Name: Ledson Hotel & Zina Lounge
Address: 480 First Street East, Downtown Sonoma, Sonoma, California, United States of America, Sonoma, Sonoma County, US
Price range: $454–$460 per night
Rating: 8.8

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Ledson Hotel & Zina Lounge stands out for its central Sonoma Plaza location, elegant and quiet rooms—often with balconies and period decor—and personable staff, creating a boutique, intimate stay that many guests find memorable.

Several reviews note limited on-site staffing and an early lobby closure, making it less full-service than some travelers expect. Guests repeatedly mention the lack of breakfast and on-site restaurant or bar, and room service is not available, though dining options are steps away. A few mention higher prices and occasional maintenance quirks. Best for travelers who value boutique charm over full-service amenities.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

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Facilities

Facilities are limited at this small, six-room property, with few common areas and an early lobby closure reported. Not a full-service setup.

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4

Elizabeth

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Just a weird place. No staff. Walls were all beat up in the room. The downstairs was never open. Would definitely not return.

8

Glen

Jan 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Would’ve loved a breakfast included. They no longer have a restaurant or a full bar, but the rooms are incredibly beautiful and such amazing woodwork in the floors, rooms, etc. Elegant hotel

10

richard

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Great location, very friendly staff, really comfortable room good coffee in the morning.

10

Brad

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A great one night stay in Sonoma. They offered free wine at the hotel and the sister location

10

Ruyter Kepler

Apr 9, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

No centro da cidade , perto de tudo. Ponto negativo , não há café da manhã no hotel , mas existe lugares próximos que fornece.

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Lisa

Sep 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Victorian style. Right in town. Practically no customer service. I read this in other reviews but my choices were limited by the time I booked a room. I didn’t realize how much this would affect my expectations. It seems insulting that the chairs on the patio would have wire cable going through them and cushions removed by 5 pm. The lobby is also shut down, no place to go except for your room. . Customers staying on this property seem to be an inconvenience to the owners/management. I would never recommend this Inn to anyone especially at the price point. The manager leaves at 5:30. To improve the quality of the stay would mean hiring someone to work for 5 hours a day to Just watch the patio and lobby for guests only. Sad that this misses the mark on guest experience.

10

Angela

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was very clean and charming, conveniently located right in the plaza area. Free parking available on site. It was very quiet too. Couldn’t hardly tell that there were other people staying there.

10

DONNA

Sep 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Ledson Hotel is one of the best places I’ve stayed. The room are meticulously decorated to reflect the era they are representing. It is a small hotel, only 6 rooms so it almost feels like you are staying at a house rather than a hotel. No loud lobby or crowded elevators. Let’s not forget the balcony overlooking Sonoma Square. Added bonus for sure. Surrounded by restaurants, wine bars and cute little shops. Perfect place to stay a night or two

8

cary

Sep 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The condition of the property and staff were excellent, however I would have prefered a full-service hotel. I didn't realize that the lobby closes at 6pm.

10

Paul

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was vary personal. There is only 6 room right on the square. Not good if you like room service though.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe the property as very clean. A few note minor wear or maintenance quirks in some rooms.

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4

Elizabeth

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Just a weird place. No staff. Walls were all beat up in the room. The downstairs was never open. Would definitely not return.

10

Patti

Feb 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A truly amazing gem of a hotel. It is stunningly beautiful and of so luxurious.

10

Tom

Oct 31, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful accommodations. Excellent service. Fabulous location.

8

Trenton

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Alex and Lucy were super helpful and what a lovely property. The interior is fantastic! My wife had issues with the electrical on 2 travel devices but she managed. And our shower light kept going on and off, presumably from the water vapor. Overall a terrific property and service, although quite high cost, so have high expectations.

10

sandra

Aug 1, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful property

10

bernard

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location and is in the middle of the square. The room is clean and the staff is helpful. One drawback: the price is high!

6

Lisa

Sep 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Victorian style. Right in town. Practically no customer service. I read this in other reviews but my choices were limited by the time I booked a room. I didn’t realize how much this would affect my expectations. It seems insulting that the chairs on the patio would have wire cable going through them and cushions removed by 5 pm. The lobby is also shut down, no place to go except for your room. . Customers staying on this property seem to be an inconvenience to the owners/management. I would never recommend this Inn to anyone especially at the price point. The manager leaves at 5:30. To improve the quality of the stay would mean hiring someone to work for 5 hours a day to Just watch the patio and lobby for guests only. Sad that this misses the mark on guest experience.

10

Valerie

May 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location right in Sonoma Plaza, the main town square. Bedrooms are grand, beautifully appointed.

10

Angela

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was very clean and charming, conveniently located right in the plaza area. Free parking available on site. It was very quiet too. Couldn’t hardly tell that there were other people staying there.

10

Tavis

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful building and rooms.

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Rooms

Rooms draw strong praise for elegant, Victorian-style decor and comfort; several are quiet and include small balconies with Sonoma Plaza views.

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8

Glen

Jan 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Would’ve loved a breakfast included. They no longer have a restaurant or a full bar, but the rooms are incredibly beautiful and such amazing woodwork in the floors, rooms, etc. Elegant hotel

10

richard

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Great location, very friendly staff, really comfortable room good coffee in the morning.

10

Charles

Dec 31, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great stay with my family. This hotel design and construction is amazing. There’s nothing bad about it. Walk out the door and everything in the square is steps away. Can’t recommend this place enough.

10

Thomas

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic rooms, and the location is unbeatable

10

Alexander

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful hotel and room. Very luxurious. Quiet. Balcony a bonus.

10

Valerie

May 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location right in Sonoma Plaza, the main town square. Bedrooms are grand, beautifully appointed.

10

Tavis

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful building and rooms.

10

Richard

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms are absolutely gorgeous, with absolutely fantastic hardwood floors, nice small balconies that in some cases overlook the famous Sonoma square. Brandon, our host was very gracious and very helpful!

10

M

Feb 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, amazing service (so well looked after) and excellent rooms.

10

Caitlin

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Had a great stay at the Ledson Hotel. Super convenient location in Sonoma Town Square close to all restaurants and shops with very comfortable room.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Some report limited on-site staffing and an early lobby closure, so expectations should be set for a less full-service experience.

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4

Elizabeth

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Just a weird place. No staff. Walls were all beat up in the room. The downstairs was never open. Would definitely not return.

10

delyse

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is luxurious. Dinner and show was within walking distance. The customer service was excellent. Brandon took his time to suggest restaurants and made reservations for the complimentary wine tasting at Ledson Winery. We bought their Zinfandel which is delicious. This is a great find and will be back annually

10

richard

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Great location, very friendly staff, really comfortable room good coffee in the morning.

10

Tom

Oct 31, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful accommodations. Excellent service. Fabulous location.

6

Lisa

Sep 30, 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Victorian style. Right in town. Practically no customer service. I read this in other reviews but my choices were limited by the time I booked a room. I didn’t realize how much this would affect my expectations. It seems insulting that the chairs on the patio would have wire cable going through them and cushions removed by 5 pm. The lobby is also shut down, no place to go except for your room. . Customers staying on this property seem to be an inconvenience to the owners/management. I would never recommend this Inn to anyone especially at the price point. The manager leaves at 5:30. To improve the quality of the stay would mean hiring someone to work for 5 hours a day to Just watch the patio and lobby for guests only. Sad that this misses the mark on guest experience.

10

William

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Welcoming staff into a nice hotel in a great location. Staff checked with us after our first night and made us feel welcomed.

10

Richard

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms are absolutely gorgeous, with absolutely fantastic hardwood floors, nice small balconies that in some cases overlook the famous Sonoma square. Brandon, our host was very gracious and very helpful!

10

M

Feb 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, amazing service (so well looked after) and excellent rooms.

8

cary

Sep 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The condition of the property and staff were excellent, however I would have prefered a full-service hotel. I didn't realize that the lobby closes at 6pm.

10

Paul

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was vary personal. There is only 6 room right on the square. Not good if you like room service though.

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Location

Consistently praised central location on Sonoma Plaza, steps from restaurants, wine bars, shops, and entertainment. Very walkable for exploring.

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10

Erik

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and great hotel

10

Ruyter Kepler

Apr 9, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

No centro da cidade , perto de tudo. Ponto negativo , não há café da manhã no hotel , mas existe lugares próximos que fornece.

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bernard

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location and is in the middle of the square. The room is clean and the staff is helpful. One drawback: the price is high!

10

Charles

Dec 31, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great stay with my family. This hotel design and construction is amazing. There’s nothing bad about it. Walk out the door and everything in the square is steps away. Can’t recommend this place enough.

10

William

May 19, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Welcoming staff into a nice hotel in a great location. Staff checked with us after our first night and made us feel welcomed.

10

Thomas

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic rooms, and the location is unbeatable

10

Valerie

May 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location right in Sonoma Plaza, the main town square. Bedrooms are grand, beautifully appointed.

10

Angela

Sep 15, 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was very clean and charming, conveniently located right in the plaza area. Free parking available on site. It was very quiet too. Couldn’t hardly tell that there were other people staying there.

10

M

Feb 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, amazing service (so well looked after) and excellent rooms.

10

Caitlin

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Had a great stay at the Ledson Hotel. Super convenient location in Sonoma Town Square close to all restaurants and shops with very comfortable room.

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Dining

No breakfast is offered and there is no on-site restaurant or bar; room service is not available. Guests rely on nearby dining, with a few noting coffee or wine perks.

Related guest reviews

8

Glen

Jan 29, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Would’ve loved a breakfast included. They no longer have a restaurant or a full bar, but the rooms are incredibly beautiful and such amazing woodwork in the floors, rooms, etc. Elegant hotel

10

delyse

Jul 19, 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

The hotel is luxurious. Dinner and show was within walking distance. The customer service was excellent. Brandon took his time to suggest restaurants and made reservations for the complimentary wine tasting at Ledson Winery. We bought their Zinfandel which is delicious. This is a great find and will be back annually

10

richard

Jun 10, 2024

·

Stayed 6 nights

Great location, very friendly staff, really comfortable room good coffee in the morning.

10

Brad

Jun 16, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

A great one night stay in Sonoma. They offered free wine at the hotel and the sister location

10

Ruyter Kepler

Apr 9, 2022

·

Stayed 2 nights

No centro da cidade , perto de tudo. Ponto negativo , não há café da manhã no hotel , mas existe lugares próximos que fornece.

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6

Lisa

Sep 30, 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Victorian style. Right in town. Practically no customer service. I read this in other reviews but my choices were limited by the time I booked a room. I didn’t realize how much this would affect my expectations. It seems insulting that the chairs on the patio would have wire cable going through them and cushions removed by 5 pm. The lobby is also shut down, no place to go except for your room. . Customers staying on this property seem to be an inconvenience to the owners/management. I would never recommend this Inn to anyone especially at the price point. The manager leaves at 5:30. To improve the quality of the stay would mean hiring someone to work for 5 hours a day to Just watch the patio and lobby for guests only. Sad that this misses the mark on guest experience.

10

DONNA

Sep 10, 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

Ledson Hotel is one of the best places I’ve stayed. The room are meticulously decorated to reflect the era they are representing. It is a small hotel, only 6 rooms so it almost feels like you are staying at a house rather than a hotel. No loud lobby or crowded elevators. Let’s not forget the balcony overlooking Sonoma Square. Added bonus for sure. Surrounded by restaurants, wine bars and cute little shops. Perfect place to stay a night or two

10

Caitlin

May 13, 2024

·

Stayed 3 nights

Had a great stay at the Ledson Hotel. Super convenient location in Sonoma Town Square close to all restaurants and shops with very comfortable room.

8

cary

Sep 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The condition of the property and staff were excellent, however I would have prefered a full-service hotel. I didn't realize that the lobby closes at 6pm.

10

Paul

Jun 21, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

It was vary personal. There is only 6 room right on the square. Not good if you like room service though.

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Luxury Suite, Balcony

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