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Napa & Sonoma Wine Country

Sonoma Valley

Vineyards and Historic Towns in Sonoma Wine Country

Known as the Valley of the Moon, Sonoma Valley is steeped in California winemaking history, with traditions dating back to the early 19th century. Its vineyard-covered hills, historic towns, and winding country roads offer a more intimate side of wine country, where acclaimed wineries, farm-to-table dining, and outdoor adventures unfold at an unhurried pace.

Historic city hall building surrounded by trees in Sonoma Plaza
Sonoma City Hall in the historic Sonoma Plaza

Sonoma 

At its southern end, Sonoma centers on a historic eight-acre plaza surrounded by restaurants, tasting rooms, galleries, and independent boutiques. Explore Mission San Francisco Solano, the last of California’s 21 Spanish missions, or discover the town’s colorful past at Sonoma State Historic Park. Nearby, scenic country roads wind past vineyards and family-owned wineries.

The ruins of Jack London's Wolf House at Jack London State Historic Park
The ruins of Jack London’s Wolf House at Jack London State Historic Park

Glen Ellen

Farther north, Glen Ellen offers a quieter, more rustic side of wine country. The sleepy hamlet was once home to author Jack London, whose legacy lives on at Jack London State Historic Park. Hike through oak woodlands and redwood groves or explore the ruins of his historic mansion. Nearby, the Sonoma Botanical Gardens offers a tranquil retreat featuring Asian woodlands and a native California oak savanna. Taste wines produced from biodynamic vineyards and enjoy farm-to-table cuisine at intimate restaurants.

The European-style Centro Courtyard at Kenwood Inn & Spa
The Courtyard at Kenwood Inn & Spa

Kenwood

Continuing north, Kenwood is surrounded by picturesque vineyards and some of the valley’s most celebrated wineries. Sample the valley’s signature Cabernet Sauvignon, picnic beneath towering oaks, or explore the hiking trails of Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. The park’s ridgelines reward hikers with expansive views across Sonoma Valley and beyond.

Where to stay in Sonoma Valley

7 Hotels

A king bedded guestroom with leather headboard, pendant lights hang from above, with two accent chairs, small tables, fireplace and large glass door to private patioInn at SonomaInn at SonomaLobby with four modern tan leather chairs and a coffee table in between with built in natural wood bookcases on either side of the floor to ceiling white pained fireplaceIn-room refreshment area at Inn at Sonoma with a wine refrigerator, coffee mugs, fresh fruit, pastries and decorative shelving.

Inn at Sonoma

Sonoma$$$

Stay in the heart of Sonoma just steps from dining, shops, and wine tasting. Enjoy fireplaces in every room, a rooftop hot tub, and generous perks.

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Warming pool and cabanas at Kenwood Inn & SpaKenwood Inn front exterior at duskKenwood Inn & Spa lobby with arched doorwayswine-colored velvet chairs in the lobby of Kenwood Inn & SpaKenwood Inn beverage bar with

Kenwood Inn & Spa

Kenwood$$$$

Tucked among vineyards and ancient oaks in Sonoma’s Valley of the Moon, Kenwood Inn & Spa channels the romance of a secluded Italian retreat. 

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Modern Asian inspired guestroom with a king bed, leather chair, white sofa and a grey tiled floor to ceiling fireplace and modern lightingThe front exterior of the building at dusk with the porch lite up, surrounded by Japanese Maple Trees and greenery and a sign hanging with the name of the innElegant lobby set for wine hour with rich wood furniture, a table with wine glasses, bottles of wine and cheese, leather chairs, a dark colored wall with built ins and a fireplace with a large mirror aboveWine hour display with wine and wine glasses and Sake and Sake glassesA guestroom with bed, two large chairs facing each other and a small table, light-wood cabinets with translucent, grid-patterned panels flank the fireplace and TV, while large sliding glass doors open toward a landscaped outdoor courtyard

Gaige House

Glen Ellen$$$$

A Sonoma Valley hideaway channels ryokan serenity with zen gardens, water features, and restorative outdoor spaces along Calabazas Creek.

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Guest room at the Casia Innentrance to Casia Inncourtyard fountain at Casia InnCasia Inn Reception DeskModern lobby with modern seating and table with large window overlooking the property

Casia Inn

Sonoma$$$

Modern, Mediterranean-inspired design and lush courtyard gardens create a serene hideaway surrounded by Sonoma wine country.

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