Yountville, the crown jewel of Napa Valley’s culinary scene, may regularly draw Michelin Star seekers, but its exceptional hotels are equally enticing. Whether you’re dreaming of a romantic escape or a lavish retreat, these Yountville hotels promise to immerse you in luxury and tranquility.

Oh, and did we mention they’re just steps away from world-class tasting rooms, captivating art galleries, and the region’s most coveted culinary delights? You can’t go wrong with a stay at any of these beautiful Yountville hotels, where signature amenities and plush accommodations will help you effortlessly drift into a state of vacation bliss.

Lavender, a Four Sisters Inn

For a touch of Provence in Napa, look no further than Lavender Inn, a historic farmhouse turned B&B. Originally built in the 1850s, the renovated house and cottages have since been transformed into inviting, well-appointed guest rooms, where fireplaces, king-sized beds, and deep soaking tubs await. As with all Four Sisters properties, Lavender’s thoughtful details make a stay feel extra special, from the gourmet breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese to the freshly baked cookies and complimentary bikes available for guest use.

2020 Webber Avenue, Yountville, CA 94599, (707) 341-7732

Maison Fleurie, a Four Sisters Inn

Maison Fleurie is the oldest hotel in Napa Valley—the original building was built in 1873. This intimate Four Sisters Inn property is comprised of three buildings on a half acre of beautifully landscaped gardens reminiscent of southern France. Offering 13 rooms with comfortable furnishings, a serene pool, complimentary bikes, a wine hour, and daily breakfast for two, this quaint yet luxurious bed and breakfast is a delightful place to stay in Wine Country.

6529 Yount Street, Yountville, CA, 94599, (707) 944-2056

Napa Valley Lodge

The Tuscan-inspired Napa Valley Lodge is set in the middle of lush vineyards at the north end of Yountville. This relaxing retreat may feel far from town but is within easy walking or biking distance of Yountville’s best restaurants, tasting rooms, and shops. More intimate than a resort, but with plenty of amenities to keep you entertained, the Lodge charms with elegant guest rooms and tranquil grounds, accented by fountains, bocce ball courts, fire pits, and a pool.

6757 Washington Street, Yountville, CA 94599, (707) 944-8080

North Block Hotel

Situated on the northern end of Yountville, North Block Hotel is a contemporary, Mediterranean-inspired hotel offering stylish sophistication and comforting amenities. Each of the 20 luxurious guest rooms features a large soaking tub, pillow-top bed, espresso machine, and a terrace or patio, while the hotel’s on-site restaurant, spa, and pool further add to the experience.

6757 Washington Street, Yountville, CA 94599, (707) 944-8080

Vintage House

Located at The Estate at Yountville, the Vintage House is a chic and romantic inn offering 80 guest rooms, lofts, and bungalows designed with plush comforts in mind. Besides the array of room types, added touches, like a glass of wine at check-in, European-style breakfasts, and bikes available for cruising around town, make the Vintage House stand out.

6481 Washington Street, Yountville, CA 94599, (877) 351-1133

Hotel Villagio

As the sister hotel to Vintage House, Hotel Villagio is another beautiful Wine Country-inspired hotel and spa. The Italian villa-style decor and luxurious amenities are wonderful, but the Inn’s location on the 22-acre Estate Yountville, filled with lush Mediterranean-style gardens, is really what sets this stay apart.

6481 Washington Street, Yountville, CA 94599, (877) 351-1133

Bardessono

Bardessono is a sleek, modern beauty of a hotel with LEED certification and a focus on sustainability in every detail. The attentive staff keeps luxury humming throughout the property, from the in-house spa to the rooftop pool to the chic rooms featuring organic linens and outdoor showers. Be sure to dine at the on-site Lucy Restaurant and Bar, a great place for farm-to-table fare and cocktails.

6526 Yount Street, Yountville, CA 94599, (707) 204-6099

One hour north of San Francisco, all of life’s greatest indulgences—wine, food, relaxation, and adventure—can be experienced all at once in Napa Valley, one of the top Wine Country destinations in the world.

Thirty miles long and five miles wide, this small slice of heaven is home to more than 500 wineries throughout a collection of six quaint towns: Napa, Yountville, Oakville, Rutherford, St. Helena, and Calistoga. Each has its own personality and places to discover; from Napa’s urban wine trail to Yountville’s renowned dining scene to Calistoga’s detoxifying hot springs, there’s something for every kind of traveler, whether you’re a oenophile, foodie, adventurist, or self-care aficionado.

There’s also no bad time to visit Napa Valley. While September and October are the busiest and warmest months, offering the chance to experience the annual grape harvest in action, the winter months have their own appeal. It’s quiet, uncrowded, and not too chilly, with temperatures mostly in the 50s and 60s. Plus, many hotels offer hard-to-beat off-season rates. Your best chance of rain is in the spring, but the blooming fields of bright, yellow mustard also make it one of the most Instagram-worthy seasons to plan a trip.

Whenever you do decide to pack your bags and pay Napa Valley a visit, we’ve put together the perfect itinerary for the first time visitor, covering all of the “must do’s” over a long weekend trip.

Day 1

Visit a Historic Winery

You can’t visit Napa Valley without a trip to some of the area’s most historic and famous wineries where this great wine region began to make its mark on the world. From Napa, head north on scenic Highway 128 toward St. Helena, first stopping at Rutherford’s Beaulieu Vineyard, one of the longest continually operating wineries in Napa Valley, before making your way to Louis M. Martini Winery to admire the renovated space while you sip.

Stop at Markham and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, where you’ll be able to taste iconic wines while discovering more about Napa’s winemaking heritage at each stop. Other historically-significant winery stops worth considering include Burgess Cellars, Beringer, Charles Krug (Napa Valley’s oldest winery).

Explore Downtown Napa

After a day of wine tasting, make your way back to Napa, where you’ll be able to explore on foot. Stroll over to the Oxbow Public Market, where you can shop from a myriad of local vendors for souvenirs and gifts, like locally-made olive oils or spirits. You can also grab a pre-dinner snack—think oysters from Hog Island Oyster Co., a mini Sweet S’mores or Chocolate Velvet cupcake from Kara’s Cupcakes, or housemade sourdough bagels from Loveski Deli. Thirsty? Grab a pint at Fieldwork Brewing Company.

Next, it’s time for more wine. Stop into one of the many wine tasting rooms, wine bars, or restaurants for happy hour, such as Arch & Tower for incredible river views and wine tasting, or Cadet, Carpe Diem, or Compline wine bars. Make a reservation for dinner on the Napa Riverfront at the famous Morimoto or the romantic French bistro Angele, or head to The Grove at CIA to dine on Mediterranean-inspired cuisine under olive trees in the garden.

Stay

Reserve a hotel room in Napa so that you can be within walking distance (or just a short drive) to downtown’s many restaurants, bars, and tasting rooms. The urban chic Andaz Napa is at the heart of downtown Napa activity, where loft-style rooms are both stylish and inviting, while Milliken Creek’s peaceful riverfront location offers guests a quieter escape just a few minutes from the downtown scene.

Day 2

Spend your second day exploring the towns that put the “Valley” in “Napa Valley.” The small towns of Yountville, Oakville, Rutherford, St. Helena, and Calistoga are referred to by locals as the “UpValley,” so use that term if you want to blend in.

Breakfast in Yountville

For breakfast, head to chef Thomas Keller’s famous Bouchon Bakery in Yountville for pastries and espresso. Most likely there will be a line out the door, but it moves quickly. If you want to double down, you can head to Mini Model across the street. This is a smaller location of the locally-acclaimed Model Bakery. Get the English muffin. It’s so good that Oprah Winfrey actually has them flown straight to her front door. For a more elegant brunch option, head to RH Yountville, where dishes like avocado toast on charred sourdough and black forest bacon are perfectly paired with their signature RH mimosa.

Visit a Boutique Winery

Because you visited some of the oldest, largest, and most popular wineries on Day 1, make an appointment at a boutique or family-owned winery next and compare experiences. A boutique winery can mean several things: a more personalized experience (sometimes with the winemaker or owner), less of a crowd, and super primo wines (especially Cabernet Sauvignon, which Napa Valley is best known for). Some of our favorite family-owned and/or boutique wineries to visit UpValley are Goosecross Cellars, Jessup Cellars, and Cliff Lede Vineyards in Yountville, Clif Family Winery and Trinchero in St. Helena, and Groth Vineyards and Winery in Oakville or Staglin Family Vineyard in Rutherford.

Also in Rutherford is the family-owned Sequoia Grove Winery, where a variety of tasting experiences await. Check out the impressive Taste of Cabernet, where a multi-course menu crafted by Executive Chef Spencer Conaty highlights the marriage between food and wine, or the more approachable (and less filling) Wine + Bites experience to tide you over until lunch. 

Lunch in St. Helena

For lunch, continue to head north and pull over at the original Gott’s Roadside location in St. Helena. Formerly Taylor’s Automatic Refresher, when Gott’s took over, they kept the old, 50s-style roadside building, now a Napa Valley landmark. There may be a line, but the burgers and shakes are a can’t-miss. But, if you simply can’t wait, Clif Family Winery’s Bruschetteria food truck is equally enjoyable, offering a variety of seasonally-driven lunch items that will tide you over until dinner. They’re both located at the gateway of St. Helena’s charming Main Street, so you can walk your meal off afterwards with some window shopping at the local boutiques.

Relax and Recharge in Calistoga

For the better part of the afternoon, drive the eight miles from St. Helena to Calistoga for some spa time. This quirky, little town is best known for its healing mineral waters from natural hot springs, plus mud baths that’ll make your skin as smooth as a newborn. Make an appointment for a spa treatment ahead of time; there are so many local spas to choose from, from luxe resorts like Indian Springs and Solage to hip boutique gems like Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs to more intimate and classically restorative escapes at Golden Haven Hot Springs.

If you have some time after, take a stroll down Calistoga’s main drag Lincoln Avenue and pop into CAMi Art + Wine for a tasting while admiring the contemporary art, or grab a pint at the Calistoga Inn Restaurant & Brewery.

Dine at a World-Renowned Restaurant

For your last supper of the trip, go big and make a reservation at one of Napa Valley’s finest dining establishments. St. Helena is home to the new Violetto restaurant at Alila Napa Valley, Christopher Kostow’s The Charter Oak, and Colin Rupp’s Harvest Table. In Yountville, choose from the late Michael Chiarello’s Bottega, or Thomas Keller’s The French Laundry (if you can get in and money is no issue) or Ad Hoc. Wherever you end up, you won’t leave hungry or disappointed.

Stay

Book a hotel in St. Helena for the second night of your trip. For a true Wine Country getaway among the vines, snag a room at the luxurious (and adults-only) Alila Napa Valley. There may not be vineyard views, but you can’t beat the peace and tranquility of a stay at Meadowood, situated in the hillside just outside of town. For something more contemporary and convenient, check out the Wydown Hotel, located right on St. Helena’s Main Street.

Day 3

Take Flight in a Hot Air Balloon

Schedule your travel plans home later in the day so that you have time for one last hurrah. One of Napa Valley’s most sought-after adventures is a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the vines. We promise that the 6 AM wake up call is worth it. Don’t forget your camera!

Check out Napa Valley Aloft to schedule your flight, which often includes a post-flight sparkling wine toast. However, if soaring above the valley isn’t your thing and you’d prefer to fit in another winery visit, don’t miss exploring the caves and distinct wines of Pine Ridge Vineyards, situated in the heart of the Stags Leap District.

Napa Valley boasts plenty of beautiful spots to call home during a visit, but if you’re looking for a wide variety of things to do and see all in one convenient location, downtown Napa is the place to be. This once sleepy town at the south end of Napa Valley has undergone a major renaissance over the past decade and is now home to luxury lodging, hip wine bars, celebrity-led restaurants, wine tasting rooms, and beautiful river walks. So park the car, forget about traffic, and take advantage of the urban oasis that is downtown Napa. Here’s your guide to making the most of a visit.

Eat Well

From award-winning fine dining to farm-to-table casual eateries, downtown Napa is a foodie haven. Simply put, you’ll want to make room in your bellies to chow down on all the delicious offerings that Napa has to offer. First on the agenda should be a visit to the lively Oxbow Public Market. A gathering place for gourmet grub in Napa, Oxbow is where you can find everything from oysters and tacos to chocolates and cupcakes. In fact, there are over 20 merchants under one roof, providing endless ways to eat and drink yourself silly!

For more delectable fare, follow your nose to Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin’ BBQ. In addition to pulled pork and beer can chicken featuring house-made rubs, Bounty Hunter has 40 wines available by the glass. Down the street is famed Napa Valley restaurant, Angèle, renowned for its upscale French country cuisine and quaint, romantic atmosphere since 2002. While wine is a natural choice as you dine on French fare, when your palate needs a break from the grape juice, you can’t go wrong with one of Angèle’s fantastic cocktails.

If you still need more ideas, check out Scala Osteria, a seafood-centric Italian joint from the founder of Bistro Don Giovani, or Morimoto, the sleek Napa River restaurant from celebrity chef Masaharu Morimoto, where an extensive menu of sushi, seafood, Wagyu beef, sake, and Japanese Whiskey can be found.

Sip & Savor

Housed in a former saloon and brothel from the late 1800s, the Vintner’s Collective is a good place to sample a wide variety of Napa Valley wines from one location. Here, you’ll find over two dozen quality boutique producers who are too small to have their own tasting rooms, with various tasting spaces from which to enjoy their coveted wines.

Make a point to stop into Acumen Wine Gallery, featuring a small but high quality collection of organically grown estate wines from Atlas Peak; Lithology, The Lounge, the sophisticated downtown outpost of the highly acclaimed Lithology brand; and WALT Wines, where tasters can sip their way through 1,000 miles of Pinot Noir from within the bright, cheerful space. Another noteworthy (and new!) spot to check out is Arch & Tower. This beautiful tasting room is the downtown outpost of Robert Mondavi, offering wine tastings and food pairings overlooking the Napa River.

Compline is a wine bar, restaurant, and bottle shop in one, and a worthy destination in downtown Napa. Founded by two sommeliers, Compline’s wine collection is complete with bottlings from around the world, including some obscure varietals from lesser known regions. Stop in for a glass and a bite, and be sure to check their calendar for educational tastings and events. Around the corner, Cadet Beer & Wine Bar is a popular spot for wine, beer, and tasty provisions. Here, you’ll find a worldly selection of wine, from rare Champagne to Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, bottled beers, and an old school vinyl collection, plus there’s always a fun lineup of regular events and guest wineries worth checking out.

See A Show

During the summer months, head to downtown Napa’s Oxbow River Stage at Oxbow Commons Park for the summer concert series. Live music with a backdrop of the Napa River? What could be better! Just note that no outside food and beverages are allowed—luckily, you’ll find beer, wine, spirits, and culinary offerings available for purchase.

At the eclectic JaM Cellars, wine tastings take place in the casual setting of their music and wine lounge. In addition to JaM’s classic vinyl collection and Rolling Stone Magazine-clad walls, the tasting room also plays host to weekly live music sets known as JaMSessions. Another fantastic place to catch a show is the historic Uptown Theatre. This renovated art-deco theater from 1937 regularly welcomes musical performers and comedy acts. The intimate setting means there’s never a bad seat in the house.

Other Things to Do

Foodies and wannabe chefs won’t want to miss heading to the CIA at Copia, the ultimate destination for wine, art, and food-related happenings and exhibits. Take a cooking class in the state-of-the-art teaching kitchen, explore the collection of specialty cookware at the Chuck Williams Culinary Arts Museum, or try their new cocktail bar, The Haven, where housemade bites and curated cocktails are sure to hit the spot.

Stationed in downtown Napa, the historic Napa Valley Wine Train provides a stylish way to tour around Napa Valley, where plush rail cars, elegant décor, and gourmet cuisine offer a glimpse of the glamourous days of train travel. Whether you stay on the train and enjoy the ride or opt for one of the half or full day tours with wine excursions, the Wine Train is a unique way to take in the beautiful scenery of Napa Valley.

For shopping, head to First Street Napa, the heart of shopping in downtown Napa, where you’ll find a variety of boutiques offering the best in fashion, home décor, art, and gifts. If shopping until you drop isn’t in your budget, a more affordable Napa activity is bike riding around the area. Rent bikes for a scenic ride along the paved Napa Valley Vine Trail, which runs 12.5 miles from Napa to Yountville. Or, rent kayaks or paddle boards from Napa Valley Paddle for a fun outdoor experience on the water. They offer guided and unguided rentals by the hour, day, or weekend. Another great activity that won’t break the bank is simply walking around downtown Napa to experience the Napa Art Walk, an urban exhibition of public artworks. The sculptures change every couple of years, highlighting the work of various artists from throughout California and the West Coast.

Sleep Soundly

The 141-room Andaz is ideally situated right in the heart of downtown Napa, offering the comforts of a boutique hotel with the convenience of being walking distance to shops, restaurants, and tasting rooms. Loft-style rooms feature hardwood floors and deep soaking tubs, while spacious suites offer an added dose of luxury in the way of rain showers, fireplaces, and terraces overlooking downtown. If a view of the river is what you’re after, stay at Milliken Creek Inn. Hidden away just one mile from the heart of downtown Napa, this peaceful retreat overlooking the Napa River is the perfect romantic getaway after a long day of wine tasting and shopping throughout downtown Napa.

Napa Valley is known worldwide for its prized vineyards, but it’s the charming town of Calistoga at the region’s northernmost tip that offers its own alluring reasons to visit—rejuvenating natural hot springs, boutique-lined shopping strips, stellar hiking trails, and irresistible eateries.

Beyond its geothermal geysers and relaxing spas, Calistoga has a plethora of swanky resort-style retreats, so no matter how you define relaxation, this collection of hotels has got you covered.

Hot Springs Retreats

After a day of sipping and seeing, slip into a state of deep relaxation at these Calistoga retreats’ detoxifying hot pools and mud baths—some of Northern California’s most-prized and best-kept secrets.

Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs

1507 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515, (707) 942-4102

Operated by the same family since 1952, Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs has welcomed guests with the same iconic neon sign for more than six decades. Renovated accommodations have a comfortable, mid-century modern feel, and groups can even reserve a restored 1924 Victorian house that sleeps 15. Millions have experienced its spa, which boasts three geothermal pools brimming with natural mineral water, and many guests enjoy the indoor mineral pool as well, which is kept at a balmy 103°F.

Insider Tip: Sink yourself deep into a mud bath in one of the garden’s open-air spa tubs—their proprietary mud mixture includes organic Canadian peat mixed with volcanic ash from nearby Mount St. Helena, topped off with warm natural mineral water.

UpValley Inn & Hot Springs

1865 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515, (707) 942-9400

Named after Calistoga’s advantageous northern placement within the Napa Valley, the UpValley Inn & Hot Springs is a boutique wellness destination and Napa fan-favorite. UpValley’s pool and hot tub are 100% natural mineral water—fed by the on-site geothermal well and the steam room is refreshingly scented with eucalyptus essential oils. Make it a day at any of the surrounding wineries, take a complimentary cruiser bike for a spin, or hike the Oat Hill Mine Trail that’s a quick five-minute walk away from your room.

Insider Tip: If you prefer a more secluded accommodation with all the hotel amenities, book UpValley’s “Hidden Apartment”—a private, smartly furnished one-bedroom space that’s away from the après-winery hubbub.

Boutique Hotel Charm

Surround yourself in elegance at these quaint Calistoga gems, each offering stylish accommodations and personalized service to make for a restful, unforgettable Wine Country retreat.

Embrace Calistoga

1139 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515, (707) 942-9797

Treat yourself to a five-star stay at the historic, adults-only Embrace Calistoga, a luxuriously renovated 1873 bed and breakfast in the heart of Napa Valley Wine Country. Here you’ll experience unmatched hospitality from owners Brent and Chris, including plush bathrobes, generous wine and cheese happy hours, and delicious bedtime chocolates. You’re sure to feel like family when you sit down for freshly squeezed orange juice, bottomless French-press coffee, and Chris’s gourmet breakfasts on Embrace Calistoga’s beautiful wraparound porch.

Insider Tip: Make sure to grab yourself a complimentary snack pack and area map from Embrace Calistoga before you leave for a long day of Napa wine tasting and touring.

The Bergson

1010 Foothill Boulevard, Calistoga, CA 94515, (707) 942-5755

What The Bergson lacks in size, it makes up for in elegance—its luxurious rooms and suites feature fireplaces, feather beds, jetted tubs, and private balconies. Take breakfast outside on the intimate garden patio or eat in your room, cocooned in a fluffy bathrobe. Just minutes from downtown Calistoga, The Bergson offers many guest-exclusive specials for local restaurants, spas, wineries, and activities.

Insider Tip: Planning a quick getaway? The Bergson doesn’t require a two-night minimum stay like many of the surrounding Calistoga hotels

The Inn on Pine

1202 Pine Street, Calistoga, CA 94515, (707) 942-6829

The Inn on Pine is surrounded by vineyards but is still just a hop, skip, and a jump from Calistoga’s enchanting downtown scene. Each of the Inn’s 13 comfortable guest rooms are quaintly decorated and many include a jetted whirlpool tub, as well as a gas fireplace. Outdoors, a pool and hot tub boast epic mountain views—perfect for grabbing that bottle you bought during the day’s wine tastings and soaking it all in. Our favorite part? The generous continental breakfast and fresh cookies daily.

Insider Tip: Hit up the detoxifying FAR Infrared Sauna at The Spa at EuroSpa next door—it uses heat energy to relax muscles, reduce stress, and relieve joint pain.

Luxe Resorts

World-class hospitality meets iconic vineyard views at these premier Napa Valley resorts with amenities and delicacies that are straight from pages of your most sumptuous storybook.

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

400 Silverado Trail North, Calistoga, CA 94515, (707) 709-2100

Plan a legendary Wine Country getaway—the kind that only the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley can deliver. As the only Napa Valley accomodations with an on-site winery, organic working vineyard, and Michelin-starred restaurant, Auro, the Four Seasons offers unparalleled fine dining and grape-to-glass experiences. Select from stylish guest rooms, expansive suites, or private, multi-bedroom villas and do stop by the grand stone Spa Talisa to unwind with a mud bath or vineyard scrub.

Insider Tip: The Four Seasons can arrange for a private chef to prepare a dinner party for you and your group, so you can sit back and worry only about memory making.

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection

With its sophisticated guest suites, massive outdoor swimming pool, award-winning Spa Solage, and geothermal pools with mountain views, the Solage Calistoga epitomizes Up Valley luxury. You’ll truly be living the good life in Wine Country as you ride complimentary bikes around town, take a cold plunge and revel in a eucalyptus steam room session, savor farm-to-table fare at Solage’s top-rated restaurant, Solbar, and sip whiskey by firelight.

Insider Tip: A meal or two at Solbar is certainly worth your while, but for something on the more casual side, don’t miss the tacos at the resort’s poolside bar, Picobar. Pair it with guacamole, featuring whipped avocado, seeds, nuts, and goat cheese, and you’re set.

Honorable Mentions

Just 60 miles north of San Francisco sits the gorgeous town of St. Helena—one of Napa Valley Wine Country’s most sophisticated stopping points. Given its central location in the Napa Valley and many options for luxury resorts, historic hotels, and cozy inns, St. Helena is a perfect home base after a long day of wining and dining at the surrounding vineyards.

With stellar amenities like award-winning spas, yoga studios, restaurants, and more, here’s our roundup of some of our favorite places to stay when in or around St. Helena. Get to packing!

Meadowood Napa Valley

900 Meadowood Lane, St. Helena, CA 94574, (707) 967-1200

Luxury and seclusion make Meadowood Napa Valley a romantic lodging option for your next Wine Country escape. Located a few minutes off the Silverado Trail, Meadowood offers a true getaway for visitors, where stunning grounds, woods, and lush vineyards are all within eyeshot. Resort amenities—such as tennis courts, a fitness center, three pools, and a spa—will help you while away the hours, while their on-site restaurant will have you dining on delicious fare any time of day.

Insider Tip: The hotel’s property offers several hiking opportunities nearby; in fact, a three-mile trail with stunning views of the valley begins at Meadowood. Bring the hiking boots, though, as the path can get mossy.

Wydown Hotel

1424 Main Street, St. Helena, CA 94574, (707) 963-5100

Wydown Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel located in downtown St. Helena and boasts a chic, modern vibe. The hotel’s 12 rooms have a fresh, sophisticated look, yet remain comfortable and inviting. The “Living Room” lobby also encourages relaxation with its leather couches, TV, board games, and books, where guests like to lounge while sharing the stories from their days. Make new friends, and then walk to a nearby restaurant for dinner or a nightcap.

Insider Tip: The hotel is a five-minute walk from the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum at the St. Helena Public Library Center. For a nice change of pace, wander over to learn about the life of the famed writer of Treasure Island.

Alila Napa Valley

1915 Main Street, St. Helena, CA 94574, (707) 963-7000

Part historic Georgian farmhouse and part sprawling Wine Country resort, Alila is one of the newest luxury accommodations in St. Helena. A dozen different room and suite options are available and are outfitted with streamlined Italian furnishings, in-room soaking tubs, and private outdoor areas with fire pits. Wake up and call it a day next to the picturesque, neighboring Beringer Vineyards, take a dip in the shimmering pool, and be sure to enjoy a meal at their beautiful on-site restaurant, Violetto, where Italy meets the best of Napa Valley.

Insider Tip: Don’t drop your personal wellness goals during your stay. The hotel offers not only fitness classes, but also a world-class spa to soothe and combat stress. Spa Alila has a robust massage menu that includes Eastern and Western options, along with aroma blending, facials, and even full weekend retreats.

Wine Country Inn & Cottages Napa Valley

1152 Lodi Lane, St. Helena, CA 94574, (707) 963-7077

St. Helena’s Wine Country Inn & Cottages may be nestled into a working vineyard and a world away from the everyday, but it’s just moments from the bustling town’s action and the neighboring city of Calistoga. Romantic and relaxing, the Inn offers beautiful rooms and cottages with a laundry list of fantastic complimentary amenities, like half bottle of wine, on-site parking, and Wine Country Breakfast that includes artisanal bread, fresh fruit, and quiche. Partner these perks with cozy bedding, modern design, and their full-size heated swimming pool and hot tub, and you’ve got yourself quite the memorable Napa Valley escape.

Insider Tip: No need to leave Fido at home—Wine Country Inn is pet-friendly and offers a fantastic getaway for your furry friends.

Harvest Inn

1 Main Street, St. Helena, CA 94574, (707) 963-9463

With its fantastical natural setting under towering Redwood trees and among gorgeous grapevines, it’s easy to see why St. Helena’s Harvest Inn earned a top spot in the Travel + Leisure Readers’ 15 Favorite Resorts in California, 2023. While there’s no on-site spa, Harvest Inn has teamed up with Health Spa Napa Valley, located just one mile north of the resort, to offer massages, treatments, and more. Got a gear head on your hands? Guests can even pick a Porsche or other luxury vehicle from the lot to cruise through Wine Country in style.

Insider Tip: For the cigar enthusiast, the Harvest Inn hosts a monthly Cigar Dinner Series on Thursdays, complete with live music, wine and cigar tasting, and farm-to-table cuisine.

It’s always a good time to go to Wine Country with your loved one, but there’s something extra romantic about the changing of the seasons, particularly as the cooler months draw near. Fall brings the excitement of harvest, not to mention an epic visual display of gold and red in the vineyards, while winter ushers in quieter times with fewer crowds. So whether you’re looking for a chic, downtown boutique hotel, a sprawling vineyard estate, or sumptuous spa treatments on property, we’ve rounded up the top Napa Valley hotels for your next romantic Wine Country getaway.

Carneros Resort and Spa

Ever wanted to feel what it might be like living in the beautiful Napa Valley? Carneros Resort offers individual private cottages, perfect for you and your partner to have a truly romantic getaway. Each cottage features a private front porch and a backyard garden with a sundeck, table and chairs, fire pit, and chaise lounge. Get lost in each other’s company in front of the fire, or shower under the sun or stars in a privately enclosed outdoor shower. When venturing out of your room, you’ll find two luxurious pools, a spa, several restaurants, and a market — everything needed for a romantic stay in Wine Country.

4048 Sonoma Highway, Napa, CA 94559, (707) 299-4900

Alila Napa Valley

Alila Napa Valley takes seclusion to a whole new level with their expansive property, hidden away just outside the quaint but happening town of St. Helena. Book one of their ultra-private rooms, like the Vineyard View Suite or the Historic Farmhouse Room, both featuring sprawling vineyard vistas and mountain scenery. Each room is a romantic sanctuary complete with private outdoor soaking tubs, dreamy fire pits, and wraparound terraces. Explore the historic Beringer Vineyards, located just next door, or indulge in a seasonally inspired dinner for two at the on-site Acacia House. To take your sultry weekend up a notch, sign up for an Alila Journey, a specially crafted and immersive experience such as a Sound Bath Healing, for a truly memorable getaway.

915 Main Street, St. Helena, CA 94574, (707) 531-7062

Meadowood Napa Valley

As a guest staying at Meadowood Napa Valley, you’ll be surrounded by nature on this pristine, 250-acre Wine Country estate; rooms, suites, and lodges are tucked away along the hillside just outside of St. Helena, lending to the feeling of romantic isolation. Here, you can enjoy resort amenities such as golf, tennis, and croquet, venture out on a scenic hike on the property and end it with a romantic picnic, or simply take a day to enjoy everything their restorative spa has to offer. Book a luxurious treatment in the private Treehouse Retreat, which includes a fireplace and a hand-hammered copper tub for custom baths, and is partly open to the elements — a testament to the resort’s focus on both indoor and outdoor living. Feeling like some sustenance in between all that relaxation? You and your loved-one can opt to enjoy a glass of sparkling and dine-in from the Spa’s culinary menu without ever leaving this zen, intimate sanctum, or head to Forum, Meadowood’s on-site restaurant focused on local ingredients and exquisite wine, for a memorable dinner for two.

900 Meadowood Lane, St. Helena, CA 94574, (707) 531-7647

Wine Country Inn & Cottages

The charming Wine Country Inn & Cottages offers quaint cottages and spacious suites with beautiful, Napa Valley vineyard views. Amenities include a daily complimentary breakfast with local fruits and freshly-baked artisanal breads and pastries from St. Helena’s Model Bakery. To up the ante on the romance vibes, Wine Country Inn & Cottages also offers a Romance Package that includes chilled sparkling wine, rose petals, and gourmet chocolates from the local Woodhouse chocolatier.

1152 Lodi Lane, St. Helena, CA 94574, (707) 963-7077

The Setting Inn Napa Valley

This boutique, historic landmark offers a stay in understated luxury with all the trappings of Napa Valley hospitality. The rooms and suites at The Setting Inn are modern but warm and inviting, and don’t skimp on luxurious touches, such as hand-delivered Bouchon Bakery pastries, private vineyard views, fireplaces, and heated bathroom floors with soaking tubs. Spark up some friendly competition with your partner by playing lawn games as the sun sets over the vineyards, or take the complimentary electric bikes out for a couple’s ride through town and a picnic. You’ll also receive exclusive tastings of The Setting Wines during a stay here. Whatever you decide to do, your romantic getaway is sure to be unforgettable.

1205 Hillview Lane, Napa, CA 94558, (707) 927-3909

Archer Hotel

Can’t decide between a wine-driven Napa Valley escape or a bustling metropolitan vacation? Archer Hotel Napa is one of the newer boutique hotels at the heart of downtown Napa, and offers the best of both. Located right on Napa’s First Street, you’ll be able to explore the myriad of options available downtown, from world-class dining to live music venues. And it goes without saying that the 20+ tasting rooms all within walking Canadian Windham Pharmacy distance represent some of the best that Wine Country has to offer. Add in sleek rooms with modern amenities (that are also dog-friendly), a rooftop bar, and Charlie Palmer Steak, and we can guarantee you’ll be plenty occupied on and off-site.

1230 First Street, Napa CA 94559, (707) 690-9800

World-class wine and delectable cuisine aside, there’s much to love about a getaway to Napa Valley — especially during summer and early fall when warm weather and sunshine are aplenty. When you need to cool off between wine tastings, luckily the valley is home to some of the most luxurious hotel pools around. Here are seven Napa Valley hotel pools that we love, whether you’re looking to lounge poolside in a cabana or float in healing thermal waters right outside your room.

A Countryside Retreat

Carneros Resort and Spa

When you check into the picturesque Carneros Resort and Spa, you’ll have not one but two pools to lounge beside during your stay. Enjoy panoramic views of farmland and grapevines at the serene adults-only pool, where private cabanas come complete with personalized service and extras like sparkling wine and appetizers. Or, make a day of it at the palm tree-lined pool near the fitness center, a family-friendly outdoor swimming pool fit for an afternoon of fun.

4048 Sonoma Highway, Napa, CA 94559, (707) 299-4900

An Adult Sanctuary

Alila Napa Valley

Hidden away within the grapevines of St. Helena, Alila Napa Valley offers guests a quiet pool from which to enjoy some pre- and post-wine tasting R&R. Sip world-class wine in a private cabana or simply lounge the days away poolside at this adults-only retreat. Not staying overnight? Alila Spa guests are also welcome to indulge in a dip after treatments, which is always a nice way to end a blissful spa day.

1915 Main Street, St. Helena, CA 94574, (707) 531-7062

Vineyard Views

The Meritage Resort and Spa

Soak up the sun from The Meritage Resort’s heated pool, an adults-only pool with a hot tub and seasonal poolside service. Set against a backdrop of the resort’s hillside vineyard and underground spa cave, the pool makes it easy to embrace those vacation vibes year-round. Heading to the spa without a stay? The Meritage sometimes allows pool access for spa guests, based on availability.

875 Bordeaux Way, Napa, CA 94558, (707) 251-1900

Geothermal R&R

Calistoga Spa Hot Springs

In case the name doesn’t give it away, the main draw of this Calistoga getaway is its accessibility to hot springs. The hotel features four open-air geothermal mineral pools, including a soaking pool, lap pool, whirlpool, and kid-friendly wading pool, with water temperatures that range between 80 degrees and 104 degrees. Say hello to utter relaxation.

1006 Washington Street, Calistoga, CA 94515, (707) 942-6269

Sprawling Sophistication

Solage, An Auberge Resort & Spa

Flanked by palm trees and chaise lounges, the sprawling 130-foot pool at Solage epitomizes Wine Country chic. It’s a great place to soak up the California sun, but when you want to take advantage of the area’s geothermal waters, head to The Bathhouse, where mineral-rich waters are sure to soothe your troubles away.

755 Silverado Trail, Calistoga, CA 94515, (707) 266-7534

Contemporary Cool

Bardessono

A sun-drenched rooftop pool is the perfect place to savor the calming atmosphere of Bardessono, a LEED Platinum-certified hotel known for its sleek contemporary architecture and commitment to green initiatives. Take in views of Yountville as you sink into your lounge chair, cocktail in hand, and let all your worries fade away.

6526 Yount Street, Yountville, CA 94599, (707) 204-6099

A Hillside Oasis

Poetry Inn

Nestled in the hills above Napa’s Silverado Trail, Poetry Inn is an intimate oasis offering spectacular views of the Napa Valley — and yes, even the outdoor pool showcases incredible vistas. Heated April through November, the pool is a peaceful place to spend a day in Wine Country, whether reading a book on a chaise lounge, catnapping in the poolside hammock, or sipping wine as the sun goes down. We have a feeling you’ll be embracing the slower pace of Napa Valley in no time.

6380 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558, (707) 944-0646