An overview of 6 of the top-rated hotels in Napa Valley.
Napa Valley is loaded with jaw-dropping scenery and some of the best natural views in Northern California. The rolling hills, an unimaginable number of vineyards, and gorgeous homes and architecture make it the perfect location for a classy and sophisticated adventure full of wine and relaxation. Whether you are looking to soak up the sun, drink your way through wineries, or experience to busy harvest season, there’s never a bad time to visit California’s wine country.
Napa Valley is considered to be a whole region of charming small towns, conveniently close to wineries. Each part of Napa Valley is very walkable, and each their own character and uniqueness. Before choosing accommodation for your visit, you must first decide which part of Napa you want to base yourself in.
The main small towns throughout Napa Valley from south to north are Napa, Yountville, Calistoga, and St. Helena. Consider which wineries you want to visit during your stay and base yourself nearby. Keep in mind, that traffic can get heavy, and getting from the top of Napa Valley to the south can take anywhere from 35 minutes to 2 hours.
Napa is the largest town sitting beside a scenic river with loads of boutiques, restaurants, and hotels. Calistoga has more of a romantic vibe, with an abundance of natural hot springs and wellness spas. St. Helana and Yountville are perfect for foodies as there are various world-class restaurants to choose from.
Before you start planning your wine country getaway, consider some of these top hotel choices in the region.
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Archer Hotel: Downtown Napa
The Archer Hotel is centrally located in Downtown Napa. It is within walking distance of various wineries, shops, local boutiques, and restaurants, and is less than 1000 feet away from the famous Napa Valley Opera House. The Archer Hotel offers an American Breakfast for guests each morning, in addition to an American-style restaurant and a swanky rooftop bar that even locals love. Rooms come loaded with all amenities you may need, including free wifi, flat screen television, bath robes and slippers, and a fully stocked bathroom with toiletries. If you are looking for luxury in the heart of Napa, Archer Hotel is an ideal choice.
White House Napa Valley Inn: Napa
The White House Napa Valley Inn is located in downtown Napa; a short 10-minute walk to the town’s center. This Victorian Style Inn sits on 2 acres of manicured grounds and perfectly blends the traditional victorian appeal with modern-day elegance. Guests can take part in water sports, book on-site spa services, and relax in a bubbly hot tub. The White House Inn serves a free gourmet breakfast each morning, with a reception of wine and appetizers in the evenings. Each room comes fully loaded with free wifi, a charge dock station, a fireplace, bathrobes, and a stock bathroom of toiletries. If you are planning on taking a ride on the Napa Valley Wine Train during your visit, the White House Inn is conveniently located less than a mile away.
Calistoga Ranch: Calistoga
The Calistoga Ranch sits on 157 acres of land in Calistoga. Each lodge is cedar shingled with a matching contemporary interior, and is surrounded by redwood and ancient oak trees, terraces, and trellised walkways. Calistoga Ranch has a fine-dining restaurant on-site and a very extensive wine cellar. It is the home to the Sotero Vineyard, producing Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. If you are looking for a romantic getaway away from children, the lodge also has adult-only pools for a peaceful and serene stay.
Calistoga Motor Lodge & Spa: Calistoga
Calistoga Motor Lodge & Spa is located at the beginning of the Silverado Trail in Calistoga. The property was designed with the inspiration of campervans and is decorated with colorful aesthetics, vintage pieces, and quirky artwork. Each room features flat-screen televisions, iHome, a refrigerator, a mini-bar, and coffee machine. One of the biggest draws to Calistoga Motor Lodge is the 2 on-site hot spring mineral water pools. Additionally, if you are looking to explore the great outdoors while in Napa, hiking and biking opportunities are available at the Oat Hill Mine Trail right next to the property.
Bardessono: Yountville
Bardessono is located in Yountville and is 1 of only 28 LEED Platinum-certified resorts in California. The hotel combines a mixture of luxury living with eco-minded design, with each room featuring unique artwork, fireplaces, and a private courtyard. Rooms also come equipt with free wifi, flat screen televisions, refrigerators, massage tables, and bathrooms and slippers. Bardessono is home to an on-site restaurant that serves only locally grown organic ingredients and produce, as well as tastings of local wines each Friday night. If you are coming to Napa Valley solely for the purpose of wine, Bardessono is conveniently located within walking distance of the Girard Winery and Somerston Wine Company.