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El Bonita Motel
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St. Helena · Napa Valley · St Helena
Wydown Hotel
3-star hotelWine EnthusiastsCouples Retreat
4.8(79 reviews)
Known forPoolSpaRestaurantBoutiqueValley ViewsOutdoor lounge
Why Stay Here
The Luxury Corner Room wraps St. Helena in floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides, framing the Mayacamas Mountains and the foot traffic heading to Press Restaurant. Most guests leave the curtains open all day. The Tea Room delivers gourmet cookies every afternoon, which tend to disappear before dinner.
- Luxury Corner Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows on two walls
- Gourmet cookies delivered daily in the Tea Room
- 1424 Main Street location, two blocks from Health Spa Napa Valley
- Honor bar in the lobby for evening pours
- Premium Rooms overlook downtown St. Helena foot traffic
The Experience
Afternoons center on the Tea Room, where cookies rotate daily and wine tastings run until six. Guests walking back from dinner at Goose & Gander or Charter Oak often stop in the lobby for a nightcap poured from the honor bar. Breakfast isn't served on-site, so regulars pick up pastries from Model Bakery or walk south to Gott's Roadside for breakfast tacos before heading to wineries.
The Setting
The Wydown Hotel occupies 1424 Main Street in downtown St. Helena, directly across from Clif Family Winery and half a block south of the Model Bakery. The building's brick façade dates to the town's early mercantile era, though the interiors lean toward whitewashed walls and black steel fixtures. Sidewalk seating spills out from neighboring cafés, and the hotel's entrance opens onto a corridor lit by pendant lamps suspended from exposed beams.
Rooms & Suites
Luxury Corner Room
The Luxury Corner Room at Wydown Hotel invites you to unwind amidst stunning views of the Napa Valley mountains and the charming streets of St. Helena. Spanning 377 square feet, this spacious retreat features custom furnishings that blend comfort with style, alongside a private bathroom adorned with Restoration Hardware fixtures and luxurious Molton Brown bath products.
Premium Room
Dining
Tea Room
restaurantEach morning, guests are welcomed to the art-filled Tea Room for a complimentary continental breakfast, featuring local and seasonal light fare. This serene space is perfect for enjoying a quiet moment, catching up with friends, or simply savoring delightful gourmet cookies prepared fresh each afternoon.
Health Spa Napa Valley
Guests of Wydown Hotel enjoy exclusive access to Health Spa Napa Valley, a sanctuary for relaxation just a stroll away. Here, you can indulge in a variety of treatments including massages and body wraps, or simply unwind in the pool, hot tub, or eucalyptus steam room, ensuring a rejuvenating experience during your stay. Highlights include pool, outdoor lounge, fitness center, yoga studio, hot tub, sauna, eucalyptus steam room.
Insider Tips
Request a Luxury Corner Room for the best views of the surrounding landscape. Be sure to take advantage of the complimentary continental breakfast in the Tea Room, which features seasonal local fare. Consider visiting the spa during off-peak hours for a more tranquil experience.
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