100 Soscol Ave, Napa, California, United States | (618) 248-8274
Updated, contemporary chain hotel with good rates
Large rooms with work desks and microwaves
Free wine tasting passes and tours that depart from the hotel
Outdoor pool and hot tub
Fitness center with a few cardio machines
24-hour business center plus free Wi-Fi throughout
Free on-site parking
Free breakfast at neighboring Denny's (reward members only)
On a busy intersection that gets traffic noise
Not reasonable walking distance to downtown
No restaurant or bar on-site
Small pool
Breakfast not included in room rate for general guests
The Best Western Plus Inn at the Vines is a mid-range Napa hotel with more updated decor than one might expect from the chain. Its 69 large rooms have vine-patterned carpets, work desks, microwaves, and coffeemakers. There's an outdoor pool and hot tub, but both are small, and there's neither a restaurant or a bar here (however, breakfast is included for rewards members at the Denny's next door). Its location, at a major intersection, may dampen the wine-country romance, but the rates make it a good-value choice. Those looking for a spot that's walking distance to downtown Napa attractions may consider spending a little more for a stay at the Best Western Plus Elm House Inn.
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Scene
Updated motor inn with dated exteriors but pleasant, modernized interiors
Built in the mid-1980s, this three-story motel-style building has had major interior updates, but the exteriors remain dated, despite some trendy additions such as barn lights. Once inside, the lobby imparts a contemporary feel, with wood-laminate floors and an earth-toned color palate with light blue accents on high-backed furniture. Overall, the vibe reflects the hotel's generic, chain status, and it's not particularly charming by Napa standards, but it's a good value for business travelers and tourists wanting something reasonably priced.
Location
In an unattractive area off Highway 121, but convenient to downtown Napa and area wineries
The Best Western is located at a major intersection right off of Highway 121. It's adjacent to a Denny’s and surrounded by other fast-food and chain restaurants. Highway 29 -- which connects all the towns in the Valley -- is just a five-minute drive from the hotel. The famous Oxbow Market, where artisanal farm products and wines from around the region are sold, is also a five-minute drive away. The San Francisco Airport takes around two hours to reach by car, depending on traffic.
Rooms
Large rooms with work desks and microwaves; some with balconies
The guest rooms have large flat-screen TVs, microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. The decor has been updated with brown-and-cream vine-patterned carpets, but the furniture is comparatively staid, consisting of wood dressers and tables with brass-colored fittings typical to big chains. Work desks come with newer ergonomic roller chairs. Bathrooms have shower/tub combos, with separate vanities outside. King Rooms have over-sized armchairs with an ottoman, while Double Queens get a small table and chairs. Though rooms are well insulated from interior sounds, some rooms have balconies that get a lot of traffic noise.
Features
Courtyard with smal outdoor pool and tiny hot tub, basic fitness room, and business center
The hotel has a small outdoor pool and an even smaller hot tub in a courtyard area with a few tables and lounge chairs. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center with a printer and a small fitness room with several cardio machines and a weight training machine. Surprisingly, there's no restaurant or even a breakfast buffet here, though Best Western Rewards members can request vouchers for a free breakfast at the Denny's next door. The front desk also has some passes to free wine tastings, and there are some independent winery tours that depart from the hotel. Property-wide Wi-Fi and parking are free.
