The charming town of Yountville is a luxury destination in Northern California that everyone should experience at least once. Along the main street are hotels with the most fantastic curb appeal. Tucked in with all the outstanding restaurants, galleries, and wine tasting rooms, each hotel offers something different. Yountville boasts high-end hotels and spa retreats providing relaxing vacations and wonderful long weekends 2 hours north of the San Francisco Bay area.
The main road through Yountville is a refreshing 1-mile stretch that is walkable or can be seen by a free trolley ride. Free parking is available everywhere. People come from all over to browse the stores, eat in fantastic restaurants, taste wines from all over the region, and stay in fabulous luxury hotels.
Yountville’s location in the Napa Valley means that there are an unlimited number of activities to experience and enjoy. Hot air balloon rides, bicycle rides, vineyard tours, and many other activities are available nearby. For those who wish to relax, spa packages are available, or guests can simply enjoy the tranquility of their room. Yountville is a small, peaceful town with some of the finest hotels in the beautiful Napa Valley.
Pro Tip: Rather than having a highway running through the center of town like other destinations, Yountville’s main street runs parallel to the St. Helena Highway. All of the traffic is left outside of town so visitors can slow down and relax while enjoying the sights.
1. Hotel Yountville Resort And Spa
When exiting the St. Helena Highway onto California Drive, Hotel Yountville comes into view. The hotel is stunning and provides a preview of what is to come. The entrance is straight ahead, and there is free parking available. The hotel is European-inspired with a river stone exterior. Fountains and walkways grace the interior courtyards, creating a relaxing start to an unforgettable stay.
As you enter, the great room has high vaulted ceilings and serves as the reception desk, bar, and large living room. The airy room, floor-to-ceiling windows, and gigantic fireplace create an intimate and appealing choice for guests that is perfect for couples, wine enthusiasts, or those in need of a relaxing getaway.
Enjoy a dip in the pool, a visit to the spa, or maybe a hot air balloon ride. There are bicycles for guest use, discounts for wine tasting, olive oil tastings, and of course, a meal at the hotel’s own Heritage Oak restaurant. If you so choose, order a meal to be served in your room on the patio or balcony.
The exceptional staff is ready to provide every comfort. The concierge can assist with reservations for the Michelin Guide restaurants in the area and any other activities you wish.
Pro Tip: Take a bike ride or walk to the north end of town (about a mile away). You’ll pass by so many great restaurants, shops, and wine tasting venues. Stop at Bouchon Bakery for a coffee and croissant. You can also walk under St. Helena Highway and over to Domaine Chandon (a 10-minute walk). Ask the concierge for directions and a reservation.
2. Bardessono Hotel And Spa
Bardessono is Hotel Yountville’s sister hotel. The hotel has a beautiful modern look. From the lobby to the exquisite grounds, there is something for everyone. Choose a spa suite or a private villa with a gas fireplace and a private courtyard or balcony. Enjoy the height of luxury while staying in world-class Yountville.
At the front of the hotel, the valet will greet you and care for your car. Step inside and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine at check-in while a complimentary bottle of wine waits for you in your room. The hotel will prepare a special wine and cheese platter and deliver it to your room for special occasions. No request is too small for the efficient, friendly staff.
Bardessono has a complimentary car shuttle service for guests. Let the concierge know where you wish to go and leave the driving to someone else! It’s a great way to get to restaurants, wineries, and wherever you want to go. Bikes are available for guests, and there is a spa, a fitness room, and a pool.
Lucy is Bardessono’s restaurant and bar, a contemporary and inviting place to dine. In a town with no shortage of great dining options, Lucy shines – an excellent choice while staying at Bardessono (or anytime).
Pro Tip: Bring your pet along to share your suite! Enjoy a wonderful time walking around or out by the pool. Bardessono will provide treats, a water dish, and a bed for your pet.
3. Napa Valley Lodge
Napa Valley Lodge is a quiet respite near the north end of town, which does not claim to be a resort or a bed and breakfast. Napa Valley Lodge is locally owned and operated. The management is concerned with providing each guest with personal service and a unique experience. The lodge’s Tuscan flair is evident in the room design and the courtyard area. Guests will often use Napa Valley Lodge as a base camp to explore Yountville and the Napa Valley.
The lodge does not have a restaurant or a bar. What they offer are comfortable rooms, some with fireplaces. There are also suites available. Veranda rooms with wood-burning fireplaces are a wonderful touch that creates an intimate experience. Guests love the courtyard area, which has hammocks and a pool to enjoy. A morning buffet is served each day for all guests, and a short walk will bring you to several Michelin-starred restaurants.
Take advantage of the spa for a facial or massage, or go for a ride on one of the hotel bicycles. A tandem bike is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and there are regular bicycles available as well. A charging station for electric vehicles is also on-site.
After making a reservation, you will receive a call a few weeks before your stay to assist with whatever might be needed. Many guests come back regularly, and Napa Valley Lodge strives to learn who their guests are and what they want to see and do during their stay. Excellent, caring customer service is a priority for management and staff.
Pro Tip: Each afternoon at 3 p.m., the lodge provides fresh-baked cookies for the guests. The cookies are so popular that they are usually gone in a few minutes. If any cookies are unclaimed, a text message is sent to all guests, alerting them so they don’t miss out!
4. North Block Hotel
Located ideally for food and wine lovers, North Block Hotel is a short stroll to Yountville’s finest restaurants and fabulous wine tasting venues. A small but intimate boutique hotel of 20 rooms, North Block offers its guests fantastic service and a quiet, comfortable room for their stay.
Enjoy a glass of wine upon arrival and begin to unwind. There is a whiskey tasting for guests to enjoy in the evenings. Guests can also take off on an electric bike and head to the nearby wineries for a fun afternoon. Take a dip in the heated pool or book a spa treatment. North Block provides 2-for-1 wine tasting deals in area tasting rooms. Indulge in North Block’s restaurant, listed in the Michelin Guide.
Guest parking is plentiful on the side of the hotel. There is no valet service, but charging stations for electric vehicles are available.
5. Maison Fleurie — A French Country Inn
Maison Fleurie is a beautifully restored and curated building, initially constructed in 1873 as the Magnolia Hotel. Stone from local quarries supplied the materials to build the hotel. Maison Fleurie is the oldest hotel in the Napa Valley.
After years of disrepair, the Magnolia Hotel was purchased and renovated in 1993. Designers were careful to preserve the old stone. The new owner acquired many items decorating the interior during her travels to France. Lavish gardens around the property are brimming with roses and other beautiful blossoms, which led to the hotel’s new name of Maison Fleurie – which translates to “flowering house.”
Enjoy daily breakfast and an afternoon snack of wine and cheese (a guest favorite) while you lounge on the roof terrace with a grand view of the mountains and vineyard across the street. Swim in the pool or enjoy the hot tub. Bicycles for guests are available. The hotel is in a residential area and perfect for exploring on bikes or foot. Bouchon Bistro, Bouchon Bakery, and Hope & Grace Wine Tasting are behind the hotel. La Calenda Mexican Food (a Thomas Keller restaurant) is right next door.
This charming 13-room French Inn is centrally located, has a friendly and helpful staff, and will leave you with many memories of a fantastic stay in beautiful Yountville, California.
Pro Tip: The hotel does not have an elevator. Climbing the stairs with luggage may prove difficult for some people. Be sure to discuss any special needs with the reservationist.
All hotels in Yountville are focused on customer service. Yountville has so much to offer, and the hotels know whom to call and where to go so you can make memories to last a lifetime!