Napa County Destinations

The Silverado Resort and Spa is one of Napa Valley’s most popular luxury resorts, offering everything from championship golf and tennis to 5-star spa treatments, hiking, bocce courts, wine tasting, and fine dining—all within walking distance of your spacious guest room.

Golfers and tennis players flock to this 1,200-acre playground, and it’s easy to see why. The Silverado boasts two perfectly maintained 18-hole golf courses, redesigned by PGA Hall-of-Famer, former lead NBC analyst and owner Johnny Miller. The resort is home to the one of the largest tennis complexes in North America, with 10 Plexipave championship courts rimmed with flowered walkways and was recently recognized among the world’s 14 best by Tennis Resorts Online.

Set in a cluster of buildings on 2 acres of vineyards and trees, this high-end hotel off State Route 29 is 5 miles from downtown Yountville.

Refined, antiques-filled rooms in an 1870s house feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, marble bathrooms and sitting areas. Upgraded, modern rooms add fireplaces, and some also have kitchenettes. Plush suites add balconies, and bathrooms with heated floors and soaking tubs. In-room spa treatments are available.

Continental breakfast, and evening wine and cheese are complimentary. There’s a spa, an outdoor pool and a hot tub, as well as grounds with contemporary sculptures and ponds.

This Mediterranean-style hotel is 1.1 mile from the Napa Valley Opera House and 1.2 miles from the Napa Valley Wine Train.

Modern suites have flat-screen TVs and WiFi (fee), plus separate living areas with pull-out sofas, kitchenettes and coffeemakers. Upgraded suites include a bottle of wine, free WiFi, a galley kitchen and/or garden views.

Free made-to-order breakfast is offered daily, as well as evening appetizers and drinks. There’s also a restaurant, a fitness center and 2 pools, plus a business center and 10,000 sq ft of meeting space.

Terraced along a sunlit hillside and nestled among a 33-acre olive grove, the “Inn of the Sun” is renowned for its culinary roots, sweeping vineyard views and exceptional service. Indulge in the best of wine country at Auberge du Soleil, Napa Valley’s most iconic luxury property.

This upscale hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Napa Valley Opera House, an 11-minute walk from the Oxbow Public Market and 8 miles from the Hess Collection.

This elegant hotel and spa partially powered by rooftop solar panels is a mile from the Napa Valley Performing Arts Center and the Napa Valley Museum.

Featuring gas fireplaces and lavish bathrooms with hidden massage tables for in-room spa treatments (fee), the sophisticated, sunny suites offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus sitting areas with daybeds, courtyards or balconies, and minifridges.

Freebies include valet parking, loaner bikes, yoga classes and wine tastings. There’s also a rooftop pool, and a hip restaurant/cocktail bar with an eclectic menu using ingredients grown in the hotel garden.

Set in a modest low-rise building, this relaxed hotel is a mile from the Napa Valley Wine Train and the art deco Uptown Theater, and 7 miles from the Artesa Vineyards & Winery.

Featuring exterior entrances, the warmly decorated rooms come with free Wi-Fi, cable TV, minifridges and microwaves. Upgraded rooms add hand-painted murals, chandeliers and whirlpool tubs.

Amenities include a garden and free parking.

This traditional inn is less than a mile from the Napa Valley Opera House and 1.3 miles from vineyard tours with the Napa Valley Wine Train.

All of the warm rooms offer free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, desks, minifridges and coffeemakers. Some rooms have fireplaces. Children 12 and under stay free with a parent.

There’s a free continental breakfast buffet, afternoon tea service and parking, as well as an outdoor hot tub, a spa and a garden. Amenities also include a guest computer, a meeting room and laundry service.

This modern hotel and spa surrounding a lagoon in suburban Napa Valley is 7 minutes’ drive from Six Flags theme park and 12 minutes’ drive from Napa County Airport.

All rooms offer classic decor and custom-designed beds, plus flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Suites add separate living areas. Some rooms offer balconies/patios and lagoon views.

A stylish all-day restaurant focuses on locally-sourced produce and features an extensive local wine list. There’s also a full-service spa, fitness center and outdoor pool. Additional amenities include 5 meeting rooms and a business center, plus free parking.

Set on 8 acres of vineyards, this upscale resort is 1.1 miles from Downtown and 8.4 miles from the restaurants and shops of Yountville.

The rustic-chic rooms, suites and cottages are equipped with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. They offer views of the gardens, vineyards or the Mayacamas Mountains. Some have fireplaces, separate sitting areas, whirlpool tubs and private decks.

There are 2 heated outdoor pools (1 is adults-only) and 2 hot tubs, an exercise room and meeting space. There are spa treatments (fee), plus access to a golf club and cigar program (fee).

Set on 3 acres overlooking the Napa River, this refined hotel is 1 mile from wineries along the Silverado Trail and 2 miles from the Uptown Theatre.

The 12 elegant rooms feature free Wi-Fi, 42-inch flat-screen TVs and minibars, as well as whirlpool tubs and designer toiletries. Most are adults-only, and some have gas fireplaces and river views. Upgraded rooms add sitting areas, and some have private terraces or decks.

Gourmet breakfast and evening wine receptions are included, as are passes to a nearby gym. A spa with a seasonal riverside cabana offers massages and beauty treatments. Children 17 and under are welcome with prior notice.

This classic inn is 3.4 miles from downtown Napa and 5.6 miles from Yountville.

The warmly furnished rooms are equipped with coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Suites add features like private patios, whirlpool tubs or living areas.

Free perks include hot breakfast, nightly wine tasting and parking. Amenities also include an outdoor pool, a whirlpool tub and meeting facilities.

Dating from 1901, this elegant hotel within the 19th-century Historic Napa Mill is 2 minutes’ walk from the Napa River and a 6-minute walk from live shows at Uptown Theatre.

The plush, ornate rooms, some with Victorian-style furnishings, feature claw-foot tubs, coffeemakers and minifridges. They also include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and iPod docks, as well as complimentary breakfast. Suites add sitting areas, fireplaces, and/or balconies with river views.

Parking, local tours and wine-tasting sessions are offered at no charge. There’s also a spa, a market and a wine shop, plus 3 meeting rooms, event space and a riverfront patio.

This modest, wine-country hotel set among Old Town Napa’s shops, restaurants and galleries is 5 minutes from the Napa River Trail and the Italianate-style Napa Valley Opera House, which dates to 1880.

Accessed by exterior corridors, the cozy rooms have sturdy wood furnishings and dark-colored accent walls, and offer free Wi-Fi, cable TV and coffeemakers, plus bathrooms with marble vanities and Swedish massage showers. Some suites add whirlpool tubs and full kitchens. Extended stays are available.

Complimentary perks include coffee, tea and parking. There’s also an outdoor pool.

Set on a hillside in the Stags Leap District, this upscale hotel is a 12-minute walk from Cliff Lede Vineyards and an 18-minute drive from downtown Napa.

Elegant rooms have private balconies, fireplaces, and marble bathrooms with soaking tubs and rainfall showerheads. They all include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks. Suites add separate living spaces.

Amenities include a complimentary 3-course breakfast, an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Spa services are available for a fee.

Overlooking the Napa River, this upscale hotel is a 4-minute walk from the Napa Valley Wine Train, and 12 minutes’ walk from downtown Napa’s antique stores, wine-tasting rooms and gourmet restaurants.

The stylish rooms come with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, while upgraded rooms offer whirlpool baths, pull-out sofas, and balconies with river views. Room service and in-room spa treatments are offered.

There’s an elegant wood-paneled bar, and a restaurant with a patio, plus an exercise room and bike rentals. Meeting space is available.

Surrounded by vineyards and wineries, this upscale inn off US-29 in the Napa Valley is 4 miles from Lake Hennessey and 9 miles from the Silverado Trail.

Featuring exposed-beam ceilings, the cozy, chalet-style rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers. All offer patios, and living areas with fireplaces. Some rooms are split-level. Suites include separate living spaces, Juliet balconies and spa-style bathrooms.

Parking, continental breakfast, and weekly socials with wine and cheese are included. There’s also an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a terrace with a stone fireplace. Minimum-stay rules may apply.

Set on the outskirts of historic Calistoga, this upscale resort is 4 miles from Castello di Amorosa castel and winery and 7.6 miles from the Robert Louis Stevenson State Park.

Chic studio rooms and suites are set in wooden cottages and come with vaulted ceilings and minibars, plus flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and free high-speed Internet. Resort bicycles are also provided. Some quarters feature fireplaces, patios and outdoor hot tubs.

There’s a restaurant serving an organic farm-to-table menu, along with a patio lounge. Amenities include yoga classes, mud baths, and a hot-springs mineral pool.

Located on the riverbank in downtown Napa, this upscale hotel is 3 minutes’ walk from the Napa Valley Wine Train which offers vineyard tours.

Rooms have flat-screen TVs, desks and free WiFi, as well as rainfall showers and pillow-top mattresses. Upgraded rooms offer kitchenettes. Suites add living rooms, pull-out sofas, kitchens and balconies. Dogs receive beds, treats and toys (fee).

Parking is free. Culinary options include an acclaimed French restaurant, a bar and a lounge. Other perks are a fitness center, a spa, and an outdoor saltwater pool with a bar and hot tub. There’s also a business center with 5 meeting rooms.

Just off Highway 29, this low-rise, 1950s-style motel once visited by Marilyn Monroe, Rock Hudson and Elvis Presley is 2 miles from downtown Napa and the Napa Valley Wine Train, and within 5 miles of dozens of wineries. It’s also 14 miles from the Hess Collection art museum and Six Flags Discovery Kingdom.

Traditional, pool-view rooms accessed by exterior corridors offer low-key decor, free Wi-Fi and satellite TV, plus coffeemakers, microwaves and minifridges.

Complimentary amenities include on-site parking and continental breakfast with fresh fruit. The heated courtyard pool features mountain views, and there’s a lawn with a barbecue area.

Bell Winery Bell Winery Bell Winery was established in 1991 by Anthony Bell. He began his venture with a grape called the “Jackson Clone” which is now referred as “Clone 6”. With the help of investors he has grown his 500 case production to over 15,000 cases a year. The special attention of the knowledgeable staff and the great cabs produced with the now famous “Clone 6” make this a must do stop when you come to Napa.

Clos Du Val Clos Du Val Winery is in the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley. John Goelet and Bernard Portet wanted to produce Bordeaux-style wine and found Stag’s Leap to be perfect place to establish their winery. They bought 150 acres to establish the winery in 1972. To add to the Bourdeax style wines they bought vineyard land in Los Carneros. The cooler climate of this region was optimal for the Burgundian varieties, like Pinot noir and Chardonnay.

Clos Du Val Bennett Lane Winery has become known for the well textured Cabernet Sauvignon it produces. Their Maximus Cabernet has been touted by publications like Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast and Robert Parker. The ratings for several vintages have been in the 90+ range for those who like to know the score. They also make a wonderful Merlot and the Syrah has also gotten recognition. This is a warm cozy place tucked just north of Calistoga, well off the beaten path.

Madonna Estate Since 1922 the Bartolucci Family has consistently grown and harvested grapes at Madonna Estate. Located in the Carneros region, an area known for its terroir of rich soil and cool breezes, the Bartolucci family organically farms their grapes and produces Estate Bottled wines. In addition to practicing natural farming methods, they also combine traditional and modern winemaking techniques. They are the third oldest winemaking family in the Napa Valley.

Frogs Leap Winery Jessup Cellars is known for handcrafted, small production wines and offers an exceptional tasting experience. They have a tasting room just down the street from the French Laundry and it’s gardens. The winery is eco-friendly down to the water which is purified through filters on the property. The expertise and individual attention of the Jessup team are unmatched. Your wine tasting will include bold cabernets, smooth Bordeaux– style blends, crisp whites and rich Ports.

Grgich Hills Grgich Hills Miljenko “Mike” Grgich gained international recognition at the “Paris Tasting” of 1976. This blind tasting was lead by a panel of eminent French judges who tasted white Burgundies of France and a few Chardonnays from the Napa Valley. Napa Valley wines came out on top which surprised the French judges. The 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay became the finest white wine in the world. This launched Mike’ reputation as one of the greatest winemakers in the world.

Napa Uptown Theatre The 1937 Uptown Theatre in historic Napa was restored by benefit of the Altimira Family in the grand fashion of the Golden Era in Hollywood and re-opened in 2008 complete with searchlights, banners and movie stars. A performance stage replaced the old screen and the Courtyard Cafe replaced the popcorn and candy. Since re-opening, entertainers luminaries such as Chris Isaak, Los Lonely Boys, Devo, Montrose, Boz Scaggs, Merle Haggard, Cyndi Lauper, BB King, Lewis Black, Lyle Lovett, Ron White have graced its cozy stage.

They are located in Napa’s Historic Mill the back door opens to a patio on the river. The place will remind customers of a a speakeasy of the past. On Fridays & Saturdays live entertainment is served with drinks and appetizers. They serve a full bar and microbrews on tap. This is Napa’s Premiere Music Room. Live jazz, smooth jazz, blues, rock, reggae and motown music.

The Napa Valley Wine Train provides a relaxing 3 hour 36 mile journey between the town of Napa through the famous wine valley of Napa Valley through the beautiful village of St. Helena and back. The Napa wine train serves an culinary delight for lunch, they are experts at service. View the vineyards and wineries from the vintage 1915-1917 Pullman Dining car or 1952 Vista Dome rail cars.

Tarla Grill This long awaited Mediterranean style grill, Tarla, offers a simple yet sophisticated menu of Greek and Turkish Fusion Cuisine. Modern decor with a dining bar is flanked by bistro syle tables in a comfortable and elegant space. Their Kebobs and eggplant Musakka lead with golden stars but are not the only prizes at this tasty outpost of Europe and the Middle East. Try a lamb burger, Pastachio crusted fish, braised ribs complemented by hummus, dolmas and tzatzitki.

Napa General Store Napa General Store The café offers casual riverside dining in a relaxed atmosphere. For breakfast try some cornmeal pancakes with thick-cut bacon, chocolate-filled beignets, huevos rancheros and fresh local coffee. Lunch is house-made soups, locally grown salads, monstrous sandwiches, sublime brick-oven pizzas, and tasty Asian-styled noodle bowls. They offer breakfast and lunch daily (open 8am-4pm) on their garden patio or by a cozy wood-stove, the Napa General Store also offers wine tastings and sales from unique small-production Napa wineries along with a barn-full of local artisans and American made gifts.

Risorante Allegria With an expansive Italian menu is perfect for a luncheon or a fancy dinner. The full bar draws a good crowd and spings a great energy to the restaurant. They have wonderful appetizers and a select wine list. On main street near all the nightlife they offer a fine dining experience. The white table cloths host the Italian and Mediterranean classic dishes. The service is top shelf supported by candlelight and Italian music. Come here and they promise great memories and great food.

Cole’s Chophouse Cole’s Chop House is a “Classic American Steak House” located in historic downtown Napa. They serve only the best: 21 day dry-aged prime steaks, Certified Angus Beef, formula fed veal, New Zealand lamb and fresh seafood. Try the wispy onion pre plate. The staff sommelier can help with the extensive wine list, of course, emphasizing Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from the area’s finest producers. This establishment is a favorite with locals, an elegant “boothy” style with the best of food and wine available. To top it off the bar offers top shelve top serve.