Meadowood Napa Valley

What five things do we love most about Meadowood Napa Valley?

  • Rob
  • Director of Guest Relations
  • St. Helena, CA, USA

Among the many things to experience at Meadowood Napa Valley, these are a few that our guests appreciate most:

1. The Restaurant at Meadowood. Chef Christopher Kostow and The Restaurant at Meadowood earned three Michelin stars for 2012. Chef Kostow was the second American-born chef (after Thomas Keller) to receive the honor. The Restaurant at Meadowood offers a casually elegant dining experience featuring a modern approach to Napa Valley cuisine by Kostow that is approachable, dynamic, evocative and playful.

2. Wine Education at Meadowood with Master Sommelier Gilles de Chambure, MS. For guests who seek to deepen their appreciation and wine knowledge, de Chambure offers private education sessions, exploring topics including winery architecture and history, or a more focused look at Napa Valley’s famed cabernets as well as winery excursions.

3. Spend an afternoon spanning two centuries of golf, exclusively at Meadowood Napa Valley. First, return to the era of Bobby Jones and play nine holes with authentic hickory-shafted clubs and replica gutty golf balls, all of which were used from the late 1800s to the 1930s. Back in the 1900s, players only had six wooden clubs and no yardage markers. Hickory golf takes away the formatted approach to the game — players have to calculate angles and position more closely than when playing modern golf. Soon after, you can be transported right back to the 21st century. Meadowood currently has the only course in California to offer both TrackMan Pro and the new TrackMan Range technology in our new Golf Permformance Studio. Golf Pro Doug Pike introduces you to the most current radar technology and teaching methods being introduced to the golf world.

4. Play croquet. Meadowood offers two championship croquet lawns, as well as our new Resident Croquet Pro Mike McDonnell. Not only does Mike have strong family ties to Meadowood (his dad introduced croquet to Meadowood Founding Partner H. William (Bill) Harlan), but he’s also an accomplished bass player, having toured with jazz great Maynard Ferguson and Sir Tom Jones. A Croquet Pro, musician and even pilot, meet Mike for a lesson on the Jerry Stark Memorial Croquet Lawns.

5. Tennis and hiking the property. In addition to having seven tennis courts, run by Meadowood’s resident Tennis Professional Doug King, hiking at Meadowood is an activity that guests of varying fitness levels may also enjoy. The Meadowood Health Spa and horticulture teams expanded the hiking trail to approximately 4.5 miles. Along the way, hikers may see Northern California wildlife, bird watch — more than 106 species of birds have been identified at Meadowood-and meditate at various benches created just for that purpose.

  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What are five things I should know about Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The five things you should know about Meadowood Napa Valley are:

      1. The staff takes cancellations seriously. If you cancel fewer than 14 days before your stay, you forfeit your entire deposit, which includes your first night’s rate.

      2. Public transportation options are slim in Napa. San Francisco has great public transit, but once you’re out of the city, you’re going to need to either drive yourself or arrange a car service.

      3. No pets. Pets aren’t allowed at the Four-Star hotel, so you’ll have to find a sitter for Fluffy while you go on vacation.

      4. The public areas can become crowded. Meadowood Napa Valley isn’t just a resort; it’s also a sports club and spa where lots of Napa locals belong. Your cottage will almost certainly be quiet and peaceful, but the public areas are crowded. When we visited, there were tons of people in the pool and around the gym and spa areas, not to mention out on the golf course and on the croquet lawn. It’s a social place, and to have a good time you’ll need to be okay with that.

      5. Meadowood Napa Valley is kid-friendly. If you have children, that’s great news. But if you’re looking for a vacation spot without small children in the pool, on the hiking trails and in the casual dining areas, you may want to consider other options.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What are the rooms like at Meadowood Napa Valley?

      There are so many different types of lodging here that it’s hard to say exactly what rooms are like at Meadowood Napa Valley. The most basic rooms, the Studios, have a queen bed, wood-burning fireplace, sitting area, bar, and private porch, along with a small bathroom that contains a shower and vanity. Studios book for about $600. The next level up are the newly renovated Lawnview Terrace and Lawnview Alcove rooms, which start at a little over $950 per night. These rooms are extremely luxurious, and at most hotels, they’d be considered suites. These rooms all within the resort’s Croquet Lodge, and have California king beds, stone wood-burning fireplaces and outdoor patios, along with combination shower-tubs and double vanities.

      At the high end, rooms at Meadowood Napa Valley get pretty expensive. Rooms like the Meadow and Conifer are available for $1,400 a night and up, and feature amenities like California king beds, private patios, large fireplaces, freestanding bathtubs, and sleeper sofas to accommodate extra guests. If you want the most luxurious room the resort has to offer, the Estate Room is a $1,700 a night marvel with walk-in closets, private terrace, king bed, wood-burning fireplace, two-person soaking tub, heated floors and its own dining area with wet bar. Just be careful you don’t spend your entire vacation inside, wondering at all the amenities.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • Does Meadowood Napa Valley have a pool?

      Meadowood Napa Valley does have a pool; in fact, it has two. There’s a long, lean, lap pool that’s solely for adult guests intent on keeping their butterfly stroke in perfect form and, across the lawn, a family pool that stays shallow and allows kids and their parents to enjoy the water without worrying about incurring the ire of guests without children. You can still hear the excited children if you’re at the other pool, but it’s a world away from hotels where the pool is a battleground that leaves parents harried and constantly apologizing, and makes people without children feel frustrated and guilty.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What is the design style of Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The design style of Meadowood Napa Valley is mid-century upscale American — think sprawling resorts in the Adirondacks during the 1950s. Instead of large hotel complexes, the resort is comprised of private cottages and slightly larger lodges that dot the expansive property, nestled among the trees for the utmost privacy and quiet. You’ll find lots of pretty little wooden “houses” tucked away all over the place — even around the golf course — all of them with gardens, terraces, or access to the croquet lawn and fairway.

      Inside, the quarters are meant to feel airy but warm and a little traditional, too. There are high, vaulted ceilings (a Napa architectural staple), portrait windows and French doors that open directly onto gardens and terraces, along with open floor plans that make even the basic rooms feel expansive. To anchor the space, the hotel has added rustic California antiques like coffee tables made of rough-hewn beams and beautiful all-hardwood dining sets, as well as overstuffed couches and chairs upholstered in rich tapestry fabrics or leather. The focal point of the rooms and suites are the enormous, beautifully constructed wood-burning fireplaces. They recall an earlier era, but the luxury of a real blaze in the hearth is rare indeed for modern hotels.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What is involved in Meadowood Napa Valley’s turndown service?

      Meadowood Napa Valley’s turndown service is a feast for the senses that will satisfy your sweet tooth. You’ll return to your room in the evening to find everything tidied and the luxurious white linens on your bed prepared for your arrival, your pillows fluffed, and your robe and slippers put out for you. To put you in a state of sugared-up bliss before you hit the hay, the chamber staff also leaves one of the resort’s delicious homemade sugar cookies, a scrumptious coconut macaroon and two bottles of water to wash your treats down. With pampering like this, there’s no way you’ll have anything but the sweetest dreams.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What are the best five amenities at Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The best five amenities at Meadowood Napa Valley are:

      1. All-inclusive access. Where else in the world can you take all the yoga, tennis, and cycling classes you want, then go for a round of golf, drink some of the finest wine ever produced, and eat dinner at one of the best restaurants on the planet?

      2. The croquet lawn. The lawn is a unique showpiece, and learning to play over the course of a visit is a blast.

      3. The full-time sommelier. The wine tastings and excursions you can have with the resort’s master sommelier, Gilles de Chambure are worth the visit. Gilles is the only full-time wine expert at a hotel or resort in Napa, and having him around is a fantastic resource. Even if you aren’t an enthusiast, he’s a treasure trove of great information and smart tips.

      4. The picnics. The picnics that Meadowood Napa Valley will create can be great family fun, lavishly romantic, or maybe both. The restaurant will fill an old-fashioned wicker basket with goodies including charcuterie, California artisanal cheeses, golden Yukon potato salad, and the perfect wine to pair it with. Then, they’ll send you to a spot either on the resort’s grounds (if you want to stay close), or map out the perfect place for you at one of the wineries or parks nearby. Just decide whether you’d prefer to walk, bike, or drive.

      5. The athletic professionals. The tennis pros, golf pros, and professional trainers Meadowood Napa Valley makes available to its guests are an excellent way to fit in some help reaching your athletic and fitness goals while you relax. It’s one of the benefits of staying at a hotel that’s also a country club.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • How many guestrooms and suites does Meadowood Napa Valley have?

      Meadowood Napa Valley has 85 cottages and suites situated at privacy-ensuring distances from one another across the hotel’s hundreds of acres. There are even accommodations around the golf course, which is far afield from the concierge and guest check-in facility. All told, there are 50 rooms and 35 suites at Meadowood Napa Valley, and there’s an enormous variety when it comes to pricing, though all the available quarters are luxurious.

      The most modest accommodations at Meadowood Napa Valley are the Studio rooms, which start at $575 a night and are connected in a more traditional hotel style. On the other end of the spectrum are suites, which are $3,000 per night or more, and include amenities like private gardens, outdoor showers, large terraces and heated floors.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What are the rooms like at Meadowood Napa Valley?

      There are so many different types of lodging here that it’s hard to say exactly what rooms are like at Meadowood Napa Valley. The most basic rooms, the Studios, have a queen bed, wood-burning fireplace, sitting area, bar, and private porch, along with a small bathroom that contains a shower and vanity. Studios book for about $600. The next level up are the newly renovated Lawnview Terrace and Lawnview Alcove rooms, which start at a little over $950 per night. These rooms are extremely luxurious, and at most hotels, they’d be considered suites. These rooms all within the resort’s Croquet Lodge, and have California king beds, stone wood-burning fireplaces and outdoor patios, along with combination shower-tubs and double vanities.

      At the high end, rooms at Meadowood Napa Valley get pretty expensive. Rooms like the Meadow and Conifer are available for $1,400 a night and up, and feature amenities like California king beds, private patios, large fireplaces, freestanding bathtubs, and sleeper sofas to accommodate extra guests. If you want the most luxurious room the resort has to offer, the Estate Room is a $1,700 a night marvel with walk-in closets, private terrace, king bed, wood-burning fireplace, two-person soaking tub, heated floors and its own dining area with wet bar. Just be careful you don’t spend your entire vacation inside, wondering at all the amenities.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What five things should I be sure to pack for a stay at Meadowood Napa Valley?

      Be sure to pack the following five things for a stay at Meadowood Napa Valley. It’s a resort, sure, but because of its location, there are plenty of can’t-miss extracurricular activities, and you’ll want to be prepared.

      1. A bathing suit. Not only does Meadowood Napa Valley have two pools, but there are abundant lakes and rivers around Napa that are perfect for swimming or floating lazily on an inner tube.

      2. Plenty of sun protection. People from San Francisco, London and New York often get so used to overcast weather that they forget just how sunny a place can be. Napa doesn’t get much rain, and it’s warm most of the year, so you’re going to want to protect your skin without sweating into a jacket or hat.

      3. Dressed-up casual clothes for a meal at the amazing Meadowood Napa Valley restaurant. When it comes to vacation in a place like Napa, it’s tempting to pack nothing but rugged-looking outdoor gear. But the resort’s award-winning restaurant prefers gentlemen in sport coats (wearing jeans with your jacket is fine) and ladies in something a little more formal than hiking shorts.

      4. Don’t forget your summer whites for playing croquet. The resort even has its own croquet pro, so make sure to take a lesson and play at least a couple rounds during your stay. At Meadowood Napa Valley, the uniform to participate in the croquet games is white collared shirts, white or light beige pants or shorts, and flat-soled shoes. Don’t leave home without them.

      5. A designated driver. We know you can’t exactly pack a DD, but Napa is full of wine tastings and winding roads, and even sober locals get into accidents. So either agree that one member of your party isn’t going to indulge in libations when you’re out tasting, or have the resort arrange a shuttle, tour, or other safe mode of transportation for you.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • Does Meadowood Napa Valley offer any planned activities?

      Meadowood Napa Valley offers a surfeit of planned activities, all centered around Napa’s world-famous wines and breathtaking scenery. If you just want something memorable, fun and a little bit kitschy, take a look at the Nostalgic Elegance itinerary. It’s a couple’s romantic day touring wineries along Napa’s lazily winding roads inside a restored convertible Packard (complete with driver, so no one ends up operating a vehicle when they’re over the legal limit). Feel free to pretend you’re a Prohibition-era A-lister and channel Louise Brooks or Rudolph Valentino.

      If grand gestures are more your thing — and your love isn’t afraid of heights — you might consider Soaring into Love, a resort-planned morning hot air balloon ride high above Napa Valley’s vineyards, hillsides and picturesque towns. You have to get up early for this one, so night owls might not like it, but you’ll be rewarded with a big breakfast afterward.

      Those who are in Napa for its most famous product don’t have to tool around in an old car or balloon to enjoy the hotel’s planned activities, though. Meadowood Napa Valley will arrange a private, hour-long wine tasting for you with its eminent master sommelier, Gilles de Chambure. Chambure will speak with you beforehand and create an itinerary and “lesson plan” tailored to the wines you like most, teaching you more about your favorite varietals, helping you find new wines you’ll love, or just showing you the way around a piece of stemware.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What kind of Internet and Wi-Fi access is offered throughout Meadowood Napa Valley?

      Internet and Wi-Fi access is offered throughout the grounds at Meadowood Napa Valley; there’s high-speed Internet in all rooms and free Wi-Fi as well, so you don’t have to worry about the large charges many other luxury hotels charge for internet access. If you don’t have a computer with you, feel free to avail yourself of the resort’s business center.

      There are desktops, high-speed Internet, printing, and all the other services you’d expect from a Four-Star property, but instead of being crammed into a small room beside the welcome station or hidden away on a mezzanine, the Meadowood Napa Valley business center is actually in its own building, so you’ll have peace and privacy while you work.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What are the parking options at Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The parking options at Meadowood Napa Valley depend on what you’re doing at the resort and what sort of room you’ve booked. Parking is, thankfully, free, and there’s plenty of it on the property. There’s a main parking lot near reception (which is in its own lodge at the head of the property), and if you’re staying in one of the Studio rooms or in the Croquet Lodge, you’ll likely be parking there or in one of the front lots.

      If you’ve rented one of the cottages or family lodges, however, you’ll have your own separate parking. After you check in, a Mercedes-Benz will escort your car out to your lodging. If you’d prefer not to have to drive your car back and forth for dining or to enjoy croquet, golf, tennis, and other activities near the front of the resort, a golf cart or Mercedes-Benz can come fetch you and drive you in and out whenever you’d like.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • Does Meadowood Napa Valley offer any vacation packages?

      Meadowood Napa Valley offers a variety of vacation packages to fit your idea of a relaxing and enjoyable time. If you want a few days to reconnect with the one you love, there’s the Memorable Meadowood Napa Valley Immersion, a three- or four-night getaway that includes one complimentary lunch or dinner at the resort’s semi-formal restaurant, The Grill. If you stay four nights instead of three, you also get two 90-minute treatments at the resort’s spa — not a bad way to sweeten the deal. There’s also the Art of Romance package, with two nights at the resort, a Couple’s Pure Relaxation Massage, breakfast in your room or at The Grill, and a bottle of wine and box of chocolates when you check in.

      Some amorous pairs may not be able to take a full three or four days off, so there’s the shorter Bed & Breakfast Getaway package, which includes one night in a room, breakfast either in The Grill or as room service, and a bottle of Napa Valley Cabernet at check-in.

      For those who live life in the luxurious lane, the resort offers a Town & Country Getaway, a four-night vacation that splits its time between Meadowood Napa Valley and the Mandarin Oriental in downtown San Francisco. For $4,600, you get car service to and from the airport, two nights at the Mandarin Oriental, dinner with cheese and wine pairings at Silks in the San Francisco hotel, and breakfast in bed.

      When you’re ready to leave the city, you can pick up a luxury car rental (for an additional fee) and head to Meadowood Napa Valley, where you’ll have two nights in a guestroom or suite with a private deck and cozy fireplace, room service breakfast every morning, a one-on-one wine tasting with Meadowood Napa Valley’s master sommelier Gilles de Chambure, two 90-minute spa treatments, and a four-course dinner for two in The Restaurant at Meadowood Napa Valley paired with wines handpicked by (your new friend) the master sommelier.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What five words would you use to describe the style of Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The five words we would use to describe the style of Meadowood Napa Valley are:

      1. Comfortable. Meadowood Napa Valley’s creators had their priorities straight. Instead of trying to impress guests with wild architecture and glitz, they put their money and energy into making the resort’s indoor and outdoor spaces an exemplar of easy luxury. The furniture and beds are of the highest quality, but there’s nothing about them that’s off-putting or makes you afraid to actually use them. You could be sitting in an Eames chair, but the way Meadowood Napa Valley upholsters and presents its furniture, you probably wouldn’t think twice about putting your feet on it. The lawns, gardens and fairways are beautifully manicured, but they’re not overly neat, and you’ll never be chided for walking on the grass.

      2. Luxurious. Meadowood Napa Valley embodies every quality of a Four-Star hotel. Its rooms are large and beautifully appointed, with breathtaking views and first-class extras like private decks and huge wood-burning fireplaces in most rooms. You have access to the very best of Napa valley because of its central location and yet can have complete solitude if you wish. The staff is amazing and will do whatever you’d like, whether you seek recommendations on a rare bottle from the master sommelier or want to take a hot air balloon ride over Napa’s legendary vineyards.

      3. Classic. The resort has every modern amenity you could wish for, but it conspicuously recalls other eras and locales, too. The Meadowood Napa Valley’s cheerful Alpine-style lodges and quaint cottages are brimming with California antiques from the early half of the 20th century everywhere you turn and luxurious additions (like huge soaking tubs and private gardens with outdoor showers) that are timeless in their sumptuous appeal.

      4. Idyllic. Meadowood Napa Valley understands the importance of its green space and pastoral location, bringing them to the fore whenever possible. Every room and suite has a lush view, whether it’s a woodland view that makes you feel as though you’re in a fairytale forest or French doors that open directly onto the gorgeous croquet lawn, where club members and guests in bright summer whites give you the sense that you may have stepped back in time to some lovely late Victorian hotel in the Catskills.

      5. Spacious. And not just beneath the high ceilings of the rooms, but across the property. Instead of cramming all the cottages and lodges together in a central area, the resort has them distributed across the entirety of its acreage, so there’s always a sense of privacy and of being one of a pampered few guests.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What is involved in Meadowood Napa Valley’s turndown service?

      Meadowood Napa Valley’s turndown service is a feast for the senses that will satisfy your sweet tooth. You’ll return to your room in the evening to find everything tidied and the luxurious white linens on your bed prepared for your arrival, your pillows fluffed, and your robe and slippers put out for you. To put you in a state of sugared-up bliss before you hit the hay, the chamber staff also leaves one of the resort’s delicious homemade sugar cookies, a scrumptious coconut macaroon and two bottles of water to wash your treats down. With pampering like this, there’s no way you’ll have anything but the sweetest dreams.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • Does Meadowood Napa Valley have a pool?

      Meadowood Napa Valley does have a pool; in fact, it has two. There’s a long, lean, lap pool that’s solely for adult guests intent on keeping their butterfly stroke in perfect form and, across the lawn, a family pool that stays shallow and allows kids and their parents to enjoy the water without worrying about incurring the ire of guests without children. You can still hear the excited children if you’re at the other pool, but it’s a world away from hotels where the pool is a battleground that leaves parents harried and constantly apologizing, and makes people without children feel frustrated and guilty.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • Does Meadowood Napa Valley have a house car or limousine service?

      Meadowood Napa Valley does have a house car or limousine service, and guests have complimentary use of it and the resort’s golf carts to get around the grounds and, in some cases, the surrounding township and vineyards. On the grounds, the cottages are in their own secluded areas, so guests can make use of golf carts or the house Mercedes-Benz to get back and forth from their lodging to the main reception area, croquet lawn, fairways, pool, spa and restaurants.

      Additionally, on weekend evenings, guests may request a drop off and pick up from the house car if they’re venturing out and would like to enjoy all the libations wine country has to offer without being concerned about driving.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What is the design style of Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The design style of Meadowood Napa Valley is mid-century upscale American — think sprawling resorts in the Adirondacks during the 1950s. Instead of large hotel complexes, the resort is comprised of private cottages and slightly larger lodges that dot the expansive property, nestled among the trees for the utmost privacy and quiet. You’ll find lots of pretty little wooden “houses” tucked away all over the place — even around the golf course — all of them with gardens, terraces, or access to the croquet lawn and fairway.

      Inside, the quarters are meant to feel airy but warm and a little traditional, too. There are high, vaulted ceilings (a Napa architectural staple), portrait windows and French doors that open directly onto gardens and terraces, along with open floor plans that make even the basic rooms feel expansive. To anchor the space, the hotel has added rustic California antiques like coffee tables made of rough-hewn beams and beautiful all-hardwood dining sets, as well as overstuffed couches and chairs upholstered in rich tapestry fabrics or leather. The focal point of the rooms and suites are the enormous, beautifully constructed wood-burning fireplaces. They recall an earlier era, but the luxury of a real blaze in the hearth is rare indeed for modern hotels.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What are the best five amenities at Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The best five amenities at Meadowood Napa Valley are:

      1. All-inclusive access. Where else in the world can you take all the yoga, tennis, and cycling classes you want, then go for a round of golf, drink some of the finest wine ever produced, and eat dinner at one of the best restaurants on the planet?

      2. The croquet lawn. The lawn is a unique showpiece, and learning to play over the course of a visit is a blast.

      3. The full-time sommelier. The wine tastings and excursions you can have with the resort’s master sommelier, Gilles de Chambure are worth the visit. Gilles is the only full-time wine expert at a hotel or resort in Napa, and having him around is a fantastic resource. Even if you aren’t an enthusiast, he’s a treasure trove of great information and smart tips.

      4. The picnics. The picnics that Meadowood Napa Valley will create can be great family fun, lavishly romantic, or maybe both. The restaurant will fill an old-fashioned wicker basket with goodies including charcuterie, California artisanal cheeses, golden Yukon potato salad, and the perfect wine to pair it with. Then, they’ll send you to a spot either on the resort’s grounds (if you want to stay close), or map out the perfect place for you at one of the wineries or parks nearby. Just decide whether you’d prefer to walk, bike, or drive.

      5. The athletic professionals. The tennis pros, golf pros, and professional trainers Meadowood Napa Valley makes available to its guests are an excellent way to fit in some help reaching your athletic and fitness goals while you relax. It’s one of the benefits of staying at a hotel that’s also a country club.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What can the concierge at Meadowood Napa Valley do for me?

      The concierge at Meadowood Napa Valley can do just about anything for you. The resort has an entire guest services team led by Ma’tre de Maison Alain Negueloua, former general manager of the Mark in New York. They can handle everything from snagging you reservations at Napa’s best sushi restaurant, Morimoto Napa (the Iron Chef’s first West Coast restaurant) to creating a personalized itinerary for your entire visit, complete with excursions tailored to your interests, a babysitter whenever you need one, transportation and any accessibility issues you may have. There’s someone on call 24 hours a day, so whether you need tickets to a play in San Francisco or just a couple ibuprofen, they’ll make it happen.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • How do I get to Meadowood Napa Valley from the airport?

      To get to Meadowood Napa Valley from the airport, take Highway 101 north, staying to the left at the fork. Travel a mile on Interstate 380 west toward Interstate 280 (San Bruno). Then take I-280 north toward San Francisco. Take Highway 1 toward 19th Avenue/Golden Gate Bridge. Merge onto Junipero Serra Blvd. Turn a slight left onto 19th Avenue/Highway 1 North (19th Avenue becomes Cross Over Drive here). Take a slight right onto Park Presidio Blvd., which will then become Highway 1 again. Take the ramp toward the Golden Gate Bridge, merging onto Highway 101 North.

      Then, travel 20 miles to Highway 37. Exit east toward Vallejo/Napa. Travel eight miles on Highway 37. Turn left at the second light and follow all the signs to Napa/Sonoma, Highway 121. Continue on Highway 121 for seven miles, then turn right at the four-way stop. Continue traveling toward Napa for nine miles. Turn left onto Highway 29 and travel 18 miles north through the towns of Napa, Yountville and Rutherford. Turn right onto Zinfandel Lane and continue to Silverado Trail. Turn left onto Silverado Trail. Travel two and a half miles, then take a right onto Meadowood Napa Valley Road. Curve left at the fork in the road onto Meadowood Napa Valley Lane and continue to the resort entrance.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What five things do we love most about Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The five things we love most about Meadowood Napa Valley are:

      1. The amazing surroundings. The resort is nestled into a charming valley surrounded by mountains, and it’s just about as picturesque a scene as you’re likely to find. It’s also, of course, in the heart of California’s famed wine country, and right near chic boutiques and great outdoor activities. Still, the resort feels like a simple cabin in the woods, far from the madding crowd.

      2. The restaurant. The resort’s restaurant (also called Meadowood Napa Valley) has been a favorite among foodies for years, but chef Christopher Kostow is young, hip and amazingly talented. If you want to see the future of American haute cuisine, drop by for dinner during your stay.

      3. The cellar. It’s not surprising that a resort in California’s most storied wine-growing region would have an amazing collection of bottles, but Meadowood Napa Valley outdoes itself. Its master sommelier, Gilles de Chambure, is the only full-time wine expert at a Napa Valley resort or hotel, and his input and discerning palate have taken the selection at Meadowood Napa Valley far beyond many other Napa institutions.

      4. The croquet. You can’t help but smile while watching (or joining in with) dignified people in their summer whites playing a game Americans traditionally associate with the most absurd scene in Alice in Wonderland.

      5. The swans. Every resort seems to feel as though they need a big, splashy fountain or a couple of torturously landscaped waterfalls, but not Meadowood Napa Valley. Instead, there’s a serene lake with stunning white swans gliding past. Running water is great for covering up noise, but it’s far tonier to show guests that you don’t need to.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What are five things I should know about Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The five things you should know about Meadowood Napa Valley are:

      1. The staff takes cancellations seriously. If you cancel fewer than 14 days before your stay, you forfeit your entire deposit, which includes your first night’s rate.

      2. Public transportation options are slim in Napa. San Francisco has great public transit, but once you’re out of the city, you’re going to need to either drive yourself or arrange a car service.

      3. No pets. Pets aren’t allowed at the Four-Star hotel, so you’ll have to find a sitter for Fluffy while you go on vacation.

      4. The public areas can become crowded. Meadowood Napa Valley isn’t just a resort; it’s also a sports club and spa where lots of Napa locals belong. Your cottage will almost certainly be quiet and peaceful, but the public areas are crowded. When we visited, there were tons of people in the pool and around the gym and spa areas, not to mention out on the golf course and on the croquet lawn. It’s a social place, and to have a good time you’ll need to be okay with that.

      5. Meadowood Napa Valley is kid-friendly. If you have children, that’s great news. But if you’re looking for a vacation spot without small children in the pool, on the hiking trails and in the casual dining areas, you may want to consider other options.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What is the cancellation policy at Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The cancellation policy at Meadowood Napa Valley is quite strict and something you should definitely remember when you’re booking. Cancel at least 14 days prior to your arrival or you’ll forfeit your deposit, which is your first night’s room rate plus tax. There’s also a 12 percent room fee, service not included.

      Additionally, you’ll need to be prepared for the hotel to hold that deposit at the time you book, and your reservation must be guaranteed with a credit card. That means that if you reserve a $1,000 room for a single night stay, that entire price and significant additional money from taxes and fees will automatically be charged to your credit or debit card. So make sure you use the card you’d actually like to pay with when you book. Once you do, relax and let the Meadowood Napa Valley staff do the rest.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What is the average price of a room at Meadowood Napa Valley?

      There isn’t really an “average”-priced room at Meadowood Napa Valley. Rates range from $575 per night for a single Studio room to $8,000 or more for the resort’s multi-bedroom suites and family lodges. Basic rooms, called Studios, start at $575, and each have their own wood-burning fireplace, a private, covered deck, queen bed, sitting area, and bar. They also face the hotel’s wooded hillside, so there’s plenty of quiet. For a single person or a couple, they’re great. The only catch, if you consider it one: These rooms have showers instead of tubs.

      If you really need a romantic soaking tub with room for two, move up to a Tree Top Room. These rooms start at $950 per night and have a big, romantic pedestal bathtub, a California king bed and a wood-burning fireplace. These rooms are also located in a more secluded part of the hotel, so you’ll have plenty of privacy. The only downside: These rooms don’t have terraces or decks.

      The final, highest tier of rooms at Meadowood Napa Valley are the suites. The smaller, one bedroom version of the luxurious Estate Suite starts at $3,000 per night, and prices rise as you add bedrooms. Estate Suites include amenities like sisal carpets covered by thick wool rugs, multiple indoor and outdoor dining areas, bathrooms with two-person soaking tubs and separate showers, an additional outdoor shower hidden in a trellised private garden, heated floors, a wet bar, king beds, and a private terrace. It’s the last word in luxury Napa hideaways.
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  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What makes Meadowood Napa Valley different from other hotels?

      From the moment you arrive on the grounds, you’ll see how Meadowood Napa Valley differs from other Four-Star hotels. For starters, it’s not actually a hotel, at least in the typical sense. The resort has gorgeous, extremely luxurious rooms and suites. But instead of being stuffed together in a skyscraper, most of the accommodations are in their own freestanding cottages in the woods.

      In fact, if you didn’t go out looking for people and ate in your room for every meal, you’d probably never be aware that there were other guests, or even that you were right near Napa’s bustling main street drag and within easy walking distance of several popular wineries. The woods are, as Robert Frost would say, “lovely, dark and deep,” and the sense of solitude you get is also the stuff of poetry. Except that, lucky for you, there aren’t miles to go before you sleep, and you won’t have to worry about the snow.
  • Forbes Inspector answered a question:

    • What five things do we love most about Meadowood Napa Valley?

      The five things we love most about Meadowood Napa Valley are:

      1. The amazing surroundings. The resort is nestled into a charming valley surrounded by mountains, and it’s just about as picturesque a scene as you’re likely to find. It’s also, of course, in the heart of California’s famed wine country, and right near chic boutiques and great outdoor activities. Still, the resort feels like a simple cabin in the woods, far from the madding crowd.

      2. The restaurant. The resort’s restaurant (also called Meadowood Napa Valley) has been a favorite among foodies for years, but chef Christopher Kostow is young, hip and amazingly talented. If you want to see the future of American haute cuisine, drop by for dinner during your stay.

      3. The cellar. It’s not surprising that a resort in California’s most storied wine-growing region would have an amazing collection of bottles, but Meadowood Napa Valley outdoes itself. Its master sommelier, Gilles de Chambure, is the only full-time wine expert at a Napa Valley resort or hotel, and his input and discerning palate have taken the selection at Meadowood Napa Valley far beyond many other Napa institutions.

      4. The croquet. You can’t help but smile while watching (or joining in with) dignified people in their summer whites playing a game Americans traditionally associate with the most absurd scene in Alice in Wonderland.

      5. The swans. Every resort seems to feel as though they need a big, splashy fountain or a couple of torturously landscaped waterfalls, but not Meadowood Napa Valley. Instead, there’s a serene lake with stunning white swans gliding past. Running water is great for covering up noise, but it’s far tonier to show guests that you don’t need to.

  • What is the average price of a room at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    There isn’t really an “average”-priced room at Meadowood Napa Valley. Rates range from $575 per night for a single Studio room to $8,000 or more for the resort’s multi-bedroom suites and family lodges. Basic rooms, called Studios, start at $575, and each have their own wood-burning fireplace, a private, covered deck, queen bed, sitting area, and bar. They also face the hotel’s wooded hillside, so there’s plenty of quiet. For a single person or a couple, they’re great. The only catch, if you consider it one: These rooms have showers instead of tubs.

    If you really need a romantic soaking tub with room for two, move up to a Tree Top Room. These rooms start at $950 per night and have a big, romantic pedestal bathtub, a California king bed and a wood-burning fireplace. These rooms are also located in a more secluded part of the hotel, so you’ll have plenty of privacy. The only downside: These rooms don’t have terraces or decks.

    The final, highest tier of rooms at Meadowood Napa Valley are the suites. The smaller, one bedroom version of the luxurious Estate Suite starts at $3,000 per night, and prices rise as you add bedrooms. Estate Suites include amenities like sisal carpets covered by thick wool rugs, multiple indoor and outdoor dining areas, bathrooms with two-person soaking tubs and separate showers, an additional outdoor shower hidden in a trellised private garden, heated floors, a wet bar, king beds, and a private terrace. It’s the last word in luxury Napa hideaways.

  • What is the cancellation policy at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The cancellation policy at Meadowood Napa Valley is quite strict and something you should definitely remember when you’re booking. Cancel at least 14 days prior to your arrival or you’ll forfeit your deposit, which is your first night’s room rate plus tax. There’s also a 12 percent room fee, service not included.

    Additionally, you’ll need to be prepared for the hotel to hold that deposit at the time you book, and your reservation must be guaranteed with a credit card. That means that if you reserve a $1,000 room for a single night stay, that entire price and significant additional money from taxes and fees will automatically be charged to your credit or debit card. So make sure you use the card you’d actually like to pay with when you book. Once you do, relax and let the Meadowood Napa Valley staff do the rest.

  • How do I get to Meadowood Napa Valley from the airport?

    To get to Meadowood Napa Valley from the airport, take Highway 101 north, staying to the left at the fork. Travel a mile on Interstate 380 west toward Interstate 280 (San Bruno). Then take I-280 north toward San Francisco. Take Highway 1 toward 19th Avenue/Golden Gate Bridge. Merge onto Junipero Serra Blvd. Turn a slight left onto 19th Avenue/Highway 1 North (19th Avenue becomes Cross Over Drive here). Take a slight right onto Park Presidio Blvd., which will then become Highway 1 again. Take the ramp toward the Golden Gate Bridge, merging onto Highway 101 North.

    Then, travel 20 miles to Highway 37. Exit east toward Vallejo/Napa. Travel eight miles on Highway 37. Turn left at the second light and follow all the signs to Napa/Sonoma, Highway 121. Continue on Highway 121 for seven miles, then turn right at the four-way stop. Continue traveling toward Napa for nine miles. Turn left onto Highway 29 and travel 18 miles north through the towns of Napa, Yountville and Rutherford. Turn right onto Zinfandel Lane and continue to Silverado Trail. Turn left onto Silverado Trail. Travel two and a half miles, then take a right onto Meadowood Napa Valley Road. Curve left at the fork in the road onto Meadowood Napa Valley Lane and continue to the resort entrance.

  • What five things do we love most about Meadowood Napa Valley?

    Among the many things to experience at Meadowood Napa Valley, these are a few that our guests appreciate most:

    1. The Restaurant at Meadowood. Chef Christopher Kostow and The Restaurant at Meadowood earned three Michelin stars for 2012. Chef Kostow was the second American-born chef (after Thomas Keller) to receive the honor. The Restaurant at Meadowood offers a casually elegant dining experience featuring a modern approach to Napa Valley cuisine by Kostow that is approachable, dynamic, evocative and playful.

    2. Wine Education at Meadowood with Master Sommelier Gilles de Chambure, MS. For guests who seek to deepen their appreciation and wine knowledge, de Chambure offers private education sessions, exploring topics including winery architecture and history, or a more focused look at Napa Valley’s famed cabernets as well as winery excursions.

    3. Spend an afternoon spanning two centuries of golf, exclusively at Meadowood Napa Valley. First, return to the era of Bobby Jones and play nine holes with authentic hickory-shafted clubs and replica gutty golf balls, all of which were used from the late 1800s to the 1930s. Back in the 1900s, players only had six wooden clubs and no yardage markers. Hickory golf takes away the formatted approach to the game — players have to calculate angles and position more closely than when playing modern golf. Soon after, you can be transported right back to the 21st century. Meadowood currently has the only course in California to offer both TrackMan Pro and the new TrackMan Range technology in our new Golf Permformance Studio. Golf Pro Doug Pike introduces you to the most current radar technology and teaching methods being introduced to the golf world.

    4. Play croquet. Meadowood offers two championship croquet lawns, as well as our new Resident Croquet Pro Mike McDonnell. Not only does Mike have strong family ties to Meadowood (his dad introduced croquet to Meadowood Founding Partner H. William (Bill) Harlan), but he’s also an accomplished bass player, having toured with jazz great Maynard Ferguson and Sir Tom Jones. A Croquet Pro, musician and even pilot, meet Mike for a lesson on the Jerry Stark Memorial Croquet Lawns.

    5. Tennis and hiking the property. In addition to having seven tennis courts, run by Meadowood’s resident Tennis Professional Doug King, hiking at Meadowood is an activity that guests of varying fitness levels may also enjoy. The Meadowood Health Spa and horticulture teams expanded the hiking trail to approximately 4.5 miles. Along the way, hikers may see Northern California wildlife, bird watch — more than 106 species of birds have been identified at Meadowood-and meditate at various benches created just for that purpose.

  • What are five things I should know about Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The five things you should know about Meadowood Napa Valley are:

    1. The staff takes cancellations seriously. If you cancel fewer than 14 days before your stay, you forfeit your entire deposit, which includes your first night’s rate.

    2. Public transportation options are slim in Napa. San Francisco has great public transit, but once you’re out of the city, you’re going to need to either drive yourself or arrange a car service.

    3. No pets. Pets aren’t allowed at the Four-Star hotel, so you’ll have to find a sitter for Fluffy while you go on vacation.

    4. The public areas can become crowded. Meadowood Napa Valley isn’t just a resort; it’s also a sports club and spa where lots of Napa locals belong. Your cottage will almost certainly be quiet and peaceful, but the public areas are crowded. When we visited, there were tons of people in the pool and around the gym and spa areas, not to mention out on the golf course and on the croquet lawn. It’s a social place, and to have a good time you’ll need to be okay with that.

    5. Meadowood Napa Valley is kid-friendly. If you have children, that’s great news. But if you’re looking for a vacation spot without small children in the pool, on the hiking trails and in the casual dining areas, you may want to consider other options.

  • What can the concierge at Meadowood Napa Valley do for me?

    The concierge at Meadowood Napa Valley can do just about anything for you. The resort has an entire guest services team led by Ma’tre de Maison Alain Negueloua, former general manager of the Mark in New York. They can handle everything from snagging you reservations at Napa’s best sushi restaurant, Morimoto Napa (the Iron Chef’s first West Coast restaurant) to creating a personalized itinerary for your entire visit, complete with excursions tailored to your interests, a babysitter whenever you need one, transportation and any accessibility issues you may have. There’s someone on call 24 hours a day, so whether you need tickets to a play in San Francisco or just a couple ibuprofen, they’ll make it happen.

  • What five words would you use to describe the style of Meadowood Napa Valley?

    There is no shortage of words to describe Meadowood. However, the immediate words that come to mind are: exclusive, airy, romantic, charming and distinct. Come and experience Meadowood for yourself and share with us how you would describe it.

  • What five things should I be sure to pack for a stay at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    When you are headed to Meadowood, be sure to pack:

    1. A camera so you can remember the unbelievable scenery.

    2. Dark denim or a jacket for men and a casual cocktail dress for women. These will come in handy when you join us for dinner at The Restaurant.

    3. A swimsuit for a relaxing day by the pool.

    4. A pair of comfortable shoes for the many activities that Meadowood offers.

    5. The desire to let go of city life and immerse yourself into Napa Valley’s relaxing setting.

  • What makes Meadowood Napa Valley different from other hotels?

    Meadowood enjoys the distinction as Napa Valley’s first luxury resort. Today, it offers the region’s most robust collection of amenities, activities and services, including golf, tennis, croquet, hiking, swimming, fitness, a spa, wine education and a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star restaurant, all on a natural and private 250-acre estate in the heart of the Napa Valley.

  • What is the average price of a room at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    There isn’t really an “average”-priced room at Meadowood Napa Valley. Rates range from $575 per night for a single Studio room to $8,000 or more for the resort’s multi-bedroom suites and family lodges. Basic rooms, called Studios, start at $575, and each have their own wood-burning fireplace, a private, covered deck, queen bed, sitting area, and bar. They also face the hotel’s wooded hillside, so there’s plenty of quiet. For a single person or a couple, they’re great. The only catch, if you consider it one: These rooms have showers instead of tubs.

    If you really need a romantic soaking tub with room for two, move up to a Tree Top Room. These rooms start at $950 per night and have a big, romantic pedestal bathtub, a California king bed and a wood-burning fireplace. These rooms are also located in a more secluded part of the hotel, so you’ll have plenty of privacy. The only downside: These rooms don’t have terraces or decks.

    The final, highest tier of rooms at Meadowood Napa Valley are the suites. The smaller, one bedroom version of the luxurious Estate Suite starts at $3,000 per night, and prices rise as you add bedrooms. Estate Suites include amenities like sisal carpets covered by thick wool rugs, multiple indoor and outdoor dining areas, bathrooms with two-person soaking tubs and separate showers, an additional outdoor shower hidden in a trellised private garden, heated floors, a wet bar, king beds, and a private terrace. It’s the last word in luxury Napa hideaways.

  • What is the design style of Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The design style of Meadowood is a blend of indoor-outdoor living, hosting cozy yet luxurious cottages, elegant suites and spacious lodges in a private, natural setting.

  • What five words would you use to describe the style of Meadowood Napa Valley?

    There is no shortage of words to describe Meadowood. However, the immediate words that come to mind are: exclusive, airy, romantic, charming and distinct. Come and experience Meadowood for yourself and share with us how you would describe it.

  • What five things should I be sure to pack for a stay at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    When you are headed to Meadowood, be sure to pack:

    1. A camera so you can remember the unbelievable scenery.

    2. Dark denim or a jacket for men and a casual cocktail dress for women. These will come in handy when you join us for dinner at The Restaurant.

    3. A swimsuit for a relaxing day by the pool.

    4. A pair of comfortable shoes for the many activities that Meadowood offers.

    5. The desire to let go of city life and immerse yourself into Napa Valley’s relaxing setting.

  • What are the best rooms to stay in at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The best room to stay in at Meadowood Napa Valley is our Estate Suite, which is our most luxurious suite. Spacious, open floor plans, picture windows, French doors and sweeping views invite the resort’s natural beauty indoors. Elegant, cottage-style décor and furnishings, including sisal carpets covered by thick wool rugs, are beautiful yet relaxed. Luxurious bathrooms feature two-person soaking tubs and separate showers, dual sinks, dressing vanities, full-length mirrors and walk-in closets. The Estate Suite is settled into the eastern slope of Meadowood’s small, private valley with sweeping views of the fairways below and the forested hillsides to the west. Expansive terraces celebrate the region’s indoor-outdoor living tradition and face northwest to capture the full length of each day. Seating allows for casual gatherings, al fresco dining, reading or dozing.

    Another choice is Meadowood’s Croquet Lodge, which was recently updated. We made sure to keep the Meadowood cottage feel, but add a freshness that’s comfortable and welcoming. We selected timeless pieces of furniture and fabrics, and gave each of the rooms its own special character by purchasing unique antique pieces and changing fabric and rug patterns from one room to the next. The brass hardware throughout the lodge was replaced with new hardware in a rustic, dark bronze finish. We also updated the Croquet Lodge’s outdoor spaces. We added wood decks on the lower level with new outdoor furniture including, either bistro tables and chairs or Adirondacks chairs. And, we raised the decks to floor level to create a more direct connection between indoor and outdoor space throughout the lodge. These new decks are the perfect settings for private meals, a leisurely afternoon of reading or simply a bit of quiet contemplation.

  • What is involved in Meadowood Napa Valley’s turndown service?

    Meadowood Napa Valley’s turndown service is a feast for the senses that will satisfy your sweet tooth. You’ll return to your room in the evening to find everything tidied and the luxurious white linens on your bed prepared for your arrival, your pillows fluffed, and your robe and slippers put out for you. To put you in a state of sugared-up bliss before you hit the hay, the chamber staff also leaves one of the resort’s delicious homemade sugar cookies, a scrumptious coconut macaroon and two bottles of water to wash your treats down. With pampering like this, there’s no way you’ll have anything but the sweetest dreams.

  • How many guestrooms and suites does Meadowood Napa Valley have?

    Meadowood Napa Valley has 85 cottages and suites situated at privacy-ensuring distances from one another across the hotel’s hundreds of acres. There are even accommodations around the golf course, which is far afield from the concierge and guest check-in facility. All told, there are 50 rooms and 35 suites at Meadowood Napa Valley, and there’s an enormous variety when it comes to pricing, though all the available quarters are luxurious.

    The most modest accommodations at Meadowood Napa Valley are the Studio rooms, which start at $575 a night and are connected in a more traditional hotel style. On the other end of the spectrum are suites, which are $3,000 per night or more, and include amenities like private gardens, outdoor showers, large terraces and heated floors.

  • What are the rooms like at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    There are so many different types of lodging here that it’s hard to say exactly what rooms are like at Meadowood Napa Valley. The most basic rooms, the Studios, have a queen bed, wood-burning fireplace, sitting area, bar, and private porch, along with a small bathroom that contains a shower and vanity. Studios book for about $600. The next level up are the newly renovated Lawnview Terrace and Lawnview Alcove rooms, which start at a little over $950 per night. These rooms are extremely luxurious, and at most hotels, they’d be considered suites. These rooms all within the resort’s Croquet Lodge, and have California king beds, stone wood-burning fireplaces and outdoor patios, along with combination shower-tubs and double vanities.

    At the high end, rooms at Meadowood Napa Valley get pretty expensive. Rooms like the Meadow and Conifer are available for $1,400 a night and up, and feature amenities like California king beds, private patios, large fireplaces, freestanding bathtubs, and sleeper sofas to accommodate extra guests. If you want the most luxurious room the resort has to offer, the Estate Room is a $1,700 a night marvel with walk-in closets, private terrace, king bed, wood-burning fireplace, two-person soaking tub, heated floors and its own dining area with wet bar. Just be careful you don’t spend your entire vacation inside, wondering at all the amenities.

  • What are the guest rooms like at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The guest rooms at Meadowood vary from studios to suites, each with its own appeal and uniqueness. The one thing that they all have in common is the calming, luxurious décor, wood-burning fireplace and majestic views. Among the different types of rooms, you can find seating areas that double as extra sleeping room, French doors that open onto large private porches and patios, vaulted ceilings and reading chairs and built-in window seats.

  • What are the beds like at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The beds at Meadowood vary, based on the room type. Generally, guests will find queen or California king beds. There is one word to describe the beds at Meadowood and that is exquisite. From the inviting linens to the comfortable throws, the beds are designed to host the sweetest of dreams.

  • What are the bathrooms like in the rooms at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The bathrooms at Meadowood are light and bright and vary from room to room. While some rooms host a shower and vanity, others offer a combination of a soaking tub and separate shower. Larger rooms have two vanities. Estate suites come with luxurious bathrooms featuring two-person soaking tubs and separate showers, dual sinks and dressing vanities.

  • What are the best rooms to stay in at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The best room to stay in at Meadowood Napa Valley is our Estate Suite, which is our most luxurious suite. Spacious, open floor plans, picture windows, French doors and sweeping views invite the resort’s natural beauty indoors. Elegant, cottage-style décor and furnishings, including sisal carpets covered by thick wool rugs, are beautiful yet relaxed. Luxurious bathrooms feature two-person soaking tubs and separate showers, dual sinks, dressing vanities, full-length mirrors and walk-in closets. The Estate Suite is settled into the eastern slope of Meadowood’s small, private valley with sweeping views of the fairways below and the forested hillsides to the west. Expansive terraces celebrate the region’s indoor-outdoor living tradition and face northwest to capture the full length of each day. Seating allows for casual gatherings, al fresco dining, reading or dozing.

    Another choice is Meadowood’s Croquet Lodge, which was recently updated. We made sure to keep the Meadowood cottage feel, but add a freshness that’s comfortable and welcoming. We selected timeless pieces of furniture and fabrics, and gave each of the rooms its own special character by purchasing unique antique pieces and changing fabric and rug patterns from one room to the next. The brass hardware throughout the lodge was replaced with new hardware in a rustic, dark bronze finish. We also updated the Croquet Lodge’s outdoor spaces. We added wood decks on the lower level with new outdoor furniture including, either bistro tables and chairs or Adirondacks chairs. And, we raised the decks to floor level to create a more direct connection between indoor and outdoor space throughout the lodge. These new decks are the perfect settings for private meals, a leisurely afternoon of reading or simply a bit of quiet contemplation.

  • Which rooms have the best views at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    It is nearly impossible to qualify any room as having the best view at Meadowood. The rooms are as diverse as those who settle into them for quiet, romantic getaways. Spacious or cozy, on the hillside or overlooking the resort’s croquet lawns and fairways, one fireplace or two, we’re happy to advise on the perfect choice for you.

  • Which rooms at Meadowood Napa Valley have terraces?

    The studio, while on the smaller side with respect to interior space, offers generously sized covered decks that are perfect if you enjoy reading, napping or dining outdoors. The Woodland Studio’s French doors open onto a large, private porch with views into the resort’s wooded hillsides. The Hillside and Hillside Terrace rooms offer private decks and views of the resort’s forested hillsides. The Treelined and Oakview rooms have outdoor living space on the furnished deck. The Meadowood Suite has a small furnished deck overlooking the croquet lawns. The Lawnview, Conifer and Meadows rooms and the Club Suite come with decks or patios looking out on the croquet lawns and fairways. The Estate Suites offer an ample amount of garden and terrace space overlooking the fairways below and the forested terrain to the west. The Estate Room, our most luxurious guest room, provides a private terrace with seating and vistas of the resort’s wooded hills. The family lodges feature French doors leading out to a private balcony and hillside views.

  • Does Meadowood Napa Valley have connected rooms or suites?

    Meadowood does not have connected rooms, but it does have impressive suites. The Estate Suite is available in one- or two-bedroom options. It is settled into the eastern slope of Meadowood’s small, private valley with sweeping views of the fairways below and the forested hillsides to the west. Expansive terraces celebrate the region’s indoor-outdoor living tradition and face northwest to capture the full length of each day. Seating allows for casual gatherings, alfresco dining, reading or dozing.

    The Hill House, a little hideaway unto itself located just across from the resort’s tennis courts, is also perfect for a family getaway. The Club Suite features a California king-sized bed. The separate sitting area has a sleeper sofa, a stone wood-burning fireplace and an intimate dining table. The spacious bath offers a vanity and a separate tub and shower, all overlooking the fairways and croquet lawn.

    Because family gatherings are a tradition at Meadowood, most family lodges feature a large central living room with a stone fireplace, convenience kitchen, French doors leading out to a private balcony and views of the resort’s wooded hillsides. Gather around a roaring fire to play games, watch home movies or share stories.

  • What makes Meadowood Napa Valley different from other hotels?

    From the moment you arrive on the grounds, you’ll see how Meadowood Napa Valley differs from other Four-Star hotels. For starters, it’s not actually a hotel, at least in the typical sense. The resort has gorgeous, extremely luxurious rooms and suites. But instead of being stuffed together in a skyscraper, most of the accommodations are in their own freestanding cottages in the woods.

    In fact, if you didn’t go out looking for people and ate in your room for every meal, you’d probably never be aware that there were other guests, or even that you were right near Napa’s bustling main street drag and within easy walking distance of several popular wineries. The woods are, as Robert Frost would say, “lovely, dark and deep,” and the sense of solitude you get is also the stuff of poetry. Except that, lucky for you, there aren’t miles to go before you sleep, and you won’t have to worry about the snow.

  • What are the best five amenities at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The best five amenities at Meadowood Napa Valley are:

    1. All-inclusive access. Where else in the world can you take all the yoga, tennis, and cycling classes you want, then go for a round of golf, drink some of the finest wine ever produced, and eat dinner at one of the best restaurants on the planet?

    2. The croquet lawn. The lawn is a unique showpiece, and learning to play over the course of a visit is a blast.

    3. The full-time sommelier. The wine tastings and excursions you can have with the resort’s master sommelier, Gilles de Chambure are worth the visit. Gilles is the only full-time wine expert at a hotel or resort in Napa, and having him around is a fantastic resource. Even if you aren’t an enthusiast, he’s a treasure trove of great information and smart tips.

    4. The picnics. The picnics that Meadowood Napa Valley will create can be great family fun, lavishly romantic, or maybe both. The restaurant will fill an old-fashioned wicker basket with goodies including charcuterie, California artisanal cheeses, golden Yukon potato salad, and the perfect wine to pair it with. Then, they’ll send you to a spot either on the resort’s grounds (if you want to stay close), or map out the perfect place for you at one of the wineries or parks nearby. Just decide whether you’d prefer to walk, bike, or drive.

    5. The athletic professionals. The tennis pros, golf pros, and professional trainers Meadowood Napa Valley makes available to its guests are an excellent way to fit in some help reaching your athletic and fitness goals while you relax. It’s one of the benefits of staying at a hotel that’s also a country club.

  • Does Meadowood Napa Valley have a house car or limousine service?

    Meadowood Napa Valley does have a house car or limousine service, and guests have complimentary use of it and the resort’s golf carts to get around the grounds and, in some cases, the surrounding township and vineyards. On the grounds, the cottages are in their own secluded areas, so guests can make use of golf carts or the house Mercedes-Benz to get back and forth from their lodging to the main reception area, croquet lawn, fairways, pool, spa and restaurants.

    Additionally, on weekend evenings, guests may request a drop off and pick up from the house car if they’re venturing out and would like to enjoy all the libations wine country has to offer without being concerned about driving.

  • What is the design style of Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The design style of Meadowood is a blend of indoor-outdoor living, hosting cozy yet luxurious cottages, elegant suites and spacious lodges in a private, natural setting.

  • Does Meadowood Napa Valley have a pool?

    Meadowood Napa Valley does have a pool; in fact, it has two. There’s a long, lean, lap pool that’s solely for adult guests intent on keeping their butterfly stroke in perfect form and, across the lawn, a family pool that stays shallow and allows kids and their parents to enjoy the water without worrying about incurring the ire of guests without children. You can still hear the excited children if you’re at the other pool, but it’s a world away from hotels where the pool is a battleground that leaves parents harried and constantly apologizing, and makes people without children feel frustrated and guilty.

  • Does Meadowood Napa Valley offer any vacation packages?

    Meadowood Napa Valley offers a variety of vacation packages to fit your idea of a relaxing and enjoyable time. If you want a few days to reconnect with the one you love, there’s the Memorable Meadowood Napa Valley Immersion, a three- or four-night getaway that includes one complimentary lunch or dinner at the resort’s semi-formal restaurant, The Grill. If you stay four nights instead of three, you also get two 90-minute treatments at the resort’s spa — not a bad way to sweeten the deal. There’s also the Art of Romance package, with two nights at the resort, a Couple’s Pure Relaxation Massage, breakfast in your room or at The Grill, and a bottle of wine and box of chocolates when you check in.

    Some amorous pairs may not be able to take a full three or four days off, so there’s the shorter Bed & Breakfast Getaway package, which includes one night in a room, breakfast either in The Grill or as room service, and a bottle of Napa Valley Cabernet at check-in.

    For those who live life in the luxurious lane, the resort offers a Town & Country Getaway, a four-night vacation that splits its time between Meadowood Napa Valley and the Mandarin Oriental in downtown San Francisco. For $4,600, you get car service to and from the airport, two nights at the Mandarin Oriental, dinner with cheese and wine pairings at Silks in the San Francisco hotel, and breakfast in bed.

    When you’re ready to leave the city, you can pick up a luxury car rental (for an additional fee) and head to Meadowood Napa Valley, where you’ll have two nights in a guestroom or suite with a private deck and cozy fireplace, room service breakfast every morning, a one-on-one wine tasting with Meadowood Napa Valley’s master sommelier Gilles de Chambure, two 90-minute spa treatments, and a four-course dinner for two in The Restaurant at Meadowood Napa Valley paired with wines handpicked by (your new friend) the master sommelier.

  • Does Meadowood Napa Valley offer any planned activities?

    Meadowood is known for its planned activities. The hotel is often referred to as “a grown-up’s summer camp.” Known for its proximity to incredible wineries, Meadowood offers its resort guests the opportunity to experience tastings each afternoon. The resort also has its “Discovery Series” on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Escorted winery visits, wine architecture and history tours are offered among other guided experiences. However, it does not end with wine. Meadowood also provides resort fitness classes, croquet, golf and tennis lessons as well as seasonal planned activities.

  • What are the parking options at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The parking options at Meadowood Napa Valley depend on what you’re doing at the resort and what sort of room you’ve booked. Parking is, thankfully, free, and there’s plenty of it on the property. There’s a main parking lot near reception (which is in its own lodge at the head of the property), and if you’re staying in one of the Studio rooms or in the Croquet Lodge, you’ll likely be parking there or in one of the front lots.

    If you’ve rented one of the cottages or family lodges, however, you’ll have your own separate parking. After you check in, a Mercedes-Benz will escort your car out to your lodging. If you’d prefer not to have to drive your car back and forth for dining or to enjoy croquet, golf, tennis, and other activities near the front of the resort, a golf cart or Mercedes-Benz can come fetch you and drive you in and out whenever you’d like.

  • What kind of Internet and Wi-Fi access is offered throughout Meadowood Napa Valley?

    Internet and Wi-Fi access is offered throughout the grounds at Meadowood Napa Valley; there’s high-speed Internet in all rooms and free Wi-Fi as well, so you don’t have to worry about the large charges many other luxury hotels charge for internet access. If you don’t have a computer with you, feel free to avail yourself of the resort’s business center.

    There are desktops, high-speed Internet, printing, and all the other services you’d expect from a Four-Star property, but instead of being crammed into a small room beside the welcome station or hidden away on a mezzanine, the Meadowood Napa Valley business center is actually in its own building, so you’ll have peace and privacy while you work.

  • Does Meadowood Napa Valley have a house car or limousine service?

    Meadowood Napa Valley does have a house car or limousine service, and guests have complimentary use of it and the resort’s golf carts to get around the grounds and, in some cases, the surrounding township and vineyards. On the grounds, the cottages are in their own secluded areas, so guests can make use of golf carts or the house Mercedes-Benz to get back and forth from their lodging to the main reception area, croquet lawn, fairways, pool, spa and restaurants.

    Additionally, on weekend evenings, guests may request a drop off and pick up from the house car if they’re venturing out and would like to enjoy all the libations wine country has to offer without being concerned about driving.

  • What is involved in Meadowood Napa Valley’s turndown service?

    Meadowood Napa Valley’s turndown service is a feast for the senses that will satisfy your sweet tooth. You’ll return to your room in the evening to find everything tidied and the luxurious white linens on your bed prepared for your arrival, your pillows fluffed, and your robe and slippers put out for you. To put you in a state of sugared-up bliss before you hit the hay, the chamber staff also leaves one of the resort’s delicious homemade sugar cookies, a scrumptious coconut macaroon and two bottles of water to wash your treats down. With pampering like this, there’s no way you’ll have anything but the sweetest dreams.

  • What special amenities are offered at Meadowood Napa Valley pool?

    There is a something for everyone at Meadowood’s pools. The hotel offers two different pools. The adult pool is perfect for relaxing while enjoying a cocktail or getting in a workout by swimming laps. The children’s pool has a good depth for some playtime.

  • Does Meadowood Napa Valley offer any planned activities?

    Meadowood is known for its planned activities. The hotel is often referred to as “a grown-up’s summer camp.” Known for its proximity to incredible wineries, Meadowood offers its resort guests the opportunity to experience tastings each afternoon. The resort also has its “Discovery Series” on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Escorted winery visits, wine architecture and history tours are offered among other guided experiences. However, it does not end with wine. Meadowood also provides resort fitness classes, croquet, golf and tennis lessons as well as seasonal planned activities.

  • Does Meadowood Napa Valley hold any holiday events for its guests?

    Guests choose Meadowood year after year to celebrate holidays. One of our most spectacular events is Meadowood’s 12 Days of Christmas. A heaven for foodies and wine lovers, 12 Days of Christmas consists of 12 famed chefs who are paired with 12 Napa Valley vintners, who together present 12 different menus over 12 nights. The proceeds of the event go to Share Our Strength, a nonprofit organization that fights childhood hunger. There hasn’t been a chef that has turned down the invitation to participate in this culinary tradition. It is certainly one of Napa Valley’s most anticipated events, and all in the spirit of giving.

  • What amenities are provided for business travelers at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    All rooms at Meadowood are complete with a wireless high-speed Internet connection and writing desk. You can work by the wood-burning fireplace or outside on your private terrace or porch. If you’d like to host a business meeting, there is no shortage of conference room capacities. Meadowood’s conference services staff is experienced in creating environments that suit individual needs, from appropriate seating arrangements to meals to technical support.

  • What is the nearest golf course to Meadowood Napa Valley?

    Meadowood is home to a narrow nine-hole walking golf course. It includes seven par-3 holes and two par-4 holes. At nine holes, the course short enough to allow time in the day to enjoy other estate activities, such as croquet and tennis. If you pause for a moment at hole six, you’ll be able to take in the dramatic views as you tee off 100 feet above the earlier fairways, and prepare yourself for the challenging finishing hole at 177 yards over two ponds.

    If golf isn’t your forte, meet Doug Pike, the property’s resident golf professional. As the instructor at Meadowood Napa Valley, Pike will use his golf expertise to help you with your game.

  • What are some locations for weddings at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    Meadowood weddings are timeless. It is our tradition to hold celebrations throughout the year, as every season on the estate is as beautiful and magical as the next. The landscape changes in color and character and reception settings transition from starlight to firelight. But whatever the season or weather, the warmth and professionalism of our staff is in evidence year round. We welcome weddings of any size and invite you to exchange your vows in a beautiful, intimate setting. We hope you’ll elope at Meadowood.

  • Is Meadowood Napa Valley pet friendly?

    While Meadowood does not allow pets, you will be able to enjoy the Northern California wildlife, including deer. Birdwatchers, in particular, will be thrilled. More than 106 species of birds have been identified at Meadowood.

  • What are the five best things to eat and drink at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    The five best things to eat and drink at Meadowood are:

    1. Wine. The enjoyment of wine is a part of life at Meadowood.

    2. The Meadowood omelet. It features ingredients fresh from the Meadowood garden, including caramelized onion, roasted tomatoes, spinach, sautéed mushrooms and sweet peppers.

    3. The Wagyu burger from The Grill. Enjoy it with fries or a Meadowood salad. It won’t disappoint.

    4. One of our picnics. Our picnic menu — which ranges from Fruit & Cheese Picnics to Country Picnics — includes selected California artisan cheeses and breads and assorted domestic and imported charcuterie among many other options.

    5. A prix fixe or chef’s tasting menu. This will ensure that you have covered all bases, sampling house and seasonal specialties, while tasting the freshest of ingredients.

  • What restaurants does Meadowood Napa Valley have?

    Meadowood has the following dining options:

    1. The Restaurant. The Four-Star Restaurant offers a casually elegant dining experience featuring a modern approach to Napa Valley cuisine.

    2. The Restaurant Bar & Terrace. This cozy spot is inviting and welcoming. On cool evenings, the large stone fireplace creates an intimate setting for conversation and reflection and becomes a gathering area for guests of the resort.

    3. The Grill. The Grill presents a daily menu featuring ingredients fresh from the Meadowood garden.

    4. In-room dining. The privacy of Meadowood’s guest rooms makes them ideal settings for romantic meals.

    5. Picnics. Picnic sites abound in Napa Valley. Choose one that’s perfect for you then have us create the ideal picnic basket for two.

    6. Poolside. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, mealtime at Meadowood includes poolside service. Beverages, snacks and lunch may be enjoyed at both the adult and family pools.

  • What bars does Meadowood Napa Valley have?

    Meadowood offers three bars, each with a different feel. The Restaurant’s bar has a casually elegant atmosphere. Meanwhile, The Grill’s bar features a more playful and relaxed vibe. Finally, the Pool Bar is the most casual of all and affords spectacular views of the pristine pools. All are open daily to those ages 21 and older.

  • What signature drinks does the bar serve at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    All of the bars at Meadowood are fully stocked. However, when it comes to signature drinks, ours is wine. With an incomparable and extensive wine list, Meadowood is sure to delight everyone. From those who are just beginning their love affair with wine to those who are seasoned connoisseurs, there’s a vino for every palate.

  • Does Meadowood Napa Valley have 24-hour room service?

    Meadowood does not offer a 24 hour room service menu. However a late-night menu is available. In-room dining at the resort is offered Sunday through Thursday 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. After an activity-filled day in Napa Valley, feel comfort in knowing that you can retreat back to your luxurious room and allow us to set a table for you fireside. Our complete wine list is available to complement your meal.

  • What can I order from the room service menu at Meadowood Napa Valley?

    Meadowood serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night meals as part of its in-room dining menu. The menu is complete with our extensive wine list. Items from the in-room dining menu include brioche French toast, grilled halibut, beer-battered fish and chips, lamb chops and huckleberry Pavlova, among other desserts.

  • What restaurants at Meadowood Napa Valley are best for families with children?

    The Restaurant welcomes children ages eight years and older who will be comfortable choosing items from The Restaurant menu. Children of all ages are welcome in The Grill and of course, poolside, where Beverages, snacks and lunch can be enjoyed after a playful dip.

  • Is brunch offered at Meadowood Napa Valley on the weekends?

    Brunch is served at The Grill on Saturdays and Sundays from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This includes traditional breakfast and lunch selections from The Grill’s menu. If you’re debating between brunching or exploring, why not compromise and indulge in a picnic? Let Meadowood pack your meal in traditional baskets or insulated backpacks, depending on your destination.

  • Does Meadowood Napa Valley gym offer fitness classes or personal training?

    Meadowood offers complimentary fitness classes to guests of the hotel. Aqua Fitness is a total-body workout in the pool. Cardio Circuit provides a cardiovascular workout that mixes cardio and strength work in the same class. Cardio Dance includes Zumba, salsa and other styles of movement. We also provide a variety of cycling classes, including Cycle Core and Cycle Sculpt.

  • Is there a jogging route near Meadowood Napa Valley?

    Fitness at Meadowood transcends the walls of the spa and fitness center to include the vast acreage of this beautiful estate. You are welcome to jog throughout the property, but why stop there? Meadowood is known for its hiking trails. The crown jewel of the grounds is the Meadowood Loop, 4.5 miles of scenic hiking trails that wind through the woods, rising to heights of more than 600 feet and culminating in breathtaking views of Napa Valley. The woods along the Loop are a birdwatcher’s paradise. More than 106 species have been identified, and observant hikers are apt to spot a variety of hummingbirds, woodpeckers, chickadees, nuthatches, finches and orioles. Lucky guests may even enjoy the luxury of seeing a golden or bald eagle.