Fort Baker Sausalito, California
Renovated
2022
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Heritage WellnessOutside the door
Restored officers quarters lodge
Life revolves around the historic parade green, where national park quiet meets views of the San Francisco skyline.
“A national park lodge that trades the elk antlers and log beams for modern art and bamboo ceilings, Cavallo Point is a rare species.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Colonial Revival officers’ quarters from 1915 flank the green with wide porches.
Remarkable
Heated outdoor meditation pool and eucalyptus steam rooms anchor the wellness center.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
The Lodge, in a former life, was officers’ housing for Fort Baker, today part of the spectacular Marin Headlands park.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Trails wind through Fort Baker into the Marin Headlands, with Sausalito's waterfront a short drive away.
The rooms
Restored quarters retain pressed tin ceilings and hardwood floors, contrasting with contemporary rooms built with bamboo millwork.
The meditation pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated outdoor meditation pool sits in the spa courtyard, surrounded by stone terraces and glowing fire pits.
The spa
Yoga and fitness
Morning yoga classes gather on the green lawn, and the fitness center looks out through tall sash windows.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Sula
Curved banquettes and brick fireplaces anchor the dining room, where the kitchen serves modern American dishes with Asian influences.
Original brick fireplaces and beamed ceilings mingle with modern finishes and furnishings, such as butter-soft leather sofas and whitewashed Adirondack chairs.
At the table
Farley pours craft beers along a counter of fallen wood, and the cooking school hosts hands-on culinary workshops.
How it began
Established in 1866, Fort Baker added Colonial Revival officers' quarters in 1915 before becoming part of the national park.
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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.