Retro roadside hangout
Lawn games, fire pits, and camper-inspired styling turn a mid-century roadside motel into an easygoing social hub.
“It's the ultimate love letter to the beloved American road trip and van life, without overdoing the theme.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
AvroKO styled the interiors with retro camper-van banquettes and bold graphic tiling.
Remarkable
Three geothermal mineral pools accompany outdoor volcanic mud bakes and herbal clawfoot soaks.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
here’s a ’40s motor lodge reimagined in a retro-influenced contemporary style by the design firm AvroKO.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The Silverado Trail ends right at the door, and downtown Calistoga is a short cruiser bike ride away.
The rooms
Camper rooms have dinette tables that fold into extra beds, while newer Deluxe rooms add private balconies.
The mineral pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Three outdoor pools draw on natural geothermal springs, ranging from a swimming pool to a hot soaking whirlpool.
The spa
Pastel clawfoot tubs are arranged for herbal salt soaks, alongside a steam room and outdoor volcanic mud bakes.
Dogs stay too.
Fleetwood Restaurant & Bar
Twin wood-fired ovens burn almond and oak for artisan pizzas, house pastas, and local Napa Valley wines.
The bright pastel hues of blues, yellows and greens alongside a glass-blocked lounge...evoke iconography from the great American road trip.
How it began
The property began in 1946 as the Sunburst Motel, a classic motor stop along the Silverado Trail.
“The boutique property features a design by New York-based firm AvroKo, with lots of midcentury-modern furniture, bright pops of color, and retro details...”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.