Geothermal mission showpiece
Shaded by eucalyptus groves, the salmon-hued Spanish Mission estate unfolds across twelve acres centered on thermal pools and bubbling fountains.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A 40,000-square-foot bathhouse with five geothermal mineral pools fed by an underground 115-degree natural aquifer.
Notable
A 1927 mission-style rebuild above historic hot springs, recognized as a member of Historic Hotels of America.
Notable
A 12-acre Wine Country campus featuring multiple mineral pools, seasonal lawn dining, and championship golf access.
What they say
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Today, those springs feed five geothermal pools, with temperatures reaching up to 102 degrees and contain minerals like manganese, silicate, and zinc, in a magical setting…
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Located in Boyes Hot Springs, the grounds lie minutes from historic Sonoma Plaza with guest access to the championship Sonoma Golf Club.
The rooms
Fairmont Heritage rooms occupy the historic wing, while Mission Spa Suites add wood-burning fireplaces and deep two-person Jacuzzi tubs.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The spa
A Roman-style bathing circuit connects stone archways, an aromatherapy herbal steam room, and a Himalayan salt sauna.
The gym and fitness studio
Timber-trussed ceilings rise over the fitness center, and adjacent sunlit studios host daily spin and movement classes.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Santé
Ring chandeliers and wine displays illuminate the dining room, where menus focus on local California-French farm cooking.
At the table
Dozens of regional wines pour by the glass at 38º North, and sunny stone terraces host casual dining.
How it began
Built in 1927 following a fire, the mission-style retreat stands directly above historic mineral hot springs first tapped in the 1840s.
Good to know
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Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
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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.