Napa River Inn

1. Napa River Inn Rooms & Suites

Of the sixty six rooms at Napa River Inn, there are six categories to choose from. They are spread out through three separate buildings, which are all along the waterfront.

Captain Hatt's Suite is a very elegantly appointed room with a separate seating area, a wet bar and fireplace. The very roomy bathroom features a clawfoot tub and separate shower. Guests can rest after a long day in the king size canopy bed and wrap themselves in luxurious linens.

The Plaza Deluxe rooms feature a soft, pillow-top king size bed, private balcony with peaceful river views and a fireplace. There is lots of space for guests to sprawl out and relax.

Historic Deluxe rooms feature a luxurious king size canopy bed complete with a comfortable pillow-top mattress. Guests can relax in the clawfoot slipper tub or cozy up next to the fireplace. There is a separate seating area for added space.

The Embarcardero Deluxe rooms come with a queen size bed and private balcony which overlooks the calm river and the lush grounds. These rooms also come with a fireplace.

Plaza & Embaracardero Executive rooms are found in either the Plaza or Embaracardero building and feature a pillow-top king size bed in each. Upon check in, guests will find out if their room has a fireplace or a patio.

If guests are budget conscious, but still wish to enjoy the comforts and amenities of Napa River Inn, the Plaza & Embaracardero Standard rooms are a perfect choice. Also located in either the Plaza or Embaracardero buildings, these room come with a choice of a queen bed, a king bed or two double beds. These basic, yet elegant rooms feature a view of the gardens or over the parking lot of the Historic Napa Mill.

With each and every room at the Napa River Inn, guests will be treated to breakfast in bed, evening wine tastings in the lobby featuring some of the local wineries, use of a mini fridge complete with complimentary water and creamers, a Keurig coffee maker and coffee, use of plush robes, an MP3 player and docking station as well as free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

2. Where to eat

Since the Napa River Inn is located within the Historic Napa Mill, there are many restaurants within the same building as well as within a very easy walking distance. Guests are treated each morning of their visit to a complimentary breakfast in bed, delivered right to their room, provided by Sweeties Pies Bakery. Breakfast consists of items such as fresh pastries, freshly squeezed juices, coffee, tea and a choice of quiche, egg breakfast sandwiches, oatmeal with granola, and fresh fruit. Other items are available to order a la carte at an additional charge if guests wish.

Lunch and dinner are an easy find, since there are many delicious choices closeby. Angele Restaurant is located on Napa River Walk and offers both lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining on the patio or indoors in the cozy dining room.

Celadon Restaurant features an Asian inspired, home cooked menu for both lunch and dinner. Seating is available in both the courtyard, with a beautiful outdoor fireplace, or in the elegant dining area. Celadon is Michelin Guide recommended and has become both a local favorite as well as visitors to the area.

For a casual breakfast or lunch, Napa General Store offers a laid back atmosphere with standard favorites such as deli sandwiches and hamburgers, plus an extensive selection of salads. Breakfast is served until noon, should guests wish to skip breakfast in bed and venture out on their own.

Other local favorites, recommended for guests to try while in the area include Iron Chef star's restaurant Morimoto, overlooking the Napa River; Fish Story, serving sustainable seafood and fresh fish selections on the riverfront; and The Pear Southern Bistro, serving Southern comfort foods like Smoked Gouda Mac n' Cheese, collard greens and chicken and dumplings.

Bars and Lounges

Silos Napa is located in the Historic Napa Mill, just steps away from the lobby of the Napa River Inn. They offer nightly entertainment from live concerts, to comedy acts. It is an intimate setting, seating up to 50 couples only, but offers a great night of good food, fine wine and many other drink selections plus entertainment. Silos also creates their own brews, which are extremely popular and sell out just as quickly as guests can order them up. They are open in the evenings from Wednesday to Sunday.

Guests will thoroughly enjoy being in such close proximity to over 20 wine tasting rooms. Through the concierge, guests can obtain a Downtown Napa Wine Tasting Card which will allow them to receive discounts and even 10 cent first tastes at select wine tasting sites. Some of these locations include the Napa General Store, Vintage Sweet Shoppe, The Bounty Hunter, Square One, Stonehedge Winery and more.

3. Spa Services

The Spa at Napa River Inn promises to pamper, relax and rejuvenate every guest who comes through their doors. They use Napa Valley Organics products which combine the best grape seed extracts and elements to bring each guest an authentic Napa Valley experience. There are an array of treatments and services to choose from including massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as body treatments.

Each treatment is special to The Spa at Napa River Inn and won't be found elsewhere. There are packages available should guests wish to indulge in multiple treatments or services. If guests are traveling with their furry friend, there are even spa services available for Fido too. It is recommended to call ahead and reserve a time for treatments to ensure availability.

Golf

There are over six golf courses within easy distance to Napa River Inn. Chardonnay Golf Course is a beautiful 18 hole course, offering spectacular views of Jamieson Canyon and the adjacent vineyard. Golfers heading to Chardonnay should know it is rated at a pace of four hours and thirty minutes, so this will be a great daytrip. Eagle Vines Vineyards & Golf Course boasts over 170 acres of lush, green land and 18 holes of challenging golf. There are different tees available for up to five different levels of golf. It is only five miles from downtown Napa.

4. Plan This Vacation

Napa River Inn prides itself on being eco-friendly even from the first day of its building, since they decided to build upon the historic roots available, instead of tearing down what was there and starting over brand new. While building, any bricks needed, were made using the clay from the Napa River. Today, they are proud to use locally sourced, organic bath amenities in each of the rooms and at the spa, which not only helps the environment but also local business. Throughout the property, guests will notice the use of battery operated candles in place of burning open flame which pollutes the air and they are involved in a program where their cooking-oil is recycled into bio-diesel. Napa River Inn is very committed to the environment and leaving as little carbon footprint as possible.

Further to their green initiatives, Napa River Inn has installed five Electric Vehicle Charging Stations. Guests of the Inn are treated to complimentary use of the stations, whereas the general public is charged a small fee. There is a three hour charge limit per vehicle. Guests can acquire an adapter at the front desk.

If guests did not bring their own vehicle, the front desk staff will be happy to arrange the in-house, complimentary Lexus for use around town, complete with a driver.

With Napa River Inn being in the vicinity of great art, theater, entertainment and dining options, guests will never feel isolated or bored if they are looking for activities to appreciate. This is the perfect destination for anyone looking to enjoy a little culture, wine and good times.

Children are always welcome at Napa River Inn. Guests can request up to one extra bed per room. Some of the rooms with two double beds would work well for families, as well as some of the larger suites offering lots of space.

There is a bicycle borrowing program through the front desk, which families will enjoy to explore the area together.

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500 Main St, Napa, California 94559, Phone: 707-251-8500, Map