Hotel Blog - Napa Valley Hotel & Suites

If there was ever a time to witness the effervescent spirit of Napa, it is now. Based on the recommendations of Napa’s public health officials and the California state government authorities, Napa businesses have reopened their doors to all visitors. From hotels, restaurants, and retail stores, to wineries, tasting rooms, and spas, all Napa establishments have upgraded their safety protocols to protect the health and welfare of employees, guests, and the community at large. As Napa welcom...

May and June are the start of Napa Valley’s peak season, so it’s great to hear that restaurants and wineries have the green light to open. In 2018, an average of 3.8 million people visited the area and spent more than $2.23 billion. Sadly, the Wine Institute projects the U.S. wine industry will lose $6 billion due to the pandemic. But, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Just last week, Napa Valley restaurants received approval to begin offering indoor dinin...

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...

Are you planning on doing some wine tasting in Napa Valley? Many visitors ask us what they can expect when visiting Napa Valley tasting rooms. After working in the hospitality industry for many years, we have a good understanding of which wineries offer the best wine tasting experiences and how to make the most of each visit.  Below are a few etiquette tips to follow when visiting Napa wineries.  Yes, you can dump out wine.  Some people feel rude dumping out wine, but...

Do you have a bucket list? If seeing the annual grape harvest in wine country is not on the list, add it now! Harvest Season goes for a few months. After all, not all types of grapes are harvested at the same time. Depending on the type of wine being created, some grapes are harvested early in the season, while others wait until the very end. If you have a favorite type of wine, come to Napa Valley during its harvest. Here is an overview of when grapes are harvested during the season: ...