Alila Napa Valley

This was my second stay at Alila Napa Valley and was blown away, as usual! A short disclaimer: I used WOH (World of Hyatt) points and a GOH (Guest of Honor) pass from a friend, so I enjoyed WOH Globalist status and benefits during this stay. The hotel, the grounds, and the area are just amazing. It's actually on/adjacent to the Beringer estate and my deluxe king had the vineyard view. While the guest rooms and hotel itself are exceptional, it's really the staff that make this an amazing and relaxing experience. I've been fortunate to stay at some truly great luxury hotels and resorts the last few years, but the staff here are simply the best of of the best of my experiences. They all help to create a vibe that is truly an oasis within an oasis!

We stayed in a Vineyard/Pool View room. It had a bucolic view and a huge corner balcony with a nice big table, fire pit and rocking chairs. So nice. (Room type makes a big difference here.) Service is great! The housekeeping was spotless and we loved the turndown service. Everything smells delicious with Le Labo scented products everywhere. Sheets were luxurious. Robes are plush. Blackout shades were the bomb. Valet and bell services were easy and prompt and there was lots to do nearby. Even though the hotel was fully booked it never felt crowded and never had to wait for anything. There wasn't much of a "scene" at the hotel -- which suited us -- the weekend we were there. --Music is piped in all day to the pool. From our room we didn't hear it when the glass doors are closed but you will hear it from a pool view room and keep them open as we did. We were on the top floor and didn't have any noise issues from fellow guests. --There is a metal kettle in the room for tea. We're middle aged and drinks lots of tea. Nice touch. We didn't drink the Nespresso in the room (I never do) and they had complementary coffee at the Violetta bar every morning. --We took yoga classes on Saturday and Sunday morning and really enjoyed them. Vivian (Sunday) was great. --The Beringer winery is basically attached to the property. We don't drink wine (I know! Even in Napa!) but we walked around the common areas and it was pretty and lively. --The menus didn't appeal to us though we did eat breakfast there (Globalist perk). Service was great. --No hot tub and the steam room closes at 6PM. All in all we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, especially the balcony and the view and spotless room. The symmetry of the grape vines is strangely soothing. That along with the perfect weather lulled us into total relaxation.

The property was truly stunning! The view of the vineyard alongside the fire pit is breathtaking! The rooms were thoughtfully designed and very comfortable. We will certainly return for our next visit. The location was also fantastic and close to town.