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El Dorado Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Sonoma Plaza

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Patio King Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard King Room | Terrace/patio
Lunch and dinner served, Californian cuisine
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
405 First Street West, Sonoma, CA, 95476
  • Sonoma City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Sonoma Plaza
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Double Room (2 Queen Beds)

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

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Patio King Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Patio King Room

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

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

Standard Deluxe King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Courtyard Deluxe Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Courtyard Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Plaza King Room (Plaza view) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Plaza King Room (Plaza view)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Plaza Deluxe Room (Plaza view) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Plaza Deluxe Room (Plaza view)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sonoma

In Sonoma .With a stay at this Sonoma hotel, you'll be steps from Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma State Historic Park. Sonoma City Hall and Sonoma Barracks are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Sonoma City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sonoma Plaza - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission San Francisco Solano - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Buena Vista Winery - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Girl & The Fig - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Valley Bar and Bottle Offices - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Diner Sonoma - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mary's Pizza Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Steiners Tavern - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Dorado Hotel

3.5-star hotel near 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 safes. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, 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 bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 guestroom 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 each accommodation.

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

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

How close is El Dorado Hotel to the airport?

El Dorado Hotel is 31.1 mi (55-min drive) away from the Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Dorado Hotel on Jul 24, 2025 start from $246.5, excluding 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.

Does El Dorado Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Dorado Hotel.

Does El Dorado Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at El Dorado Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 9 and 17 per person.

Is there a casino at El Dorado Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Parkwest Casino Sonoma (26-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at El Dorado Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at El Dorado Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does El Dorado Hotel have a pool?

El Dorado Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does El Dorado Hotel have a restaurant?

El Dorado Hotel is home to El Dorado Kitchen, which features Californian cuisine.

Does El Dorado Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is El Dorado Hotel to downtown Sonoma?

El Dorado Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Sonoma.

El Dorado Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 669 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 669 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 669 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 669 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 669 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

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

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Miika

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
👍✔️👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
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

Benito

Traveled with partner
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

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the El Dorado— right in the center of everything— we will *definitely* be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and beautiful room. The water pressure in the shower was amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! Lots of extra special touches that felt above and beyond. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark, San Carlos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The water pressure was horrible, almost impossible to take a shower.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janie

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed rooms on the square. Easy to get to hiking trails, restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, lovely, comfy bed, friendly helpful staff. Conveniently Right on Sonoma square. Had breakfast at Hotel restaurant. Everyone in our party of 9 loved our breakfast. Only negative is no elevator…we were ok, but if anyone cannot manage stairs, they wouldn’t want to stay here. Because it’s a certified historical building, I guess this exempts them from having handicapped accommodations? Otherwise it was an excellent experience and we’d return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

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

It was perfect (but…)

The room was nicely designed and comfortable, it looked exactly like shown in the pictures but def a bit small but fine for our short stay. The restaurant is AWESOME, you won’t want to eat anywhere else. The only problem was that the walls are super thin. Our room was near the HVAC system so we had a lot of extra noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

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

Lovely hotel on the square!

This is a very nice older hotel located right on Sonoma Square. The rooms have been nicely remodeled. Bed was super comfortable and bathroom was quite large. There is a nice restaurant on site. The staff were extremely nice and helpful. Only reason I did not give this gem of a hotel 5 stars was that they have an older HVAC system, and in our room, it was very loud. It kept waking us every time it kicked on. We expressed our dissatisfaction when we were checking out and the very nice person at the front desk explained about the old HVAC and said the hotel will be upgrading it in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024