"Don't judge a book by its cover!" would be the title of this event. I booked a last-minute massage…read moreon my birthday weekend while visiting Calistoga, and Ron was the only therapist who could fit me in. I'll admit, the location and circumstances had me feeling a little skeptical at first. My husband even stayed in the parking lot for the entire hour, just in case he needed to come rescue me! Ron is an older gentleman and was using a wheelchair to maneuver, but he was able to stand and massage as needed. I'm a lttle girl, but I love deep and hard tissue work. I need all the kinks worked out! Ron checked in with me and understood, "Don't treat me like a doll" assignment! Despite my initial hesitation about the setting, he was professional, respectful, and clearly skilled at what he does. And let me tell you, the massage was AMAZING! Ron has incredibly strong hands and really knows how to work out tension. He was also completely respectful of my preference not to make small talk. I just wanted to zone out, relax, and enjoy my birthday massage, and he let me do exactly that. I felt safe and comfortable, even dozed off a bit! Sometimes first impressions can be misleading, and I'm so glad I gave him a chance. This was genuinely one of the best massages I've ever had - hands down (pun intended!). I would absolutely visit Ron again! P.S. Totally loved all his plant babies outside the front door. It took a lot of self restraint not to take some cuttings.

I booked Mr Ron as a treat for my husband to get a massage, my Husband thoroughly enjoyed it. He…read morementioned Ron went above & beyond the hour which he truly appreciated. He left feeling relieved and pain free. We booked with him on a whim and he was very accommodating which we appreciated. Thank you !

Girls getaway and made reservations for an hour massage. Reservations give you access to their…read moremineral pools for up to 2 hours, before or after your treatment . The massage was wonderful, Mack was great. His technique, pressure and professionalism was outstanding. When you enter the lobby, you will be brought to the locker rooms and given a key for your locker. There are 2 restrooms and a shower. After locking up your belongings you will proceed to the waiting area where you will be greeted by your therapist. There are 2 pools in the family area and a jacuzzi. There is one adult pool, nextdoor. I would have loved to give this spa 5 stars, but the steam room was under construction and there isn't an entry from the spa to the pool area. The pools are in the center of the hotel property. Also disappointed that the spa robes don't have pockets.

Was an exquisite experience, feeling of pure comfort, luxury and relaxation. Definitely a treat…read moreworth the $$

When we arrived the staff was very friendly and helpful. They explained the different amenities,…read moreand how the soaking tub in our room worked and the usual check in/out process. We stayed in one of the soaking rooms and it was wonderful. We were provided with towels and salts to use specifically for the soaking tub. The tub was conveniently located in the main room with a view of the large screen TV which also could be pulled out from the wall and angled towards the tub and bed. We were a little confused about how the tv worked since it seemed that other guests were signed in to the streaming platforms, but that was likely user error. Perhaps a little note about logging in to streaming services next to the TV might be useful for others in the future. We were also able to access live channels. The room was clean, and had a microwave and mini fridge for our leftovers after eating out or for small grocery items from CalMart. The location is great and a short walk to downtown Calistoga. We were provided with robes at check in which were useful for the hot tubs and pools. There are two mineral water hot tubs of different temperatures and one large mineral pool for swimming. There are showers and changing rooms available in the pool area as well. They provided bicycles and helmets that we could take to ride during the desk hours. We would definitely stay here again.

I booked a trip to Calistoga with my family for a mini weekend vacation and spa trip. I really…read morewanted to swim in the natural mineral pool at the Golden Haven, so I booked a hotel suite for a night and spa reservations for the family. We arrived in Calistoga and checked into the hotel and spa. While a few of us checked in for our massages, my daughter and partner checked into our room. The massages were wonderful, we were very relaxed and went back to the room to change to swimwear. Note: The flavored waters near the spa are delicious, try them all. Our room was a really nice renovated King Suite, that also has a Queen bedroom attached. A little kitchen area, fridge sink and table, then the restroom area with added storage and seating. The pool is amazing, the water is so fresh and relaxing. The two hot tubs are heated to separate temperatures, it was just so nice to spend time going there. I found the early morning swim to be the best way to start my day. On my departure day, I decided to try a mud-bath treatment with my sister and although it was not my first time, I realized that mud baths are just not my thing. Staff was great, the spa was fantastic, hotel and pool were so relaxing. I would definitely book another weekend at the Golden Haven and recommend you treat yourself too.

Just finished my appointment with Marcos, and I'm almost speechless at how amazing it was... which…read moreis rare haha! Going in: I drive 3 hours a day, twice a week, and work on my computer a ton. On top of being pregnant, I was achey everywhere. My back, my glutes, my neck, shoulders, etc. My 90 min Prenatal Massage: Incredible. I read Marcos's reviews ahead of time, so I already knew I was going to be in good hands, but I didn't expect to be even more blown away!! It was almost like as soon as he touched one spot, he knew exactly how much work needed to be done there and how tense he was. Actually, Marcos knew where I was tense more than I did, and as he worked on the rough spots, I felt myself loosen up. He used a lot of techniques that I could tell took years to build up to know how to use. Also, Marcos had a lot of knowledge on how to give a pregnancy-safe massage which made me feel really grateful to be in safe hands. I feel like a new person after this massage. It made me sad when it ended. Marcos: He was so easy to work with, really easy to book online, and most importantly made me feel comfortable and we even laughed quite a bit throughout the massage. I respect his work so much, and he doesn't seem to get tired. He has many years of experience (since 1996) and you can feel it in your body! Location: really nice location in Calistoga, near Downtown Calistoga and Indian Springs. I cannot recommend Marcos enough. I wish I lived closer so I could come more often! Thank you Marcos!!! I'll find an excuse to come back.

This has to be one of the best massages I've ever had. I hold a lot of tension in my neck &…read moreshoulders. Marcos knew exactly what I needed. He worked on my upper body for the hour and I left feeling so relieved and pain free. Marcos is professional and friendly. My husband and I were visiting Castello Di Amorosa and this was close by so I booked last minute and Marcos was very accommodating. I wish I lived closer I would have definitely been a regular. He is phenomenal and knows exactly what his clients need. Thank you Marcos !

Fantastic massage tucked away in a suite behind other businesses. My husband and I did back to back…read moreappointments and we were both impressed with the professionalism and quality of our massages. I prefer deep tissue and he prefers medium pressure and she delivered for both types. It is also hard to find a masseuse that can do good knee massages and she does. A++ and reasonably priced too.

I based my descision on goinh here entirely on yhe reviews listed. What a mistake. NOW i take these…read morereview sites with ALOT less integerity. Half.of you people dont.know what your.talking about, and /or.never been out of the house before. Maybe if it was your first massage you would tbink this was a good idea. But you should state this! While o. The other hand i have had over 150 hrs training in the field and have had massages worldwide. While the price is very value orientation, the pressure was good and a pleasant setting. Dedinatley no frills. Which was fine and a great alturnative to indian springs. But the overall massage lacked technique, experience and detail. Alot of credit for good effort....just dont expect too much.

This was my first stay and I booked my next stay within hours of checking out. That is how…read morewonderful my stay was! We stayed in room 112 on the ground floor overlooking the bar. I was worried at first since many reviews complained about the noise from the bar next door. Yes, you can hear the music but if you have the tv on, you can barely hear it. The music ends around 1030pm. The rooms were clean and the beds very comfortable. Each room has a mini fridge, hair dryer and extra linens. The breakfast breads, fruit and coffee were a lovely way to start our day. The staff are amazing! From the front desk to housekeeping to the spa therapists, they were friendly, professional and made us feel welcome. We got massages, a Brazilian sugar scrub and a private sound bath and each service was incredible. Shout out to Dylan and Kelssea! The 24 hour geothermal hot tub and heated pool were heaven in the winter. We liked that the outdoor space was set back from the hotel so none of the noise carried into the rooms. There's lots of lounge chairs and a bar that I think is only open during the summer. Other guests said you could watch the summer outdoor movies at the bar next door from the pool! Street parking was easy and safe, and you can walk to restaurants, boutique shops and other resorts. Not having to drive anywhere once we arrived was a huge plus. And there's a grocery store on the same block. My only concern during our stay was the step up to the shower which was also tiled. There aren't any grab bars which made me nervous. There are ADA rooms so definitely book those if a step-up shower is a concern. Overall, I am obsessed with this hotel and can't wait to come back.

This is a boutique hotel with 33 rooms (I believe) and a few cottages. The main building is a…read more2-story, registered historical landmark. The hotel is over 100 years old and it's maturity is part of its charm. There was some work being performed in a guestroom on the 2nd floor but they worked on it for short periods every day. Love the strategy. There is no insulation on guestroom doors so it's easy to hear conversations and heavy slamming doors. There is no elevator so the 2nd floor doesn't appear to be Accessible. There are rooms on the 1st level however. The jacuzzi was wonderful and hot Tuesday morning but lukewarm on Thursday morning. Front desk staff state every now and then a guest inadvertently turns it off, and did so Wednesday night by pressing the Emergency button (instead of the timer for the jets). Bummer. It took hours for it to reheat. Maybe a sign for the jets could discourage that from happening again. Check In & Staff: Male staff were friendly and helpful - especially Manny!! The hotel does have a luggage cart but it won't help those staying on the 2nd floor since there is no elevator. However 2 of the guys volunteered to follow me outside to the car to retrieve my luggage. Soooo much appreciated! They not only carried them upstairs to my room but came back to carry them again when I relocated to a different room. They wouldn't even except a tip! Thanks guys! My heros. Other staff: The female staff at the front desk wasn't as friendly but maybe she had an off couple days. No eye contact, acknowledgement, or smile. She did engage however when spoken to. All other staff - housekeeping (especially), maintenance, painters, etc., were genuinely friendly and helpful. It made my stay relaxing which was much needed! Thanks again. Breakfast: Staff prepare a daily breakfast tray that's delivered to each room at your preferred time. Breakfast consisted of FRESH and DELICIOUS breads, lemon cake, a tangerine, and a warm pot of mild-blend coffee. Room: Towels were fluffy, soft, good-smelling, and appeared new! The linen and robes were fresh and clean. The room was well furnished and the environment inviting. The bed was on the firm side but was very comfortable. I had to remember not to sit on the edge too long though because the ribbing on the edge of the mattress hurt. There was no bottled water in the room but there was a carafe to be filled with ice/water at the Hydration Station located on the 1st floor. It would have been nice to have a Station upstairs too or bottles of water for upstairs guests. Having a mini fridge and safe in the room was a nice touch. A microwave somewhere for guests (use) would have been nice for reheating leftovers. Window screens would have been nice to enjoy fresh air in the room without bugs. Bathtub stopper should probably be replaced because it was old, discolored, and soiled. Bathroom walls could use a little touch-up paint but none of those issues were big deal breakers for me. The things that could have definitely been better in the room were the loud bathroom fan (and the inability to turn it off independently from the light switch) and the hum from the mini fridge. The fridge clicks on/off 24/7, and at night when its quiet the hum is annoying. Glad I brought adapters for electronics since there are standard electrical outlets only, and no place to plug in USB cords. Check Out: Payment for your room is deducted from your credit card at the beginning of your stay when you check in. To check out you can drop your room keys in the box at the front desk. I chose to wait (10 minutes) for staff to return to the desk for a receipt. Value: I didn't visit the hotel spa this visit. However even with the Spring Special the hotel seems a bit overpriced, and without the spa is probably closer to a 3-star hotel. Caveat though is that everything in Calistoga appears to be overpriced - after all it's a resort town. Love the peace and tranquility though. Overall a really nice stay and I definitely recommend.

Dr. Wilkinson's is such a unique, restorative escape in Calistoga--quirky, cool, and exactly the…read morekind of place that lets you leave the hustle and grind of the city behind. It has the best kind of retro, therapeutic Scooby-Doo vibes: charming, relaxing, and full of personality. A special shoutout to Jose at the front desk, who was extraordinary from start to finish. We called while we were on our way, and he gave us genuinely great customer service over the phone. When we arrived, we had the pleasure of being welcomed by Jose in person, and it was one of the best hotel-front-desk interactions I've had. He is a fantastic ambassador for this one-of-a-kind hotel. We loved the mineral baths, the holistic rooms, and the freshly made wellness drinks from the bar. Dr. Wilkinson's feels like a perfect wellness getaway with character--not overly polished or generic, but warm, memorable, and rejuvenating. We'll definitely be back again soon!

We chose this location to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We mostly wanted to enjoy a peaceful…read moreweekend without kids and the three mineral pools on site. We arrived before check in time (which is 4:00). Upon arrival, they informed us that our room wasn't ready yet but we could use the pools until it was. We went ahead and were immediately impressed with all 3 pools. When we hadn't heard back by 3:45, I went back to the front desk and they checked us in. We stayed for 2 nights. Here are my pros and cons from our visit: Pros: Grounds: the grounds are nice and well kept. Pools: All three pools were clean and exactly as advertised online. The chaise lounges/seating near the pool offered ample lounging space and shade. The adult only area had a lush garden and cozy seating. They have a few pool noodles on hand but I recommend bringing your own if you enjoy using one. Staff/service: Excellent ! When we arrived and checked in, we were greeted with warmth and welcoming. I'd say that there was not one unfriendly staff member. I have to mention that Chris, in particular, was very attentive and accommodating to us and all other guests we saw interact with him. Much appreciated, especially as all Calistoga lost power which slightly displaced our plans for a few hours. Room: As soon as we walked in you could smell how clean it was. We had a courtyard view King room. We appreciated all of the special touches including the cute, retro mini fridge, the oil diffuser, and the extra large bath towels. The bed was very comfortable as well. Food/drinks: It makes it extra special to be able to order food/drinks to be delivered to you poolside. We loved that! We had two breakfasts. My favorite was the breakfast sandwich with bacon. We loved the cocktails, too. Cons: Construction noise: Indian Springs is expanding their resort which means, eventually, they will be directly across the street. The construction noise was a bit alarming when we were vacationing and wanting to sleep in. Luckily I brought ear plugs so it didn't bother me too much. It didn't take away much from our trip and I'm hopeful it actually boosts this wonderful establishment in the future. Day use guests: this may be nitpicking but it upset me enough to mention it. My husband was using a chaise lounge with an umbrella next to it. A couple showed up and proceeded to take the umbrella from where he was seated and moving it to their spot. When my husband explained that he was using it, they replied that they had "paid for it" and continued to move it away from our spot. They ended up being moved to another "reserved" spot and they did the same thing to another couple. The lack of social etiquette was unfortunate. Overall, we truly enjoyed our stay here and will return. *Another side note is that they are a dog friendly hotel (we have a dog but didn't bring him in this trip).

My husband and I did a mud bath and couples massage and loved it. Lots of great details and the…read morefacility felt clean. The mud bath room itself is older and not luxurious, but it's mud and less costly than other mud bath places. Their massages were incredible -- my husband and I both loved ours. We probably wouldn't come back for a mud bath since it's not our thing but was fun to try once. We would come back for a massage though.

After repeated attempts at booking on their website (no dear, it isn't operator error) and five…read moreminutes on hold using their phone system, I was able to leave a message following a outgoing that said they would call me back by tomorrow. I expressed my dismay in my message saying this kind of customer service would drive me to a competitor. Someone did call me back promptly and ragged me for being rude, saying her website was fine and saying she is doing the best she can under bad staffing circumstances. I did find out my date was unavailable and I could not redeem the gift certificate. Then when I said I would not apologize, but let's start again. She hung up on me. HUNG UP. I think we both need a relaxation treatment after that exchange.

Wow. Hands down best massage I have ever had in Calistoga!!! Jamey is attentive, highly skilled and…read morehas the hands of an angel! Forget all those "high end" places. If you want a truly refreshing and healing massage this is your place. I cannot even put into words how skilled and professional Jamey is! Thank you and see ya again soon!!

A lovely, welcoming practice and amazing skill. I highly recommend Jamey and Calistoga Bodyworks!read more

What can I say what hasn't been said about this place? Probably not much!…read more I came for a solo spa day on a week day, so everything was quite calm. I had booked the day pool pass with my mud bath and facial and looking back, I am super glad I did. While you have access to the buddha pond area before and after your treatments, it is not possible to actually swim there. It's more for relaxation. The mineral water pool is gorgeous. Reminds me of some East Coast resort from way back. One big pool surrounded by lounge chairs. I wasn't aware that the water would be WARM. What a wonderful surprise! There were no more than 10 people at the pool when I was there, so it was so, so relaxing. Children are allowed, but there is also another area with a smaller pool that is adults only. You can order food and drinks pool side and I chose to do exactly that. Had a healthy buddha bowl for lunch and a soda. Once the time for my first service had arrived, I was thoroughly relaxed and ready to get pampered. The facial was ok, nothing to fancy. The mud bath was something else though. Would do that again in a heart beat. It's all a bit rustic, but the ladies who work there are so sweet and the warm mud is so relaxing. You only stay in the mud for 15 minutes or so. Then off you go to shower and heat up even more in the sauna. Afterwards, there is a nice relaxing mineral bath in a clawfoot tub and a nap in a separate pod. And lots and lots of lemon and cucumber water! I opted to relax a bit by the buddha pond afterwards, but changed back to the big pool quickly after I was eaten alive by some very aggressive ants.

When we checked into Indian Springs Resort & Spa, one of our pieces of luggage was mistakenly…read moredelivered to the wrong room by the hotel staff. When we reported the missing luggage, the reception staff initially denied having it and suggested that the taxi may have taken or misplaced it. Unfortunately, the hotel provided very little assistance in resolving the issue. My wife's AirPods were inside the luggage, and we were eventually able to use Find My to trace the luggage to another room on the property. Despite this, we were unable to get meaningful assistance from reception and ultimately had to contact the Calistoga Police Department for help. After nearly an hour and a half, we finally recovered our luggage while police officers were present at the property. What made the situation particularly frustrating was that the luggage had been delivered to the wrong room by the hotel staff in the first place. Overall, this was a very disappointing experience, particularly because the initial response from the hotel was to deny responsibility and blame the taxi rather than actively helping us locate our luggage.