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Calistoga Ranch
580 Lommel Road, Calistoga, CA, USA
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Calistoga Ranch might sound like a rustic old cattlemen’s hideout, and given its location in the upper Napa valley one could mistake it for a nature commune, or some kind of eco-retreat. In fact it’s a modern and highly exclusive luxury resort, easily on a par with the world’s finest rural getaways, be they Aman resorts or otherwise.
In this case, the management is courtesy of Auberge Resorts, owners of the nearby Auberge du Soleil. Calistoga Ranch, dare we say, goes several steps beyond the Auberge; here the lodgings are all sleek and modernist freestanding cottages, built off-site and shipped in, to minimize environmental impact. Rich hardwoods, Roman blinds and hefty white beds set the tone, and details like Italian linens, ultra-modern fixtures and custom-blended bath products add a sheen of high glamour. Indoor-outdoor bathrooms recall some of the more luxurious tropical resorts, but the Northern California nights will have you pulling the duvet tight around your traveling companion.
As for leisure pursuits, the emphasis here is on utterly spoiling luxury. Traditional resort sports like golf and tennis are overlooked in favor of nature hikes and, charmingly, bocce. A lap pool and an open-air fitness center overlooking the Calistoga Ranch Vineyard are available for the fitness-minded. Total idleness, however, is certainly not frowned upon; this is the ideal place to read (or write) a book, and the Bathhouse is the Ranch’s pride and joy. Classic treatments and cutting-edge products combine with stunning set design and beautiful natural surroundings to make Calistoga Ranch a spa experience on par with any, anywhere.
All told, it’s more thorough an escape than you’ve any right to expect so close to San Francisco. This is the sort of experience that most often involves intercontinental airfares and long treks to Far East backwaters—and though it’s not exactly a cost-cutting alternative, at least you can leave your passport at home.
How to get there:
Calistoga Ranch is approximately a 1 hour and 45 minute drive from San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
- Complimentary upgrade upon hotel check-in, based upon availability
- Bottle of wine and cheese plate upon arrival
- Locally produced arrival gift
- Complimentary continental breakfast for two (value of approximately US$ 37.50 per person per day)
- 46 Rooms
- Style: Modern Design
- Atmosphere: Quiet
- 7 Guest Reviews
- Calistoga Ranch
- 580 Lommel Road
- Calistoga, CA, USA
Hotel amenities and services
- 24 hour concierge
- 24 hour front desk
- 24 hour gym
- 24 hour medical assistance
- Adjoining rooms
- Babysitting (on request)
- Bar
- Business center
- Central air conditioning
- Free parking
- Free wi-fi
- Game room
- Golf nearby
- Jacuzzi
- Lounge
- Multi-lingual staff
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Pet Friendly
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Shopping area nearby
- Spa
- Spa treatments (on request)
- Steam rooms
- Wake-up service
- Wood burning fireplace
Other Napa / Sonoma Valleys hotels
7 Guest Reviews
All reviews are from Tablet guests with verified stays.
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- mark
- Stayed August 2012
- Rating: Excellent
What I liked:
beautiful location. private rooms. great outdoor shower.
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
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- Melissa
- Stayed December 2011
- Rating: Poor
What I liked:
Beautiful location. Nice outdoor hot tub and shower. Working fireplace a plus. Deck was very nice. Mercedes loan program was cool. Amazing spa.
What the hotel could do better:
We encountered several main problems here most centered on food service and hospitality. Restaurant service was bad and food was very disappointing. For a region know for it's culinary expertise, Calistoga Ranch really needs to step up the food service. We waited at least an hour for breakfast on a Monday when the resort was less than half full only to find a hair in it! This was after several other disappointing instances that led to the hotel food & beverage manager promising he would "personally" oversee our room.
Aside from the bad food and spotty service, this property also pushes their permanent residences. It's super obnoxious. Room TV is turned to the sales channel whenever you leave. Lame pamphlets extorting the values of purchasing a time share promise you an "immediate in" with the wine makers and social scene in the valley. Super transparent and annoying.
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- kristina
- Stayed February 2011
- Rating: Excellent
What I liked:
Absolutely beautiful setting and great svc
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
