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Condé Nast TravelerOct 12, 2026

The Best Hotels in Napa Valley for a Weekend in Wine Country

Vineyard views await.

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Stanly Ranch, Auberge CollectionHotelRetreat epitomizing Wine Country elegance with standalone cottages.
BOA SteakhouseRestaurantAcclaimed steakhouse at a luxury refuge.
Archer Hotel NapaHotelHome base in the Valley with lounge and steakhouse.
Charlie PalmerRestaurantUpscale steakhouse at Archer Hotel Napa.
Sky & Vine Rooftop BarBarOpen-air restaurant and bar for cocktails and sunset-watching.
Milliken Creek Inn and SpaHotelSecluded hideaway with walking paths and fountains.
Oxbow Public MarketMarketLocated a six-minute drive from the hotel.
HalehousePlaceWellness compound at Stanly Ranch with spa treatments.
BearRestaurantRenowned restaurant at Stanly Ranch headed by executive chef Anthony Stagnaro.
GavelCaféOffers housemade confections at Stanly Ranch.
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Beringer VineyardsSightSt. Helena, United StatesHotel is located adjacent to this vineyard.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa ValleyHotelCalistoga, United StatesResort with rooms, suites, pools, and a Michelin-starred restaurant.
AuroRestaurantCalistoga, United StatesMichelin-starred restaurant with a seven-course tasting menu.
Alila Napa ValleyHotelSt. Helena, United StatesBuilt in 1905, features 64 guestrooms and 4 suites.
ViolettoRestaurantSt. Helena, United StatesOn-site restaurant led by chef Mark Shoemaker.
PicobarRestaurantCalistoga, United StatesMexican-inspired poolside eatery at a resort.
Lucy Restaurant & BarRestaurantYountville, United StatesGarden-to-table eatery at an eco-luxe hotel.
The Francis HouseHotelCalistoga, United StatesHistoric manor transformed into a bed-and-breakfast.
Vintage House at The Estate YountvilleHotelYountville, United StatesLight and airy version of sibling property Hotel Villagio.
Hotel Villagio at The Estate YountvilleHotelYountville, United StatesLocated within the same 22-acre resort as Vintage House.
Meadowood Napa ValleyHotelSt. Helena, United StatesWoodsy oasis with private tennis lessons and spa.
The French LaundryRestaurantYountville, United StatesWorld-class restaurant located on the same street.
Bistro JeantyRestaurantYountville, United StatesRestaurant located on the same street as the resort.
Handwritten WinesSightYountville, United StatesPlanning a Napa Valley wine tasting?
Stewart CellarsSightYountville, United States

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

12 Best Northern California Resorts 2026: Readers’ Choice Awards

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top resorts in Northern California.

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Alila Napa ValleyHotelWith Beringer Estate vineyards’ cabernet vines as the backdrop, this hotel made quite a splash At the center is a…
Carneros Resort and SpaHotelSurrounded by 28 acres of grapevines and rolling farmland, this beautiful resort draws its look from the working…
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa ValleyHotelAlthough there seem to be new domestic wine scenes cropping up constantly, Napa is still the gold standard of New World…
Meadowood Napa ValleyHotelThere are a lot of excellent places to stay in this part of California wine country—with more big, global luxury brands…
Stanly Ranch, Auberge CollectionHotelAn antidote to wine retreats where you sip Cab all day, this wellness-focused Napa resort can curate fitness…
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The Ritz-Carlton, Lake TahoeHotelTruckee, United States"The location can’t be beat" at this mid-mountain ski-in/ski-out hotel at Northstar-at-Tahoe ski resort.
Montage HealdsburgHotelHealdsburg, United StatesLocated in the heart of Sonoma wine country, our luxury Healdsburg CA hotel offers access to renowned wineries, outdoor…
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon BayHotelHalf Moon Bay, United StatesPerched on the rugged cliffs along the Pacific coastline, The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay is a hotel you can easily…
Post Ranch InnHotelBig Sur, United States
Appellation HealdsburgHotelHealdsburg, United States

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

The Best Train Trips in the World: 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards

The world’s most swoon-worthy train trips, from the rugged Peruvian highlands to the romantic Canadian Rockies.

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Napa Valley Wine TrainAttractionTravels between downtown Napa and St. Helena
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The GhanRestaurantAdelaide, AustraliaRuns through the heart of the Australian continent
Jungfrau RailwayPlaceJungfraujoch, SwitzerlandHighest rail station in Europe, perched at 11,332 feet
The Golden Eagle Silk Road ExpressPlaceAlmaty, KazakhstanRoute through Central Asia, iconic trade route
Indian PacificRestaurantSydney, AustraliaCrosses Australia horizontally, four days, three nights
Bernina ExpressPlaceChur, SwitzerlandClimbs through Swiss Alps to Tirano, Italy
Canyon SpiritPlaceGlenwood Springs, United StatesJourney through American West's spectacular terrain
The CanadianNeighborhoodToronto, CanadaCrosses Canada from Toronto to Vancouver
The Vietage by AnantaraPlaceDa Nang, VietnamLuxury railway carriage connects Da Nang with Quy Nhon
Royal Scotsman, A Belmond TrainPlaceEdinburgh, United KingdomCircumnavigates the heart of the Scottish Highlands
Eastern & Oriental Express, A Belmond TrainPlaceSingaporeResumed service between Singapore and Malaysia
Vietnam Central Heritage ConnectionPlaceHue, VietnamConnects the historic cities of Hue and Da Nang
British Pullman, A Belmond TrainPlaceLondon, United KingdomJourney through the bucolic British countryside
Glacier ExpressPlaceZermatt, SwitzerlandConnects Zermatt and Saint Moritz
Hiram Bingham, A Belmond TrainPlacePoroy, PeruConnects Poroy to Machu Picchu
Andean ExplorerPlaceArequipa, PeruTransports passengers between Arequipa and Cusco
Danube ExpressPlaceIstanbul, TurkeyUnlocks approach to Southern and Eastern Europe
Rocky MountaineerPlaceVancouver, CanadaTraverse dramatic scenery between Vancouver and Banff
Rovos RailTrain stationPretoria, South AfricaExtravagant train traveling throughout Africa

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OutsideSep 16

Trail Running in Wine Country Brought the Joy Back to My Routine

A trip to California wine country cured my marathon training burnout and reminded me why I love the sport.

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Buchli Station RoadTrailroad in Napa for running
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KannRestaurantPortland, United StatesJames Beard Award-winner in Portland
SingleThreadRestaurantHealdsburg, United StatesJapanese-inspired with three Michelin stars
Los Angeles RiverTrailLos Angeles, United Statesexpansive path, backdrop for Terminator 2 chase
Appellation HealdsburgHotelHealdsburg, United Statesoffers guided runs hosted by general manager
Chateau de LussacHotelLussac, Franceoffers bespoke program for athletes with running coach
Courtyard by Marriott San Luis ObispoHotelSan Luis Obispo, United Statesoffers morning trail run followed by tastings
Michael David WineryRestaurantLodi, United Statesowner runs through fields while taking calls
Lodi LakeSightLodi, United Statesarea for running near vineyards and canals
Appellation Lodi – Wine & Roses Resort and SpaHotelLodi, United Statesfeatures pebble floors in the shower
Marine LayerRestaurantHealdsburg, United Statescelebrated winery named for the marine layer
Dry Creek RoadTrailHealdsburg, United Statesten-mile loop through Healdsburg's wineries
Dry Creek General StoreMarketHealdsburg, United Statesdates back to 1881, stocks Terra Amata Zinfandel Rosé
Healdsburg Running CompanyPlaceHealdsburg, United Statesreferred to as America's Winiest Running Store
Terroir SpaPlaceHealdsburg, United Statesoffers recovery on a PEMF mat

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 27

Planning a Wine Country Bachelorette? Check Out These Napa Valley and Sonoma County Airbnbs

Friends and wine: the perfect pairing.

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Napa Valley Wine TrainAttractionnearby attraction to Napa Victorian estate
Downtown NapaNeighborhoodarea near Victorian estate with restaurants and tasting rooms
Domaine CarnerosSightnearby winery to Napa Victorian estate
Napa County FairgroundsParknearby attraction to Napa hilltop retreat
Stags’ Leap WinerySightnearby winery to Napa hilltop retreat
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Sea Ranch LodgeHotelSea Ranch, United Statesnearby lodge to Sea Ranch cabin
Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral SpringsSightCalistoga, United Statesnearby resort to Calistoga retreat
Sterling VineyardsSightCalistoga, United StatesThe winery achieved international recognition when its wine won first place in the Ottawa Wine Tasting of 1981.
Healdsburg PlazaParkHealdsburg, United Statesarea with restaurants, bakeries, and tasting rooms
Gary Farrall Vineyards & WinerySightHealdsburg, United Statesnearby winery to Healdsburg villa
SingleThread FarmsRestaurantHealdsburg, United Statesnearby restaurant to Healdsburg villa
Black PointSightSea Ranch, United Statesnearby coastal feature to Sea Ranch cabin
Annapolis WinerySightSea Ranch, United Statesnearby winery to Sea Ranch cabin
Main StreetNeighborhoodSt. Helena, United Statesarea in St. Helena near cottage
Beringer VineyardsSightSt. Helena, United StatesHelena, California.
Sonoma Botanical GardenParkGlen Ellen, United Statesnearby garden to Glen Ellen villa
Chateau St. JeanSightGlen Ellen, United Statesnearby winery to Glen Ellen villa
Glen Ellen StarRestaurantGlen Ellen, United Statesnearby restaurant to Glen Ellen villa
Sonoma PlazaParkSonoma, United Stateshistoric area anchoring action in Sonoma
Chateau Montelena WinerySightCalistoga, United States
Chase CellarsSightSt. Helena, United States

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AfarAug 10

California’s Hot Springs Are Having a Well-Deserved Moment

Whether you’re pairing a mineral soak with Napa Valley wine or escaping to a high desert retreat, California’s hot springs offer a distinctly Golden State style of restoration. California’s abundant ...

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Four Seasons Resort and Residences in Napa ValleyHotelOffers modern villas and optional in-villa dinners prepared by a chef.
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Sensei Porcupine CreekPlacePalm Springs, United StatesAdults-only oasis specializing in high-tech wellness programs.
The Spa at Séc-hePlacePalm Springs, United StatesBuilt around a sacred, ancient spring protected by indigenous tribe.
Indian Springs ResortHotelCalistoga, United StatesFounded by California’s first millionaire, has natural mineral waters.
Old Faithful Geyser of CaliforniaSightCalistoga, United StatesAttraction in Calistoga.
Two Bunch PalmsHotelPalm Springs, United StatesCasual, intimate wellness retreat with 600-year-old thermal waters.
La Quinta ResortHotelLa Quinta, United StatesCelebrating its 100th anniversary, one of the region's originals.
Pete Dye Mountain CourseSightLa Quinta, United StatesA golf course at La Quinta Resort.
Morgan's in the DesertRestaurantLa Quinta, United StatesMorgan’s in the Desert showcases contemporary American cuisine inspired by the bounty of the Coachella Valley.
Jacumba Hot SpringsSightJacumba, United StatesFeatures alkaline waters and a hotel with live music.
Harbin Hot SpringsHotelMiddletown, United StatesBohemian, clothing-optional retreat a few hours north of San Francisco.
Vichy Springs ResortHotelUkiah, United States172-year-old property with famous “Champagne Baths”.
SingleThreadRestaurantHealdsburg, United StatesThree Michelin stars, sources ingredients from its own farm.
LedsonPlaceHealdsburg, United StatesKnow as the "Castle Winery", Ledson offers exceptional award-winning wines.
AnnadelPlaceHealdsburg, United StatesExperience magnificent Merlots, Cabernet Sauvignon and breath taking views!
Sycamore Mineral Springs ResortHotelSan Luis Obispo, United StatesFeatures mineral waters and a garden-to-table program onsite.
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & SpaHotelSonoma, United StatesCombines geothermal pools with a full-service spa and golf.
Farmhouse InnHotelForestville, United StatesIntimate, bucolic experience in Forestville.
SolageHotelCalistoga, United StatesOffers studios among oaks and a spa with volcanic ash mud baths.
Murrieta Hot Springs ResortHotelMurrieta, United StatesRanked top hot spring, has 50+ thermal baths and cedar sauna.
Morton's Warm SpringsSightGlenwood, United StatesLocated about 40 minutes from SingleThread.
Coursey GravesPlaceHealdsburg, United States

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OutsideJun 15

The Best Stargazing Train Journeys Across the Country

From steam-powered star trains to moonlit railbike rides through redwood forests, these are the best night sky train adventures across America.

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Napa Valley Wine TrainAttractionVista Dome Dinner rolls through wine country
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Sky RailwayPlaceSanta Fe, United Statesruns 'Stargazer' service from Santa Fe depot
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic RailroadAttractionChama, United Statesoperates Dark Sky Train excursions
Continental Divide TrailTrailChama, United Statesroute crosses remote mountain terrain
Verde Canyon RailroadPlaceClarkdale, United Statesoffers Saturday Starlight Adventures
Taawaki InnHotelClarkdale, United Statesnew boutique hotel next to the depot
Tuzigoot National MonumentNature reserveClarkdale, United Statesviews toward monument from Taawaki Inn
Nevada Northern RailwayMuseumEly, United Statesruns nighttime astronomy trains
Great Basin National ParkSightEly, United Statesnearby park with Dark Sky Rangers
Santa Fe Sky RailwayPlaceSanta Fe, United Statesco-founded by George R. R. Martin
Galisteo BasinNature reserveSanta Fe, United Statesdark skies south of Santa Fe
Skunk TrainPlaceFort Bragg, United Statesruns Moonlight Railbikes to Glen Blair Bar Junction
Glen Blair Bar JunctionSightFort Bragg, United Statesoff-grid bar destination for railbikes
Allentown & Auburn RailroadPlaceKutztown, United StatesFirefly Express runs through Pennsylvania Dutch countryside
Oregon Coast Scenic RailroadMuseumGaribaldi, United Statesadults-only Moonlight Excursion
Wanamaker, Kempton & Southern RailroadPlaceKempton, United StatesHarvest Moon Special timed to annual harvest moon
Catskill Mountain RailroadTrain stationKingston, United Statesruns Twilight Limited train
Tennessee Valley Railroad MuseumMuseumChattanooga, United StatesEvening Ridge Runner departs Chattanooga
Railyard Arts DistrictNeighborhoodSanta Fe, United Statesrefurbished depot area in downtown Santa Fe
Pelican BrewingRestaurantGaribaldi, United Stateslocal beer sampled on excursion
Nehalem Bay WineryPlaceGaribaldi, United Stateswine sampled on excursion
Twin’s Ranch CafeRestaurantGaribaldi, United Statesprepared charcuterie boxes and sandwiches
Overboard Stride SocietyPlaceKempton, United Statesperform live music after excursion
Saratoga Corinth & Hudson RailwayPlaceCorinth, United StatesMoonlight Moonshine Express offers whiskey tastings
C9 BridgeSightKingston, United Statescrosses Esopus Creek

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