Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort & Mineral SpringsvsElm House Inn
Both properties are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Best Western Plus Elm House Inn is preferred by most writers compared to Dr. Wilkinson's Hot Springs Resort. Best Western Plus Elm House Inn is ranked #13 in Napa Valley with accolades from 5 reviews such as Oyster, Frommer's and Gayot.
Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs
1507 Lincoln Ave., Calistoga, CA 94515
From $0/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Concierge
- Pool
- Free Parking
Rough Guide
"Legendary health spa and hotel downtown. Choose from a variety of spacious, well-lit rooms with sparse furnishings, facing the courtyard or pool patio."
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Choose from a variety of spacious, well-lit rooms with sparse furnishings, facing the courtyard or pool patio.
Gayot
"Historic lodging with the bonus of hot springs."
The Telegraph
7.0
"Old, funky, and fabulous, it’s like stepping into a time warp. The resort has been getting guests dirty, and relaxed since 1952.
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Travel + Leisure
"Have an Instagram-worthy getaway at Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort, which has been in operation since 1952 and maintains much of its mid-century charms. "
Frommer's
"This spa/"resort," in the heart of Calistoga, is one of the best deals in Napa Valley—and also offers all the spa treatments the town is famous for" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This good-value vintage-1950s motel has well-kept rooms facing a swimming-pool courtyard with hot tub, three pools (one indoors) and mud baths." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs offers a spa garden for al fresco treatments, plus four indoor mud baths, even more mineral baths, and a geothermal mineral pool."
Elm House Inn
800 California Blvd, Napa, CA 94559-2223
From $130/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"In a region known for over-the-top architecture and amenities (and prices to match), this inn delivers style and even a touch of class at affordable rates." Full review
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Surrounded by a landscaped garden (ask for a room facing the greenery), the Elm House sits amid a residential neighborhood a few blocks off Highway 29.
Gayot
"Budget lodging just a short walk from Napa's historical center."
Lonely Planet
"Impeccably kept rooms with generic furnishings in soft pastels. Ideal for conservative travelers. It's a 15-minute walk to downtown and has easy highway access. Hot tub." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"A short drive to downtown Napa, easy highway access to explore nearby wineries, and a budget-friendly price make this a wine-country favourite." Full review
Frommer's
"One of the best values in Napa, this bargain escape’s rooms are spacious and attractive, the service gracious, and there are all sorts of extras." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Impeccably kept rooms with generic furnishings in soft pastels. Ideal for conservative travelers. It's a 15-minute walk to downtown and has easy highway access. Hot tub." Full review