Calistoga Motor Lodge and Spa

Mid-century motel lines, turquoise cruiser bikes, and three steaming mineral pools fed by Calistoga’s famous geothermal aquifer—Calistoga Motor Lodge and Spa (a JdV by Hyatt hotel) is equal parts Route-66 nostalgia and modern-wellness playground. Set at the quiet north end of Lincoln Avenue, the 97-room lodge is a springboard for vineyard tastings by day and “mud-painting” rituals by night. Come for the playful vibe; stay for the magnesium-rich water that leaves skin baby-soft and nerves rebooted.

Snapshot & Quick Facts

Location & Ambience – Highway-Motel Chic in Vineyard Country

Pull in beneath the neon “Motor Lodge” sign and you’re greeted by checkerboard tiles, vintage postcards, and receptionists in Levi’s jumpsuits. Vineyards sprawl two blocks away; the Old Faithful Geyser hisses five minutes up the road. Communal fire pits, Bocce courts, and an Airstream retail truck turn the courtyard into a social living room. At sunset, the Palisades glow pink—a cue to grab a pool float shaped like a vinyl LP and drift under fairy lights.

Rooms & Suites – Camp-Trailer Playfulness, Hyatt Comfort

Categories & 2025 Rates

All rooms feature cotton canvas headboards, refillable bath products, mini-fridges, and pour-over Silverado Coffee kits.

MoonAcre Spa & Bathhouse – Mud, Salt & Good Vibes

• Mineral Triad Pass – access to three spring pools plus Watsu-inspired warm-water stretch (45 min, $55).

• Mud Painting Ritual – DIY clay, essential-oil pigments, steam rinse, and laughter therapy (30 min, $45).

• Highway 29 CBD Massage – arnica + full-spectrum hemp oil, 75 min, $195.

• Guided Gratitude Soak – group meditation in claw-foot tubs; lemon-verbena tea service.

Eat & Drink – Wood-Fired Meets Wine-Country Casual

Fleetwood swings from house-made sourdough focaccia to oak-grilled tri-tip with Calabrian-chili butter. Veg-leaning plates (charred broccolini Caesar) pair with lo-alcohol spritzes and a wine list heavy on Calistoga AVA Zins. Sunday “Pizza & Prosecco” nights draw locals—hotel guests snag 10 % off.

DIY: Rooms include enamel camp mugs and s’mores kits for the courtyard fire pits; grab a local rosé from the lobby’s Bottle Shop.

3-Day “Soak & Sip” Sample Itinerary

Ideal & Not-Ideal Guests

Booking Tips & Value Hacks at Calistoga Motor Lodge and Spa

1. Weeknight Win – Sun-Thu stays knock ~15 % off ADR.

2. Hyatt Points – Category 5: 17–23 k points saves $350+.

3. Winter Pool-Party Package – Jan–Feb includes fleece robe, hot-toddy kit, late checkout.

4. Napa Neighbor Rate – 20 % discount for Bay Area ZIPs (Sun–Wed).

Pros & Cons at a Glance

Final Pit Stop

Retro road-trip spirit, mineral-spring magic, and Napa flavors—Calistoga Motor Lodge and Spa bottles all three, shakes hard, and serves a getaway that feels equal parts summer camp and grown-up wellness club. Throw on your robe, grab a floatie, and let Highway 29 wait till you’re good and pruney.