Condé Nast Traveler
The Most Exciting Hotel Openings of Fall 2026
From a dark-sky observatory in Idaho to an English country-style inn in Sonoma, these are the hotels to watch this season.
Condé Nast TravelerOct 6
The Best Spas in the US & Around the World: 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
Your manual for planning that next adventure around a top-rated spa resort.
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- Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & SpaHotelSpanish Mission-style retreat with geothermal pools
- Santé RestaurantRestaurantImpeccable wine lists
- 38º North Wine BarRestaurantTakes its name from a temperate latitude
- Elsewhere
- The Ranch Hudson ValleyHotelSloatsburg, United StatesEast Coast outpost of the Malibu original
- The Ranch MalibuPlaceMalibu, United StatesWellness retreat with guided hikes and plant-forward meals
- Mayrlife Health Resort AltausseeHotelAltaussee, AustriaMedi-spa that treats each guest as a person
- Fonteverde Lifestyle & Thermal ResortHotelSan Casciano dei Bagni, ItalyPalace fed from an ancient mineral spring
- Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang – Wellness InclusiveHotelDa Nang, VietnamAll-inclusive wellness resort near the beach
- Hotel Capo d'Orso Thalasso & SpaHotelArzachena, ItalyResort with thalasso pools, spa, and fine-dining restaurant
- Il PaguroRestaurantArzachena, ItalyServes seafood at the water's edge
- Euphoria RetreatHotelMystras, GreeceGreek idyll built into a mountain with a spherical pool
- Como Shambhala Estate, Ojas Wellness Center, and Bayugita ResidenceHotelUbud, IndonesiaJungle-hugged designer health retreat above the Ayung River
- Lime WoodHotelLyndhurst, United KingdomCountry house hotel in New Forest National Park
- Herb House spaPlaceLyndhurst, United KingdomOffers bespoke Ayurvedic treatments and a hydropool
- Hartnett Holder & CoRestaurantLyndhurst, United KingdomItalian-inspired menu by chefs Angela Hartnett and Luke Holder
- Aro Hā Wellness RetreatHotelGlenorchy, New ZealandLodge offering holistic practices overlooking Lake Wakatipu
- Winvian FarmHotelMorris, United StatesEstate with 18 unique cottages and a spa
- Shou Sugi Ban HouseHotelWater Mill, United StatesMinimalist, Japanese/Scandinavian-influenced wellness retreat
- Bardessono Hotel and SpaHotelYountville, United StatesLEED Platinum-certified property with private spa suites
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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- Sonoma PlazaParkhistoric area anchoring action in Sonoma
- Elsewhere
- Napa Valley Wine TrainAttractionNapa, United Statesnearby attraction to Napa Victorian estate
- 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
- Downtown NapaNeighborhoodNapa, United Statesarea near Victorian estate with restaurants and tasting rooms
- Domaine CarnerosSightNapa, United Statesnearby winery to Napa Victorian estate
- Napa County FairgroundsParkNapa, United Statesnearby attraction to Napa hilltop retreat
- Stags’ Leap WinerySightNapa, United Statesnearby winery to Napa hilltop retreat
- 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
- Chateau Montelena WinerySightCalistoga, United States
- Chase CellarsSightSt. Helena, United States
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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- Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & SpaHotelCombines geothermal pools with a full-service spa and golf.
- Elsewhere
- 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.
- Farmhouse InnHotelForestville, United StatesIntimate, bucolic experience in Forestville.
- SolageHotelCalistoga, United StatesOffers studios among oaks and a spa with volcanic ash mud baths.
- Four Seasons Resort and Residences in Napa ValleyHotelNapa, United StatesOffers modern villas and optional in-villa dinners prepared by a chef.
- 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
Condé Nast TravelerJan 27
41 Best Airbnbs in California, Whether You're Headed to Yosemite or LA
Top spots to stay for seaside getaways, wine country weekends, and national park trips.
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- Hidden gem in Sonoma for 10HotelPrivate pool and hot tub
- Elsewhere
- Four-bedroom home near DisneylandHotelAnaheim, United StatesFamily-friendly with saltwater pool and game room
- Modern outpost amidst ancient rock spiresHotelJoshua Tree, United StatesDog-friendly stay with desert views
- Catalina Island villa with Santorini vibesHotelAvalon, United StatesOcean views from cliffside condo
- Loft in Little ItalyHotelSan Diego, United StatesIndustrial decor, 20-foot ceilings, private patio
- Refurbished 1920s beach cottageHotelOceanside, United StatesModern finishes with retro touches, front porch
- High-design desert dwellingHotelJoshua Tree, United StatesSleek, state-of-the-art, hot tub with stargazing
- Three-bedroom home near Joshua TreeHotelJoshua Tree, United StatesHot tub, outdoor shower, walking distance to downtown
- Pool with all the bells and whistlesHotelPalm Springs, United StatesResort-style lounge chairs, outdoor daybed, covered patio
- Family-friendly four-bedroom homeHotelOrange County, United StatesStylish solution for theme park trifecta
- Airy, light-filled bungalowHotelVenice Beach, United StatesNear Venice Beach shops and eateries, expansive front patio
- Downtown LA AirbnbHotelLos Angeles, United StatesWalking distance to The Broad, Grand Central Market
- Restored vintage lodgeHotelTopanga, United StatesStudio space near Topanga State Park
- Stylized A-frameHotelLake Arrowhead, United StatesMidcentury-modern trappings, adults-only spot
- Snug, smartly designed cottageHotelSan Luis Obispo, United StatesCreekside hideaway near downtown San Luis Obispo
- Whitewashed cliffside condoHotelAvalon, United StatesGlorious vistas overlooking Catalina's azure coastline
- Restored 1974 AirstreamHotelCarpinteria, United StatesGlamping done right with full amenities
- Reimagined 1948 cabinHotelSequoia National Park, United StatesMeditative retreat near Sequoia National Park
- Chalet near YosemiteHotelGroveland, United StatesSoothing space with fireplaces, hot tub, stargazing
- Ranch-style prefab homeHotelLone Pine, United StatesModern settlement near Mount Whitney and Alabama Hills
- Vibrant coastal cottageHotelCayucos, United StatesAlluring indoor/outdoor living spaces, two-minute stroll to beach
- Breezy cottage in Santa CruzHotelSanta Cruz, United StatesCoastal chic interiors, sunny garden courtyard
- One-bedroom bungalow in SeasideHotelSeaside, United StatesBright, stylish base for exploring Monterey and Carmel
- Modern white-and-wood homeHotelBonita, United States