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Rosewood Sand Hill® is located on 16 pristine acres in Menlo Park, California, just one mile west of the Stanford University campus and adjacent to some of the nation's foremost venture capital and private equity firms, 35 miles south of San Francisco and 14 miles north of San Jose. Rosewood Sand Hill melds the rich heritage of relaxed California Ranch architecture with fragrant gardens and stunning views of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Far more than a typical luxury hotel, Rosewood Sand Hill appeals to an array of guest experiences with resort-like amenities, lush courtyard gardens and local charm.
Rosewood Sand Hill features 121 elegantly appointed guest rooms with state-of-the-art in-room technology. Hotel amenities include Sense® spa, which includes 13 treatment rooms, a fitness room and outdoor pool, as well as well-equipped and beautifully designed meeting and special event spaces. The signature restaurant, Madera, and adjacent lounge spill into the outdoor space and offer stunning views of the pristine local landscape.
Accommodations
Rosewood Sand Hill's guestrooms and suites are inspired by Menlo Park's local architectural tradition and expressive of the transparency between the indoors and outdoors. Spacious accommodations feature thoughtful furnishings, original art, large marble baths and state-of-the-art technology. All offer private balconies or terraces with views of the Santa Cruz Mountains, courtyard gardens or the hotel pool.
Deluxe Room Generously sized, this ground-floor room offers 527 to 553 sq. ft. and features a king bed or two queen beds, furnished private terrace and vistas of the flowering gardens, pool or Santa Cruz Mountains.
Premier Room As spacious as the Deluxe accommodation but located on the top floor, the Premier Room features a king bed or two queen beds, grand vaulted ceilings, furnished private balcony and vistas of the flowering gardens, pool or Santa Cruz Mountains.
Rosewood Junior Suite Spacious and luxurious, the 791 sq. ft. junior suite features a king bed, furnished private balcony or terrace, and vistas of the flowering gardens and courtyards or Santa Cruz Mountains.
Rosewood Executive Suite Located on the top floor of the hotel, the stylish Rosewood Executive Suite offers 791 sq. ft. of spacious accommodations with grand vaulted ceilings and a furnished private balcony offering sweeping vistas.
Luxury Suite This elegantly appointed, 1,054 sq. ft. king-bedded one-bedroom suite offers a separate parlor complete with fireplace and powder room. A furnished private terrace offers vistas of the flowering gardens.
Luxury Premier Suite This elegantly appointed, 1,054 sq. ft. king-bedded one-bedroom suite offers a separate parlor complete with fireplace and powder room. A furnished private balcony or terrace offers vistas of the Santa Cruz Mountains, pool or flowering gardens.
Two-Bedroom Presidential Villa The 2,372 sq. ft. Presidential Villa blends effortlessly into the natural surroundings while offering the most luxurious amenities. Sweeping views of the Santa Cruz Mountains are enjoyed through wall-to-ceiling glass in every room. The villa features a grand room with fireplace, private terraces and lawns, king-bedded master bedroom and master bath with his/her rain showers and sunken tub, separate king-bedded bedroom with full bathroom, a powder room and a pantry.
Residential Villas The perfect choice for an extended stay, Rosewood Sand Hill’s well-appointed Two-Bedroom and Three-Bedroom Villas deliver carefree luxury living to meet guests' individual needs. Each Villa offers an array of residential services, the convenience of a full kitchen and laundry room, and a private backyard with a grill and fully-furnished patio.
Guest Room Amenities
Services & Amenities
Dining
Madera A comfortably elegant ambiance, picturesque views and outdoor terraces welcome guests and locals to Madera. Featuring an open artisan wood-burning kitchen and extensive wine list, Madera serves American cuisine that celebrates the culinary traditions of the Western United States. In addition to indoor and outdoor dining, Madera offers two private dining rooms with private terraces and cozy fireplaces. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and for Sunday brunch as well.
The Library & Bar Warm, welcoming and elegant, The Library & Bar is Menlo Park’s most sophisticated gathering place. Offering a trio of indoor and outdoor settings, it’s the perfect place to meet up during the day or share drinks after work. The bar spills out onto an expansive terrace where guests enjoy light bites, fine wines and bespoke seasonal cocktails at umbrella-shaded tables and comfortable lounge seating. Wood-burning fireplaces and heat lanterns make this spot a year-round favorite. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
The Pool Garden Terrance Offering seasonal al fresco dining, The Pool Garden Terrace serves wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches, salads and light entrees, along with refreshing cocktails, beer and wine. Open to the public weekdays and exclusively to hotel guests and Lifestyle members on weekends.
Meetings & Events
Rosewood Sand Hill offers the finest venues for Silicon Valley meetings—16,876 sq. ft. of premier indoor and outdoor meeting and event space including a 2,769-sq. -ft. ballroom accommodating up to 285 persons, three boardrooms, three meeting rooms, private dining suites and outdoor function space.
Lower Level:
Rosewood Ballroom, Foyer & Terrace Beautifully detailed venue for hosting elegant parties, receptions and business meetings for up to 285 guests. An intimate foyer opens onto private terraces overlooking gardens and the spectacular Santa Cruz Mountains. Adjacent to the beautifully-landscaped 5,500-sq. -ft. Vista Lawn.
Vista Lawn A beautifully landscaped lawn adjacent to the Ballroom Terrace with sweeping vistas and spectacular
Eucalyptus Room A versatile, multi-use interior space for up to 100 guests. The adjoining spacious foyer is ideal setting for refreshment breaks.
Dogwood Boardroom An elegant alcove opens to a distinctive boardroom perfected in every detail for private executive meetings with stunning views of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Complimented by a private terrace, ideal for meeting breaks or cocktails.
Valley Oak Boardroom A classic boardroom that can accommodate 14 persons.
Portico An outdoor living room with vistas of the Santa Cruz Mountains perfect for non-traditional breakouts, breaks, receptions and more.
Courtyard Level:
Located adjacent to the hotel entrance fountain and composed of three distinct meetings rooms connected by open breezeways, the Courtyard meeting space features beautiful landscaping and terraces, ideal for private meetings and events.
Sycamore Room Spacious and elegantly appointed with natural lighting, this room accommodates up to 85 guests, and the private patio is ideal for meeting breaks or cocktails.
Cypress Room Slightly smaller and more versatile space with natural lighting and a private patio ideal for meeting breaks or cocktails.
Redwood Boardroom A sophisticated boardroom for 14 designed for executive meetings and private dinners
Hotel Design
Palo Alto-based HKS Hill Glazier Studio, a premier hospitality design boutique firm, drew on inspiration from local architectural traditions for Rosewood Sand Hill, melding indoor and outdoor elements with large expanses of glass and terraces complemented by inviting gardens and natural vistas of the surrounding area.
BAMO, the San Francisco firm with an international reputation for refinement and style, designed the interiors for Rosewood Sand Hill. Drawing inspiration from the surrounding landscape, the interiors are classic Northern California. BAMO mixes European elegance and tradition with casual, indoor/outdoor verve to create a comfortable and stylish retreat. The radiant warmth of California light is referenced in the color palette. Soothing neutral hues are complemented by rich wood tones of walnut, cherry, and cedar, which are integrated thoughtfully into architectural details as well as selected furniture pieces.
Art pieces adorning the walls throughout the hotel will feature the works of Northern California artists. The diverse and captivating art collection at Rosewood Sand Hill invites viewers to experience a strong connection with individual pieces that include contemporary paintings, works on paper, fine art prints and photography with several large-scale, specially-commissioned pieces showcasing the region. The artwork in guest rooms focuses on limited edition prints produced by Fine Art Publishers in the Bay Area.
