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Auberge du Soleil is a Relais & Châteaux boutique hotel in Rutherford, California, set within olive groves overlooking Napa Valley's vineyards. Created by French restaurateur Claude Rouas and his partner Robert Harmon, it combines Provence-inspired design with contemporary luxury accommodations, Mediterranean dining, and a dedicated spa program centered on wine country wellness.
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Auberge du Soleil occupies a secluded hillside location in Rutherford, in Napa County, California. The property is set within an olive grove reminiscent of Provence, with views across the valley's vineyards. The maisons—individual accommodations with private terraces—are arranged to frame the surrounding landscape, creating isolation from the main road while remaining accessible to Napa Valley's wine estates and restaurants.
The hotel offers 50 rooms, suites and villas, each with custom furnishings and fireplaces. Room types range from Classic Garden View and Classic Hillside View options to Deluxe configurations with varying exposures—Garden Room, Hillside View Room, Valley View Room, and Private Garden Room. Two-bedroom suites include the Classic Hillside View Suite, Classic Valley View Suite, Deluxe Hillside View Suite, Deluxe Valley View Suite, and the Private Garden Suite. All accommodations feature a balcony or terrace and are 48 square meters (517 square feet) or larger, with most configured as king bed rooms and some offering queen bed options.
The hotel's restaurant features Mediterranean-inspired cuisine using seasonal ingredients from the region. Guests have access to a 15,000-bottle wine cellar stocked with domestic and international selections. The property maintains a dedicated wine director and sommelier to advise on wine selection. The terrace offers al-fresco dining with vineyard views, and a concierge arranges customized wine tasting tours in the surrounding wine country.
The spa incorporates natural ingredients indigenous to Northern California into customized treatments, with soaking pools and steam rooms. The property features heated outdoor swimming pools, a 24-hour fitness center with cardio and weight training equipment, a private yoga pavilion, hot tub, sauna, hammam, and solarium. An outdoor sculpture garden and secluded picnic areas are available to guests. Tennis courts are on-site, and activities including group cooking classes, oenology courses, and wine tastings are offered. Nearby activities include 9-hole and 18-hole golf courses, jogging trails, hiking, horse riding, fishing, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, mountain biking, and hot-air ballooning.
Auberge du Soleil draws wine enthusiasts, couples seeking romantic retreat, and travelers interested in wine country culinary experiences. The spa and wellness program appeals to guests seeking relaxation and wellness-focused stays. The variety of on-site and nearby activities, combined with easy access to Napa Valley's wineries and tasting rooms, suits visitors prioritizing wine education and exploration. The property requires guests to be 18 years or older.
Editorial verification: Auberge du Soleil is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Auberge du Soleil is located in Rutherford, Napa County, California, in the heart of Napa Valley's wine region. The property sits on a hillside within an olive grove overlooking the surrounding vineyards.
Auberge du Soleil is a member of Relais & Châteaux, a collection of independent luxury hotels and restaurants.
The hotel offers 50 rooms, suites and villas, ranging from Classic Garden View and Hillside View Rooms to Deluxe configurations and Private Garden Suites. Most rooms are 48 square meters or larger and feature a balcony or terrace and fireplace. Suites include larger layouts with 116 square meters of space.
The on-site restaurant features Mediterranean-inspired cuisine prepared with seasonal regional ingredients. The property has a 15,000-bottle wine cellar, and a dedicated wine director and sommelier guide wine selections. The concierge arranges customized wine tasting tours in Napa Valley.
The spa provides customized treatments using ingredients indigenous to Northern California, with soaking pools and steam rooms. The property includes heated outdoor pools, a 24-hour fitness center, private yoga pavilion, hot tub, sauna, hammam, and solarium.
On-site activities include group cooking classes, oenology courses, and wine tastings. Nearby options include 9-hole and 18-hole golf courses, hiking, horse riding, jogging, biking, mountain biking, fishing, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, and hot-air ballooning.
Auberge du Soleil is exclusively for guests 18 years of age and older. The heated outdoor pool is not specially secured for children.
Auberge du Soleil is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Auberge du Soleil is in Rutherford, United States. Address: Napa County, California, United States.
| Location | Rutherford, United States |
|---|---|
| Address | Napa County, California, United States |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Area guide | Napa County luxury hotels |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: relaischateaux.com/gb/hotel/auberge-du-soleil/
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