Hotel Blog - Napa Valley Hotel & Suites

If your travels bring you to Northern California, book a few extra days to visit Napa. You’ll experience some of the world’s finest wines in one of the most beautiful wine regions (and we’re not just bragging!). When you’re traveling by air, driving distance to Napa from the local airports is : 34 miles from Sonoma County Airport (STS); about one hour by car 63 miles from Oakland International Airport (OAK); roughly 90 minutes 70 miles from San Francisco Internation...

Do you have a wine lover on your holiday gift list? Before you head to the nearest wine shop to purchase yet another bottle of wine, consider some of the more unique gifts you can give your friend or family member. Your thoughtfulness will show, and you can always pair the gift with a bottle of wine or an invitation to visit a winery in Napa Valley. Below are some of our top recommendations for holiday gifts for the wine lover in your life.  Wine-infused Salts  Wine-infused sal...

When you visit Napa Valley this winter, be sure to check out Napa’s seasonal outdoor ice rink, now entering its 9th season. Here’s what you need to know about Napa on Ice: The 6300 square-foot ice rink opens to the public on November 5, 2019, and stays open daily (including holidays) until mid-January. Skate rental is free with admission, which is less than $20 for all ages. The rink is in the open air, letting you skate under the Valley’s lovely skies during th...

If you’re looking for ideas to make holiday memories, think about planning a Wine Train adventure in Napa Valley. The Wine Train celebrated its 30th anniversary in September 2019 and continues to deliver luxury rail experiences on a historic rail line dating back to 1864.  Just imagine a Thanksgiving dinner featuring the following: a 4-course meal, accompanied by world-class wines (of course!) scenic views through beautiful vineyards from downtown Napa to the village of St. ...

It’s hard to believe that the holidays are upon us! All across the country, towns and cities have annual tree lightings, parades and festivals to welcome the season. Napa Valley, as you can imagine, is no exception. There are many events held over the next six weeks that you don’t want to miss out on. Weather in Napa in December is mild, usually in the 50s and 60s. However, the nights get cold so be sure to dress appropriately. Below are five holiday events that you don’t want...