Napa Hotels

Auberge's Stanly Ranch opened up in spring of 2022, in the Carneros region of Napa Valley. It's about an hour from San Francisco (it's right off Highway 12). And it sits on 700 acres; what's special is that they've only built onto 96 of those acres. The resort itself has 135 cottage rooms. But it also has two more luxurious options: villa homes and vineyard homes. Both are available for purchase. And the villa homes can be booked overnight—they're ideal for family and group trips. The villa homes are all two-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom fully furnished condominiums. They're 2,500 to 3,100 square feet—but they actually feel bigger than that. They have that expansive, airy, California quality. Large sliding glass doors open up to a patio with lounge seating, an outdoor dining table, and a grill that could feed a full football team. Off the primary suite, there's another set of siding glass doors leading onto another outdoor patio space. The kitchen is outfitted to the nines, and a delight to cook and entertain in. The outdoor rain shower and bathtub: also a delight. The villas are surrounded by pathways of…

Given its grand amenities–including its own nine-acre vineyard–this hotel is a good bet if you're looking for a romantic resort rather than a quaint inn. The customer service is excellent, as is the spa. It offers tastings in it's cellars and is only about a 10-minute drive from downtown Napa if you're looking to explore or head out to dinner.

Formerly the Carneros Inn, the 28-acre resort has farmhouse-style charm with contemporary amenities. Like many Napa hotels, rooms here are situated in individual cottages, each outfitted with rocking chairs and an outdoor shower and fire pit. The adults-only pool overlooking the neighboring vineyard is totally idyllic.