Best Hotels for a Staycation in Sonoma County

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Bodega Bay Lodge, Bodega Bay: Situated atop a tranquil bluff overlooking the bay, the Bodega Bay Lodge blends with the wild beauty of the surrounding coastal landscape. Highlights include a large infinity hot tub with panoramic bay views and an outdoor pool, perfect for a few cooling laps after a soak in the hot tub. 103 Coast Highway One, Bodega Bay, 707-875-3525, bodegabaylodge.com.

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The Bodega Bay Lodge recently revealed newly renovated guestrooms decorated in sleek coastal décor and featuring private balconies or verandas for taking in the view. The hotel spa is located next to the pool area, but guests can also opt for in-room treatments. (Courtesy photo)

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The Bodega Bay Lodge has two onsite restaurants. Drakes Sonoma Coast serves seasonal and sustainable produce, meat and seafood sourced from local family farmers, ranchers, fishermen, and artisan cheesemakers. For a more casual option, the recently renovated Drakes Fireside Lounge offers a cozy indoor setting by a stone fireplace or outdoors on the patio, where you can take in the sunset from a rocking chair by the firepit. (Courtesy photo)

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Kenwood Inn & Spa, Kenwood: Closed for a stretch after the 2017 firestorm, the 29 rooms of this Meditteranean-style villa got a freshening up and welcomed fun amenities like espresso machines. The spa will be undergoing renovations through spring 2019. During this time, spa treatments can be enjoyed in guestrooms. 10400 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood, 707-833-1293, kenwoodinn.com  (Courtesy Photo)

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The beautifully landscaped courtyard surrounding the heated pool and hot tub at Kenwood Inn & Spa is a nice spot to lose a whole day to a nap or good book. (Courtesy Photo)

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If you never make it out for wine tasting, no worries, Kenwood Inn’s complimentary nightly “Evening Magic Hour” features local wine and cheese. (Courtesy Photo)

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All guest rooms at the Kenwood Inn & Spa have a separate entrance and fireplace, and many come with a private terrace or balcony. (Courtesy photo)

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Gaige House + Ryokan, Glen Ellen: Zen-filled momentum starts flowing when you first step into one of the property’s nine Ryokan Zen Suites. Curl up in a classic yukata kimono, while you sip sake or indulge in ice cream mochi. The refrigerator will be stocked and ready when you arrive. 13540 Arnold Drive, Glen Ellen, 707-935-0237, thegaigehouse.com (Courtesy Photo)

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Gaige House + Ryokan has a pool and hot tub, but thanks to the deep granite soaking tub in your Ryokan Zen Suite, you might never make it there. (Courtesy Photo)

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There's no shortage of terrific neighborhood restaurants close to Gaige House + Ryokan: The Fig Cafe (pictured) serves French food and allows you to bring your own wine (without paying a corkage); the Glen Ellen Star specializes in New American seasonal cuisine; and Cafe Citti, a trattoria-style Italian restaurant, are among the many nearby options. (Photo by John Burgess)

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Vintners Inn, Santa Rosa: Its gurgling fountains and stellar vineyard views have always been a draw, but a recently completed $17 million expansion gives locals another reason to check out this Santa Rosa inn. New features include the Vi La Vita spa, as well as a new pool and 34 new rooms and suites, all with views of the estate vineyards from either a patio or balcony.  4350 Barnes Road, Santa Rosa, 800-421-2584, vintnersinn.com (Courtesy Photo)

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Vintners Inn's Vi La Vita offers a full range of treatments, from massage and body scrubs to facials. The Spa Menu features gourmet eats from the on-site John Ash & Co. restaurant. (Courtesy Photo)

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Sonoma County classic John Ash & Co at Vintners Inn stays true to California culinary tradition with fresh farm-to-table food mostly sourced from onsite culinary. (Courtesy photo)

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Farmhouse Inn, Forestville: This Sonoma County favorite was recently named among the best in the world by Condé Nast Traveler Magazine. But don’t just take their word for it, spend the night and find out for yourself. 7871 River Road, Forestville, 707-887-3300, farmhouseinn.com (Photo by Charlie Gesell)

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The Michelin-starred restaurant at Farmhouse Inn is open for dinner Thursday through Monday. If you’re craving something different, the Tesla Model X house car provides complimentary shuttle service to and from nearby restaurants nightly from 5:30 pm to 11 pm (first come, first served). For a more casual option, the hotel's recently opened Farmstand serves guests farm driven cuisine, local brews, wines and seasonal mocktails seven days a week, 12 pm - 4:30 pm. (Photo by Charlie Gesell)

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A guest room at the Farmhouse Inn in Forestville. (Courtesy photo)

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Hotel Les Mars, Healdsburg: Escape to France without leaving the county. Located a block off of Healdsburg Plaza, Hotel Les Mars has mastered Parisian charm with antique furniture and touches throughout. 27 North Street, Healdsburg, 707-433-4211, hotellesmars.com

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With only 16 rooms, Hotel Les Mars staff quickly gets to know guests by name and attend to their every need. Freshly baked croissants, fruit, and yogurt parfaits are among the complimentary items delivered to rooms every morning. (Courtesy photo)

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A guest bathroom at Hotel Les Mars in Healdsburg. (Courtesy photo)

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Hotel Les Mars is house to Chalkboard restaurant. Executive Chef Shane McAnelly sources much of the menu from local purveyors and farms; many ingredients come from the restaurant’s own 3-acre garden located at Foley's nearby Chalk Hill Winery estate. (Photo by Conner Jay)

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Timber Cove Resort, Jenner: Splurge on an ocean view. You won’t regret it. Set on 25 acres, Timber Cove Resort has two miles of hiking trails that offer an opportunity to explore the neighborhood and take in the views. 21780 Highway 1, Jenner, 707-847-3231, timbercoveresort.com

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The Timber Cove Resort was built in 1963 as a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired A-frame with redwood beams. Renovations were completed two years ago and the new resort has a modern hippy vibe with mid-century accents. (Courtesy photo)

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Guests at Timber Cove Resort can keep things casual and dine at the bar, or opt for a more formal experience at onsite restaurant Coast Kitchen. (Photo by John Burgess)

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Every room at Timber Cove Resort has a record player, and guests are encouraged to pick a few of their favorites from the LP library in the Great Room, Timber Cove’s take on a hotel lobby. Feeling lucky? Enter our contest to win a weekend at Timber Cove Resort. 

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