Where the olive groves meet the vineyards, a terrace above it all in Rutherford, CA

Auberge du Soleil

Where the olive groves meet the vineyards, a terrace above it all

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Boutique Hotel in Rutherford, CA
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Auberge du Soleil

30 Total Rooms
15 Room Types
4.8 (153 Reviews)

The approach tells you everything. A narrow road climbs through groves of ancient olive trees, the valley floor dropping away with each turn, until the property reveals itself along a sun-drenched ridge in Rutherford. Auberge du Soleil occupies 33 acres of terraced hillside in Napa Valley, its low-slung Mediterranean architecture threaded through sculptured gardens and centuries-old oaks. The buildings are weathered and warm, their earth-toned walls and terra-cotta rooflines dissolving into the landscape rather than competing with it. This is a property that has belonged to this hillside for over four decades, and it wears that history with the quiet confidence of a place that never needed to announce itself.

Fifty rooms and suites are spread across maison-style cottages that step down the slope, each with a private terrace overlooking the valley. Interiors lean into a contemporary California warmth: natural linens, sculptural wood furnishings, fireplaces, and soaking tubs positioned to frame the views. Many suites open onto outdoor living spaces that feel almost as generous as the rooms themselves. The property's celebrated sculpture garden winds through the grounds, placing works by notable artists among the olive trees and lavender in a way that feels curated rather than imposed.

The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil has long been one of Napa Valley's defining dining experiences, its terrace arguably the most storied outdoor table in wine country. The kitchen draws from the surrounding agricultural landscape, with menus that shift through the seasons and a wine program that takes full advantage of the valley below. For something less structured, the Bistro and Bar offers a more relaxed counterpoint with lighter fare and signature cocktails, its open-air setting capturing the same panoramic views in a more casual register. Mornings often begin here, with coffee and the particular stillness that comes from sitting above the fog line while the valley slowly wakes.

The Auberge Spa draws on the region's wellness traditions with treatments that incorporate locally sourced botanicals and vineyard-inspired rituals. Treatment rooms open to private garden terraces, and the pool area stretches along the hillside with views that reach across the valley floor to the Mayacamas range. A fitness center, bocce courts, and curated vineyard excursions round out the on-property experience, though many guests find their rhythm simply moving between terrace, pool, and table as the light shifts across the hills.

Napa Valley's most celebrated wineries sit within minutes of the property, and the town of St. Helena offers its own constellation of galleries, restaurants, and tasting rooms just a short drive south. But the particular grace of Auberge du Soleil is how little reason it gives you to leave. The days here have a cadence shaped by landscape and light, by the way a terrace at golden hour can make a glass of local rosé feel like the only thing that ever mattered. It is a place where time moves at the speed of the valley below: slowly, generously, and with no interest in rushing toward anything at all.

What we love about this stay

Auberge Du Soleil feels less like a hotel and more like a permanent exhale — the kind of place where the landscape does most of the talking. Perched above Napa's vineyard rows, it trades spectacle for something quieter: earthy tones, crackling fireplaces, private balconies that frame a valley you never tire of watching. The rustic textures in the rooms feel deliberate rather than decorative, grounding you in the hillside rather than floating above it. What lingers is how naturally the culinary life here mirrors its surroundings — mornings built around local ingredients, evenings that pull you back to that fireplace. It's a property for people who don't need to be entertained, just held in place long enough to notice everything.

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Signature Outlets & Experiences

Enjoy inspired cuisine, local spirits, and inviting spaces for connection, all within the hotel.

The Bar

The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil

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Auberge du Soleil in Rutherford, CA publishes distinct room types below. The public rate is the live cash price anyone can see. Journey publishes an entry-tier member rate for this stay — a catalog offer, not a personalized quote. Journey members get member-only rates and unique custom benefits at Alliance properties. Join on journey.com to unlock the published member rate, then check dates to book.

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Room types

Catalog room types at this hotel. Choose dates below for the public rate and the published entry-tier member rate. Those dated totals are not a personalized quote.

  • Deluxe Queen Queen Room

    Sleeps 3 · 2 × 2 Queen Bed · regular

    Imagine a sanctuary where the gentle hills of St. Helena embrace the horizon, visible from your own private balcony. Welcome to the Hillside Queen Haven, where each detail is tailored to ensure your stay is nothing short of spectacular. Nestled within the serene landscapes of Auberge Du Soleil, this room features two plush queen beds, each a cloud of comfort with crisp linens and a personalized turndown service that whispers a good night. As dusk falls, the room's ambiance is transformed by the warm glow of a crackling fireplace, creating a cozy retreat perfect for unwinding. The soft, ambient lighting complements the room's chic decor, casting gentle shadows that dance across the spacious 520-square-foot expanse. By morning, the space is bathed in the soft light of dawn, offering stunning views of the rolling hills that promise a day of tranquility. Beyond the comforts of your bed, a deep soaking bathtub awaits to rejuvenate your senses, while the aroma of freshly brewed coffee from your personal maker fills the air. Whether you're curling up with a good book in a quiet nook or stargazing from your balcony, the Hillside Queen Haven offers a luxurious escape designed for those who seek a blend of relaxation and inspiration. Perfect for romantic retreats or a serene solo getaway, this room promises an unforgettable experience where luxury meets the comfort of home.

  • Deluxe Suite, Garden Area (Private)

    Sleeps 4 · 1 × King · 1453 sq ft · regular

    Golden light spills through balcony doors, tracing slow arcs across 1,454 square feet of hushed elegance. Inside this Deluxe Suite, a king bed layered in cloud-soft linens anchors the room, while a fireplace murmurs against the cool of evening. Draw a bath in the deep soaking tub and let warmth unknot every tension. Beyond the glass, your private garden terrace unfolds—verdant, secluded, alive with birdsong and the scent of fresh earth. Every detail, from turndown service to a curated minibar, speaks of care without intrusion. This is where stillness becomes unforgettable.

  • Deluxe Room, Accessible, Garden Area

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 517 sq ft · regular

    Green light dapples across crisp white linens as the garden breathes just beyond your private balcony—a 520-square-foot retreat where nature and refinement exist in quiet conversation. At this thoughtfully accessible sanctuary, a king bed anchors the space while a flickering fireplace warms evenings spent unhurried. Sink into the deep soaking tub and let the scent of foliage drift through the air. Every touchpoint—from turndown rituals to morning coffee—feels less like service and more like intuition. This is where comfort transcends expectation and stillness becomes its own luxury.

  • Private Garden Suite

    Sleeps 3 · 1 × King · 1249 sq ft · regular

    Birdsong greets you before the key even turns. Step into 1,254 square feet of verdant seclusion at the Private Garden Suite, where sunlight dapples through garden canopy and dances across plush furnishings. A crackling fireplace anchors the living room in warmth, while your private balcony frames seasonal landscapes in living watercolor. Come evening, lower yourself into the deep soaking tub as golden light fades to violet. Crisp linens, a curated minibar, and a king bed dressed in whispered luxury ensure every hour here feels unhurried—a stay that imprints itself on memory.

  • Deluxe Hillside View Suite

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 1249 sq ft · regular

    Stone warmed by dawn greets you before the day begins—a quiet promise kept each morning inside the Deluxe Hillside View Suite. Spanning 1,248 square feet, this refined sanctuary cradles you in textured comfort: a king bed dressed in sumptuous linens, a hearth glowing with understated warmth, and a deep soaking tub bathed in soft amber light. Step onto your private balcony and watch the hillside canvas transform from emerald to gold as hours drift by. Brew something rich from the in-room coffee maker, breathe deeply, and surrender to a stillness that lingers long after you leave.

  • Hillside View Suite

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 1249 sq ft · regular

    Golden light floods through floor-to-ceiling windows, tracing slow arcs across 1,248 square feet of serene sophistication. At the Hillside View Suite, rolling hills stretch endlessly beyond your private balcony—a living canvas shifting from emerald to amber as the day unfolds. A crackling fireplace anchors the living space with warmth, while a deep soaking tub beckons you to surrender to stillness during golden hour. Mornings arrive gently here: fresh coffee, birdsong through open doors, crisp air carrying the scent of wild grass. This is a stay that lingers in your bones.

  • Deluxe Valley View Room

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 517 sq ft · regular

    A fireplace flickers softly across 520 square feet of mountain sanctuary, casting amber light over hand-selected furnishings and crisp king-bed linens. Step onto your private balcony at the Deluxe Valley View Room, where emerald ridgelines dissolve into layered veils of morning mist. Dawn arrives gently here—brew a quiet cup, watch gold spill across the peaks, then surrender to a deep soaking tub as the valley hums below. By evening, turndown service and the crackle of flame transform your retreat into something deeply intimate. This is where stillness itself becomes the ultimate luxury.

  • Valley View Suite

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 1249 sq ft · regular

    Golden firelight dances across 1,248 square feet of unhurried elegance, warming every corner of the Valley View Suite as evening settles over the ridgeline. Step onto your private balcony and let the panorama command your attention—rolling terrain painted in amber and violet, shifting with the sun's slow arc. Inside, sink into a king bed swathed in crisp linens, or linger in the deep soaking tub while steam mingles with the crackle of a wood fire. Mornings arrive gently here: birdsong, fresh coffee, and light that feels earned. A stay that redefines stillness.

  • Deluxe Private Maison

    Sleeps 4 · 1 × King · 1798 sq ft · regular

    A fire crackles softly as twilight settles over the valley, painting the landscape in amber and violet from your private balcony. At 1,800 square feet, the Deluxe Private Maison unfolds like a personal estate—spacious enough to wander, intimate enough to exhale. Sink into the deep soaking tub after a day exploring the surrounding terrain, or wrap yourself in evening quiet beside the fireplace. Crisp linens and unhurried mornings await—the kind of stay that settles into your memory like a story you'll never tire of telling.

  • Deluxe Hillside View Room

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 517 sq ft · regular

    Firelight dances across warm walls as dusk settles over undulating hills beyond your private balcony—a panorama that deepens with every passing hour. At 520 square feet, the Deluxe Hillside View Room wraps you in quiet grandeur: a king bed dressed in crisp, cool linens, a deep soaking tub drawn for weary limbs, and the gentle ritual of evening turndown. Morning begins slowly here—fresh coffee brewed steps from your pillow, sipped while golden light traces the hillside contours. This is a retreat that imprints itself softly and stays with you always.

  • Deluxe Valley View Suite

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 1249 sq ft · regular

    Morning light pours through floor-to-ceiling glass, illuminating 1,248 square feet where refined comfort meets the untamed beauty of the valley below. Step onto your private balcony at the Deluxe Valley View Suite and watch the landscape transform—misty dawn giving way to amber dusk across ridgelines that seem to breathe with the seasons. Inside, a king bed swathed in crisp linens beckons, while a crackling fireplace casts warm shadows across the room come evening. Draw a deep soaking tub and let the quiet settle in, or rise early to savor fresh coffee as birdsong floats on cool air. This is where the boundary between landscape and luxury simply ceases to exist.

  • Garden View Room

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 517 sq ft · regular

    Morning light spills through French doors, warming the hardwood beneath your feet as you drift toward a private balcony overlooking manicured gardens lush with green. At 520 square feet, the Garden View Room wraps you in quiet sophistication—a king bed layered in crisp linens, a fireplace flickering amber across elegant surfaces, and a deep soaking tub that invites you to linger. Brew a fresh cup, breathe in the garden air, and surrender to a pace that feels almost forgotten. This is where unhurried luxury becomes essential.

  • Private Garden Room

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 517 sq ft · regular

    French doors swing open to reveal a private balcony suspended above manicured gardens, where morning birdsong replaces every alarm you've ever known. At 520 square feet, the Private Garden Room enfolds you in understated luxury—a king bed layered in crisp linens, a fireplace painting the walls in amber warmth, and a deep soaking tub that dissolves the day into stillness. Here, unhurried hours drift between fresh coffee at dawn and the soft fragrance of evening calm. This is where time bends gently toward bliss.

  • Hillside View Room

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 517 sq ft · regular

    Soft morning light traces the contours of distant hills as you step onto your private balcony, cup of tea warming your hands. Inside the Hillside View Room, 520 square feet of quiet sophistication await—a crackling fireplace casting amber warmth across crisp linens, while a deep soaking tub invites you to surrender the day's adventures to absolute stillness. Every detail here speaks to unhurried elegance, from the refined textures to the panoramic landscape that gently dictates your rhythm. This is elevated tranquility—a stay that echoes softly long after departure.

  • Deluxe Garden View Room

    Sleeps 2 · 1 × King · 517 sq ft · regular

    Jasmine-scented air curls through gauze curtains, greeting you before you've even set down your bags. The Deluxe Garden View Room unfolds across 520 sun-dappled square feet—a sanctuary where crisp white linens drape a king bed and a stone fireplace bathes the walls in amber warmth each evening. Step onto your private balcony and let wild bougainvillea frame the garden's quiet theatre below. Draw a deep soaking bath as birdsong replaces every notification, then rise to a slow morning pour from the in-room coffee maker. Here, stillness isn't empty—it's everything.

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180 Rutherford Hill Road, Rutherford, CA, 94573, US

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