Auberge du Soleil, An Auberge Resort

I went to the Auberge for my wedding proposal with my fiancé. I worked it out with them for the proposal package and a private picnic followed by dinner reservations. It all went absolutely perfect. They were very responsive and detailed in their emails with me before I had booked with them and on top of things leading up to the date. It was a beautiful place and the set up for the proposal/​picnic couldn’t have been better as it was off the beaten path and private. Dinner was some of the best food I’d had as well and the staff was just great. They were all so attentive and congratulated us. The night honestly couldn’t have gone any better and I’m so happy I went with them.

This is a review for Auberge as a wedding venue. I’ve not stayed at the hotel, but did experience a wedding here last night.
First the location is amazing. There are stunning views and great wine to be had. However, as a wedding venue this place leaves A LOT to be desired. First, the ceremony area is on the bottom deck with a beautiful view. No probem there right? WRONG! There is a restaurant on the above deck and since this is a winery area, people are going to be drunk and loud. During the ceremony a loud obnoxious entitled woman was screaming about wanting her old daughter to get married and cursing as well. Wow. How do you have a restaurant and a wedding ceremony next to each other and both going on at the same time? What a load of crap! One of the worst designs I’ve ever seen in my entire life. Seriously, if I was getting married I would be so upset. As a guest I was disgusted and appalled that the lady wasn’t told to shut up, but I guess they are guests? Either way, a horrible planning.
Also, the wedding reception area is POORLY designed. It’s two rooms that are very small and there is literally a wall between the the rooms. So guess what? If you’re in the room that the bride isn’t sitting in, you’re going to miss everything. We couldn’t see what was going on or hear anything. Who designed this place?
Service was good, but this resort really should have thought twice before deciding it wanted to have cake and eat it too. You can’t have a restaurant and a wedding ceremony going on at the same time. It’s horrible for those that are paying an arm and a leg and have lasting memories while some loud woman screams. Probably the worst wedding experience I’ve had, which is a shame as I expected so much more from this place. Thankfully I will not be getting married here.

I went with a friend of mine for work. We absolutely loved the resort! The grounds were nestled in the most beautiful nook in the Napa Valley. The food and beverages were absolutely amazing. You should try their House Cab, it doesn’t scream house at all! Our waiter at the bar, Clay, was so pleasant. He made sure we had a good time giving us a history lesson about the resort and surrounding areas. Everyone was so aware of our presence and catered to us. Thanks Auberge for a wonderful day!

My husband and I celebrated the most important day of our lives, our wedding, at Auberge du Soleil this past weekend and were so sincerely impressed with absolutely everything. We worked with Auberge’s incredible wedding coordinator, Sara Lindenbaum, and honestly have nothing but exceptional comments to share about her.
Our review is three fold but I’ll start with Sara:
Sara Lindenbaum: She’s such a perfectionist and worked with us from day one of booking the venue until the moment during our wedding night when she dropped us off in our gorgeous suite. She’s organized, prompt, on top of literally everything and has the demeanor that’s a perfect blend of warm and friendly yet authoritative and confident. This is exactly what you need on the day-​of to make sure that the logistics are as smooth as can be. My parents were obsessed with how Sara was able to lead the pack for the wedding so flawlessly, and how we were always on track literally to the last second. Because of Sara, my then-​fiancé and I were so much less stressed and were able to focus on truly taking in every minute of the experience and all the emotions that come along with it.
Venue and the hotel suite: We had our ceremony at La Pagode, which is a gorgeous Japanese-​inspired pavilion nestled among beautiful olive trees and vineyards. We then had our cocktail reception in the outdoor path among the olive trees and vineyards. And lastly, we had our dinner reception and dancing at the intimate Maison D’Arbre located at the highest point of the hotel. We were in love with how intimate our celebration was, the gorgeousness of both La Pagode and Maison D’Arbre, and the elegance and romantic vibe of the overall event. We could seriously not have even dreamed of a more special place to have our wedding. We wanted our wedding to be intimate, elegant, romantic, classy, beautiful and filled with love and happiness, and were so impressed with how the venue delivered on every single count. We also spent the entire weekend at Auberge du Soleil and wanted to ensure that the suite was multi-​purposed — romantic for the night of the wedding yet perfect to get ready with the bridal party on the day-​of. And I can safely say that it was just that. Our suite was spacious, intimate, cozy, luxurious, and absolutely romantic in every way. I’d highly recommend it for couples celebrating anything in Napa Valley, especially a wedding :)
Food and wine: As foodies, the food and wine served at the wedding mattered the most to us, and that’s another reason why Auberge was such a great fit. The michelin starred restaurant was beyond impressive — the food was absolutely delicious and had such a burst of different flavors, and the wine selection was impeccable. Our guests had such positive comments to say about the dining experience that evening!
All in all, we could not have imagined a more perfect weekend filled with so much laughter, love and joy amidst our closest friends and family. And Auberge du Soleil was a significant part of making the weekend the most special and fantastic weekend of our lives.
Thank you to the staff at Auberge and Sara Lindenbaum for the most memorable weekend we’ve ever had!

Fabulous. Gorgeous. Wonderful. Private. Fun. Relaxing. Well-​staffed. Beautifully-​appointed. Everything about this resort is luscious, inviting and welcoming. We even saw a deer on property numerous times. Spend time hiking the property — the Sculpture Garden is well-​kempt and beautiful. Visit the pool — rafts, sunscreen, excellent cocktails and views of divinity. Great place to spend a weekend.

Came here for a getaway, all I can say was, «Wow». Priceless views for dinner and the food was amazing. Kudos to the chef and the services was outstanding.
I had a spa treatment and that was so relaxing. The suites were clean and felt like home. One of my favorite resorts in Napa. Worth the money and the travel.

Over-​the-​top experience from head to toe! My husband and I still daydream about so many portions of our stay.
It was our 5 year anniversary so when we checked in they upgraded us to a suite overlooking the Silverado trail. It had a spacious living room, bottle of wine waiting for us, nespresso machine, food items in the refrigerator, fireplace, amazing bathroom with heated floors, I could go on and on. It felt so comfortable that we ended up staying in our room the majority of the trip!
They have an amazing brunch and we sat outside and enjoyed the fog burning off of the valley each morning. We also over-​indulged in a spa escape and would recommend for any special occasion. We soaked in a bathtub outside in a private area with bamboo trees blocking us from civilization. After the bath we were brought in for a scrub and a massage followed by another hour relaxing in the hot, warm and cold tubs on the side of the mountain. We couldn’t get over how breathtaking the whole place was.
The only ‘meh’ moment we had was dining at the Michelin star restaurant. I’m conflicted at most of these restaurants because I feel the flair of the presentation sometimes takes precedence over the taste and flavors. There were a lot of small bites, but at the end of the day we both agreed we’ve had better. We paid for the view I believe, but it did not taint our stay.
It is totally a splurge and I’m not sure we could ever duplicate it, mostly because it was our five year, but I will try my hardest to top this one day!!!

Just do it. Break the bank if you have to. Total luxury that is a vacation within a vacation, within a staycation. You’ll be mad at the price at first, but you’ll get over it very quickly. Luxury, not pretentious. You are in good, the best, hands.

First went to Auberge 3 years ago, fell in love with the place and have been back every year since. The setting is just spectacular, with fantastic views of the valley, from the rooms, the restaurant, and the pool. The food is outstanding, and you won’t find better service in any hotel in the world, from the moment you arrive until the sad moment you leave. They have a variety of complimentary Mercedes vehicles that you can drive whenever you wish, obviously depending on availability, although when we have stayed here the cars have been available most of the time. You don’t go to napa to hang out at a resort pool, but hanging out in this pool/​hot tub area, with a small bar, in the late afternoon after wine tasting is one of my favorite experiences. The concierge is wonderful at helping you arrange your winery tours. Auberge is not cheap, although if you book far enough in advance it’s attainable, and you will never leave regretting the money spent there. Also, we’ve been upgraded 2 of the 3 times we stayed there. The first time we stayed, I had a minor wifi connectivity issue, and had to use the business center for about an hour, as I work when I’m on vacation. I didn’t complain, as it was a minor incovenience, but the following morning, the manager came up to us at breakfast and apologized, credited half the room rate. I look forward to going back every year. Book your trip and enjoy.

Going to keep this review super simple.
Brunch + Napa Valley = Auberge du Soleil is a MUST
Can’t go wrong with the service nor food nor view nor atmosphere nor… the list goes on and on…
Wished I pony up extra $ to stay here though!

Auberge du Soleil takes brunch to a whole ‘nother level! At $ 65 for a three course brunch it’s a pretty pricey place but hits on all the crucial 5 star points:
1. Ambience: GORGEOUS. On a perfect Napa day you have an amazing view from the balcony and the building itself it adorable too. Expect amazing lighting and perfect pictures!
2. Drinks: your first drink COMES WITH the prix fixe menu! They have a bunch of options as well including you standard bloody marys (YUM!) and mimosas, but also some more obscure ones like bellinis and kir royales!
3. Bread: The healthy looking wheat one was good, the white one was good and the muffin was a hit at our table! Not something you usually think about but it started the meal off right!
4. Food: Of course the food was amazing! They have a bunch of options, some of which are brunchy and some more lunchy! The highlights of our table were the sweet corn soup if you’re looking for something lighter, the foie gras was to die for (as it usually is) and the oysters were a good deal too! For the second course the short rib was the standout by far (as recommended by our server as well)! The heirloom tomato risotto was ok, I would probably opt for something else.
5. Service: Impeccable. Our servers were all so nice and professional, it really added to the experience. At one point the server came up and asked «Is everything to your liking?» to which I replied after he had left «YOU’RE to our liking!!!» Not in a creepy way I promise…
Overall I can see how Augerge du Soleil’s brunch has such high ratings. If you’re looking for the true Napa experience it’s a must!

This has to be one of the finest hotels in Napa. Although I did not stay here, I had brunch and fell in love. The view is priceless and the property is high class.
We each ordered something different on the menu and we loved everything. I had the foie gras with mini french toast. WOW it blew me away. I then decided to be healthy and I ordered the chicken for my main dish.
I highly suggest coming here if given the opportunity. It will be worth your while. The view alone is enough.

The finest property in Napa/​St. Helena. You will not want to leave.
The pools are salt water. I say pools because there are 4.
The views are elevated and spectacular. ⁹⁄₁₀ staff members exceeded expectations.
Food exceeded expectations. This means the snacks in your villa that are included. Food at the pool. Breakfast that is included. The restaurant called The Restaurant is delicious.
It’s literally the best.
Tip: hang out at the pools in the spa with a bottle of sparkling wine.

Fabulous stay at this resort! Our room was spacious but cozy, with a gorgeous view from the patio. The rooms are nicely spread out, so lots of privacy and quiet! Beautiful main pool that is adults only. I did not visit the spa this time, but the overall experience was peaceful, relaxing, and of spa-​like luxury. Also, superb location for visiting wineries. Worth splurging!

My most memorable brunch to date was at Auberge Du Soleil in Napa Valley in Northern California. I knew the moment I stepped inside the premises that I was up for a real treat.
The ambiance had an air of sophistication. We were seated in the outside balcony over looking the vineyard and the resort– probably the best view in the Napa Valley.
We all started of with a sparkling wine and delved into muffins. They were house made pastries and artisanal bread served with lemon flavored butter while waiting for the appetizers.
I selected the Poached Wild Shrimp as an appetizer. It was prepared with butter and orange, served with avocado on a bed of lettuce.
For the main entrée, the Kubota Pork chop caught my attention. It was marinated with mustard spåtzle, cavolo nero, and braised fennel served with Meyer lemon sauce.
The Butterscotch Pudding Parfait with chantilly cream and candied pecans was my desert. All the dishes are delicious, well plated and arrived on a timely fashion.
It was pricey at $ 65 for a table d’hôte, but the company of friends that made it memorable was priceless.

Definitely my number 1 favorite spot in Napa Valley! I loved it so much even did my wedding here~
— First time I went there was many years ago. Our hot air balloon tour was cancelled due to the bad weather, so we decided at least we should have some nice meal in Napa. I found Auberge du Soleil, and called for brunch, luckily they got us in. Sitting on the terrace with a stunning view, I fell in love with this place right away.
— I went back a few times for lunch with friends, every time the food was awesome and service was great. Never disappointed me…
So when I was looking for wedding venue, I though of here, and glad that I did it here! It was definitely the most unforgettable memories of my life.
— The wedding experience was awesome! The coordinators did a great job help me during planning and on the wedding day.
— We stayed in the hotel as well. Lovely rooms with nice supplies. I really liked the bathroom, nice and classy! They made our room for day and for night, and made sure we got the best service. The pool area is absolutely gorgeous… I really wish I could stay longer there.
— Food on the wedding was flawless. Got many compliments from our guests, they all thinking it was surprising to have such perfectly-​made food with large group. Even the vendor meals were reallynicely made.
Anyway will always go back there, for fun, for celebration, for my best memories!

Cusine gastronomique, spot magnifique! We really enjoyed our dinner at l’auberge du soleil

We went there for lunch, the food is outstanding with the scenery overlooking mountains, trees, very tranquilizing and peaceful. Service is professional and staffs are knowledgeable about the food and wine. We had Kampachi, Potato Gnocchi, Maine Lobster, and Pork Chop. For sure I’ll go back there again and again!

Great place for a nice intimate dinner! Definitely make reservations. We had a nice seat for two next to the big fireplace so it was very romantic, but it was quite loud as the restaurant was busy on a Saturday night.
Our friendly server came to greet us by bringing the sparkling wine list along with an iPad full of their wine selections. I started off with a taste (3 oz) of sparkling rosé. Then, he came back with the dinner menu which our server explained to us. You can either get 3 or 4 courses and I believe, your party can order either or. Next time, I’ll stick to the 3 course unless I’m super hungry as the 4 course was pretty fulfilling.
I had:
Starter: Poached Maine Lobster, Hibiscus, Persimmon, Orange, Star Anise
–Very clean refreshing lobster salad.
Second: Pan Roasted Bass, Yellow Eye Beans, Octopus, Niçoise Olives, Celery
–Pretty big plate that it could have been my entreé.
–Loved the crispy skin yet tender fish along with the fresh beans.
Main: Wild Quail, Hand Foraged Wild Rice, Pancetta, Lemon, Arugula
–Crispy skin, but juicy meat.
–If you don’t want a heavy main dish, I suggest this one.
Dessert: Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse, Cocoa Génoise, Caramel, Nougat, Milk Sorbet
–Rich ganache chocolate, like a Snicker bar. YUMMY!
After my sparkling wine, I wanted a wine to compliment my dishes so our server recommended a nice Pinot Noir from Siduri. It went well with both the fish and the quail so I was definitely satisfied.
Thanks for the great meal! I’ll definitely be back again!

I’ve eaten at the bistro here twice now, and each time was great! The view from the deck is amazing. Although if it’s cold or windy out, the heaters on the deck don’t quite cut it, as I’ve learned from experience!
My favorite thing I’ve had is the fusilli pasta… SO GOOD! Also the corn and quinoa salad is delicious! There are some great vegetarian options. And don’t even get me started on the desserts! Yum.
The bistro is nice because you don’t need to be really dressed up to go… you see the whole range there. Some people in dresses, some people in jeans, etc. Also, they are pretty quick, and it’s great service.
I would most definitely recommend this if you’re looking for somewhere nice yet semi-​casual to eat near Napa!

I came for a friend’s wedding! They did a fabulous job on everything. They were very accommodating especially since it rained on the day of their wedding! They moved everything indoors. The staff were very quick on their feet and very professional and polite! I just coordinated a wedding 2 weeks before and believe me, a friendly staff just makes such a big difference!
The décor was beautiful and from what my friend told me, they were flexible with centerpieces. The set-​up was spot on and symmetrical.
The food was spectacular! This was the first wedding where our steaks actually came out as everyone requested. The scallops were perfectly cooked. The dessert was extremely creative (Cookie bottom, cake center, pastry cream on inside, surrounded by chocolate mousse. Then decorated with a stick of chocolate and a tiny scoop of whipped cream on the side. Wow!
When it stopped raining, we could step out to the balcony which overlooks the hills of Napa! Highly recommend this place for anyone for a venue.

Une des meilleurs tables de Napa Valley !
Une etoile au Michelin, un rapport qualite prix imbatable pour la region, c’est bon, c’est beau, c’est copieux !
Le service est impecable et la vue est magnifique si vous avez la chance (comme moi) de dejeuner en terrasse.
Bref, que du bonheur !