Restored stone showpiece
The 1886 stone landmark runs as an intimate French-inspired inn, opening out to citrus trees and antique limestone fountains.
“The beautifully appointed living and dining room—as well as Richard and Dina’s welcoming hospitality—will make travelers feel right at home.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Restored nineteenth-century cut-stone walls set against vintage crystal chandeliers and antique desks.
Remarkable
An 1886 French Second Empire stone landmark, rescued after fifty abandoned years.
Notable
Communal seasonal breakfasts with garden herbs and insider reservations for premier valley tables.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in AFAR.
The carefully landscaped grounds include fragrant herb gardens and citrus trees, a tennis court, and a pretty swimming pool…
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Quiet residential streets surround the grounds, and Lincoln Avenue's tasting rooms and restaurants are a short stroll away.
The rooms
Bedrooms pair antique desks with plush king beds, leading to Carrara marble bathrooms with radiant heated floors.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Red market umbrellas and sun loungers line the heated outdoor pool, set beside the private turf tennis court.
The sauna and spa
A cedar infrared sauna and Himalayan salt room sit in the pool house, surrounded by garden greenery.
At the table
Guests gather at the communal table for chef-prepared breakfasts made with herbs picked fresh from the garden.
How it began
Built in 1886 as a merchant's residence, the stone building served as Calistoga's main hospital before sitting abandoned for half a century.
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How we rate hotels.
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.