dorado Hotel feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 available

Check-out

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to 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

Does El Dorado Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is El Dorado Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Dorado Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at El Dorado Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Dorado Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Sonoma, this hotel is steps from Sonoma City Hall and Sonoma Plaza. Sonoma Barracks and Mission San Francisco Solano are also within 5 minutes.

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El Dorado Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 481 out of 713 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 713 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 713 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 713 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 713 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

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms. Nice updated decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, staff within the hotel was great and very accommodating. The room was awesome with a great view of the square and surrounding neighborhood. Its an older property so it has a bit of character and depending on the other guests can be loud at times but all in all a very cool place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El dorado hotel was a nice stay when trying to be central in Sonoma.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great little hotel in the perfect location for anyone visisting Sonoma!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely updated and clean. Property is right on the square so very convenient to walk around Sonoma. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

lorraine

Perfect spot

Everything was perfect…staff was amazing…restaurant was great and location was perfect….we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in charming historic district of Sonoma. The room is gib with wonderful large bathrooms equipped with spacious walk in shower, extremely pleased with choice to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ozlem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful hotel and room, friendly and helpful staff. free parking , although limited number of spots. good communication over text messaging. very centrally located. it was loud and noisy at 11pm as they were vacuuming and cleaning the whole hotel. not a lot of places to sit in the lobby, limited access to coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located in close proximity to a park, dining options, and shops. A clean, cozy room with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value and a nice, upgraded property right on the Square. Walkable dining options and boutique shops. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

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
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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

lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sacha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

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

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff…excellent accommodations!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, appropriately modernized, but still retains it's historic charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for Sonoma wine tasting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benito

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property, they gave us a private room and I was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and staff was amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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