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The Ruse Healdsburg

4.8 (13 reviews)

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Spencer W.

What an absolute treat it was to stay here...my buddy and I did a stay n play where we played mayacama (amazing experience) and this was the hotel associated with it.....I did 0 research and had no expectations about what to expect, and I was absolutely blown away. This is no normal hotel, this feels like a resort stay. The staff was very friendly, informative, and insightful! My only complaint has nothing even to do with the Ruse, it was that our itinerary didn't give us enough time to enjoy our stay. We checked in late around 7pm, and left around 8am, but I wish we would've stayed all day! The complementary breakfast was DIVINE. I would give this place 10 stars if I could. Hoping to be back very soon!

Breakfast space overlooks patio and pool area
CT F.

Absolutely spectacular experience- meticulously maintained grounds, gorgeous rooms, pool, hot tub, pickleball ... above and beyond our expectations! And the staff couldn't be any friendlier. Breakfast was amazing in gorgeous contemporary room with floor to ceiling windows. WOW.

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Paul A.

Beautiful, relaxing atmosphere for a Healdsburg escape. Just 5min drive down from the main square but gives a secluded feel to rest and enjoy the facilities. Pickle ball, putting greens, bocce ball, and wonderful pool all on site. The breakfast is wonderful and included in the stay. What a wonderful discovery!

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The Ruse Healdsburg - hotels - Updated October 2026

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