One of the hidden secrets of Napa Valley is its naturally occurring mineral hot springs in Calistoga.
Powered by active volcanic activity, these mineral hot springs are heated by the earth and infused with skin-loving ingredients like sulfur, calcium, and magnesium. Today, these healing waters are piped directly into the pools and spas of Calistoga, offering therapeutic benefits to skin, body and mind.
The best way to access these hot springs is to book an overnight stay or a spa service at one of Calistoga’s many resorts and spas. Most offer at least one pool that pipes in these mineral-rich waters, but many offer several pools at various temperatures, from cold plunge to piping hot.
Also, be sure to peruse these spa menus closely – most resorts and spas offer communal hot springs, while a few select locations offer private or in-room experiences for couples or small groups.
Insider Tip: before you settle in for a soak, we recommend checking out the Old Faithful Geyser, which erupts every 15-30 minutes just north of downtown Calistoga.
Calistoga Spa Hot Springs
Opened by famed Napa Valley entrepreneur Samuel Brannan, the hotel boasts four geothermal mineral pools, ranging in temperature from 80-104 degrees.
Calistoga Motor Lodge & Spa
The Moonacre Spa at this fun and funky property offers a fun twist on the traditional Calistoga hot springs experience.
Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs
Identifiable by its iconic sign on Calistoga’s Lincoln Road, the property recently underwent an extensive renovation and offers a wealth of unique spa offerings in addition to its mineral pools.
Golden Haven Hot Springs
This hotel offers eight spa rooms which feature an in-room, two-person spa tub that taps the same hot springs waters that can be found in the spa pools.
Indian Springs Calistoga
A charmingly updated version of the original 1861 spa, Indian Springs is the state’s oldest continuously operated mineral pool and spa venue.
Mount View Hotel & Spa
Dating from the 1920s, this charming venue also offers a full menu of spa services, including wraps, facials and scalp treatments, which perfectly compliment the geothermal hot springs.
Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort
This venue offers a full menu of unique treatments to compliment their hot springs pools, including Japanese Reiki.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences
One of Calistoga’s newest properties, Spa Talisa at the Four Seasons offers a menu of high-end spa treatments that pair beautifully with the area’s hot springs.
Solage Calistoga
One of Calistoga’s most elegant spas, Solage offers five different pools, from a cool plunge pool of 60-65 degrees to a jetted mineral pool heated to 102-104 degrees.
No matter where you choose to soak, Calistoga’s hot springs are the perfect place to rest, relax and reset.