Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort & Mineral SpringsvsHarvest Inn
Both Dr. Wilkinson's Hot Springs Resort and Harvest Inn are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Harvest Inn scores significantly higher than Dr. Wilkinson's Hot Springs Resort. Harvest Inn comes in at #7 in Napa Valley with approval from 9 sources like Travel + Leisure, Gayot and The Telegraph.
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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New York Times
"In Calistoga, Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs reopened last summer after a renovation that includes a new restaurant with kombucha on tap and a wide selection of Napa..."
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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."
Harvest Inn Show All Reviews
1 Main Street, St. Helena, CA 94574
From $263/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Rough Guide
"Mock-Tudor cottages at the edge of a vineyard, with huge rooms loaded with perks like a down-feather bed, fireplace and private terrace overlooking the garden or vineyard."
Fodor's
"Some of the Napa Valley's choicest wineries, restaurants, and shops are steps or a short drive away." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Scattered among eight acres of flowers and vegetable gardens in Napa Valley’s St. Helena, you’ll find the unpretentious and intimate Harvest Inn—a quaint country escape." Full review
Jetsetter
"A fine Napa vintage blending romance with spa treatments, lush grounds, and a farm-to-table restaurant." Full review
Afar Magazine
" It has one of the most desirable locations in one of the most desirable parts of the world, surrounded by celebrated vineyards and presiding over arguably the most picturesque town." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"To sit in the shade of a towering redwood tree, go for a dip in one of two pools, or take a stroll through the vineyards? The decision is easy for guests at Harvest Inn by Charlie Palmer. They can do them all." Full review
Gayot
"A lavishly landscaped Napa Valley retreat with charming cottage-style accommodations."
Time Out
"In addition to the hotel’s culinary offerings, this secluded retreat features two pools, vineyard view rooms, discounted access to Chardonnay golf club, and a special cigar program." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"For an upscale stay in the heart of wine country, the Harvest Inn delivers with massive guest rooms, rustic chic charm, and lots of extra features among the property’s eight acres." Full review
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Guests can choose from everything from two-person guest rooms to multi-level rooms with sleeper sofas.
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The three-pearl Inn St Helena is an elegant bed-and-breakfast in downtown St. Helena, just a short walk from great dining and Beringer Vineyards. Its eight guest rooms have antique..." Full review