By The Editors By The Editors | November 23, 2021 | Lifestyle,
We all needed a little extra R&R this year, and this year's debuts and revamped hotels and spas came at the perfect time.
Located on the outskirts of Yosemite National Park, the recently opened Spa at Rush Creek Lodge offers a Zen retreat from the stresses of the everyday. The 5,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor space is inspired by the illustrious beauty of Yosemite. Here, guests are welcome to design their own spa experience. From a granite waterfall hot tub to an aromatherapy steam room to cool mist showers and an array of massage options, there’s a rejuvenating spa experience for everyone—whether it’s a couple’s weekend or girls’ trip. 34001 Highway 120, Groveland
Opened on Nov. 1 in the historic town of Calistoga, the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley brings luxury to new heights. Surrounded by acres of vineyards, forests and mountain ranges, the new destination offers distinct experiences unique to the area. With various room, suite and villa options from which to choose, there’s an accommodation to fit the needs of any visitor, and with private retreats and a vineyard on-site, this is an opportunity that cannot be passed up. 400 Silverado Trail, Calistoga
Seamlessly nestled in Sonoma County’s rolling hills, the new Montage Healdsburg beckons with a bucolic setting, sumptuous accommodations, mouthwatering menus and a whole lot more. Located in the heart of Sonoma’s wine country, just minutes from Healdsburg’s charming downtown area, the lush property is rife with eye candy—vine-covered hills, clear blue skies and historic groves—and although new, it looks like it has been there for generations. The subtle contemporary architecture by design partners Glazier Le Architects and Delawie Architects fits into the landscape so well, it’s tough to locate the 130 bungalow-style guest rooms dotted across the 258-acre retreat. 100 Montage Way, Healdsburg
The highly anticipated resort and residential property Stanly Ranch, from Auberge Resorts Collection, takes up 96 acres of the historic Stanly Ranch, which is located in South Napa—a quick 45-minute drive from San Francisco without traffic. The luxe spot features 135 elegant cottage hotel suites complemented by picturesque views of the sprawling surrounding landscape, along with 70 Vineyard Home residences, 40 Cypress Villas, a nature-inspired spa and five-star, farm-to-table dining. 200 Stanly Cross Road, Napa
After a long stint of indoor living, it’s time to submerge yourself in the magnificent presence of nature. Enter Canyon Ranch Woodside, where wholly customized health and wellness stays are available in a truly idyllic location right here in Silicon Valley. Freshly reopened in April, the tranquil oasis is offering an array of new programs, from customized group experiences for families, couples and more to a healthy, delicious culinary program to energize and satisfy. Guests also have access to trainers, spiritual guides, wellness coaches and spa practitioners, all while being surrounded by the glorious California redwoods. 16350 Skyline Blvd., Woodside
Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection recently unveiled a fresh face through a comprehensive $30 million renovation. New to the scene is PicoBar, the resort’s second restaurant, inspired by the traditions of walk-up taco eateries, but with an elevated twist. All guest rooms and public areas display a refreshed look, while luxurious, newly built suites and a reimagined outdoor and pool area take the resort to great new heights. From $695 per night, 755 Silverado Trail N, Calistoga
With the opening of its breathtaking new villas, LEED Platinum-certified Bardessono Hotel & Spa cements itself as Northern California’s most luxuriously green getaway. Gorgeously landscaped paths dotted with water features meander through the NorCal-chic property, creating an unmatched sense of intimacy and quiet. An exclusive rooftop pool beckons with private cabanas and a buzzing social scene; on-site restaurant Lucy charms with Yountville-worthy field-to-fork dining with many ingredients plucked from its certified organic on-site garden; a fleet of Lexuses await for free test drives and jaunts around Yountville; in-room spa treatments are de rigueur; and each smartly decorated room boasts a spa bathroom, gas fireplace, and courtyard or balcony. 6526 Yount St., Yountville
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