Calistoga Motor Lodge and Spa

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Joie De Vivre
7.9 (539 reviews)
1880 Lincoln Ave , Calistoga , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great location
Nice pools
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High prices
Room maintenance problems

Categories

Cleanliness
6.65
There were cleanliness issues noted, such as trash in front of the room and dirt on the furniture.
Service
9.15
The employees were helpful, and Jessica was particularly noted for her politeness.
Location
9.15
The location is prime, walkable to town and close to hiking trails.
Room Quality
7.15
Issues were noted with the room, such as warped flooring and maintenance problems.
Amenities
8.15
Amenities like pool areas and pet-friendly policies were recognized, though issues were raised about the cleanliness and upkeep.
Value for Money
6.65
The price seemed high given the cleanliness and service issues experienced.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Quality food was noted in the restaurant, although breakfast options were lacking.
Overall Experience
7.65
Mixed feelings overall; while some enjoyed the stay, significant issues impacted the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:28

Property Description

Hot Spring Mineral Water Pools
Indulge in relaxation with not one, but two on-site hot spring mineral water pools. Let the soothing waters melt your stress away at Calistoga Motor Lodge & Spa.

Retro-Modern Rooms
Experience a blend of nostalgia and modern comfort in our retro-modern rooms. Enjoy amenities like free WiFi, flat-screen TV, and gourmet coffee machine for a cozy stay.

Convenient Location
Located just 8 minutes' walk from downtown Calistoga, explore local attractions, museums, and galleries with ease. Venture out to Napa, only 40 minutes away, for a taste of world-renowned wines.

Book now for a rejuvenating getaway at Calistoga Motor Lodge & Spa, part of JdV by Hyatt.

Important information:

Guest arriving after 23:00hrs must contact hotel prior to arrival.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: OAK

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 539 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.15
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 6.65
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 7.65
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jimcB9385US • NONE
2
unpleasant stay
Pros:

Part of the inn is new and updated, but part of it is essentially a run down motel. The rooms have paper-thin walls, old plumbing, and a lack of practical, necessary features (it did have a hula hoop and stuffed animal aardvark on the wall - cute, but doesn't make the room a better place to stay). the lot around the motel has a crumbling parking lot with two large storage containers, unkempt, overgrown landscaping, and an apartment building looming over it. It is really ugly and unwelcoming. all for $300 a night. I should have just left and demanded a refund.

2026-01-03 • via Tripadvisor
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Leanna246 • NONE
4
Please do better, Calistoga MotorLodge!
Pros:

I had previously stayed at the Calistoga MotorLodge and loved my experiences. For this trip, we reserved the Retro Classic King Studio, as we were bringing our toddler and needed the extra space. Upon arrival, the pack 'n play that was told to us would be in our room was not. When I tried to call the front desk, I realized the phone wasn't working and had to call from my cell phone. In viewing the room, we noticed the flooring was warped and coming off the floor. Additionally, there were no ice bags in the room, and water had been left in the kettle; we didn't know how long it had been sitting there. It was an incredibly disappointing experience, and I hope that MotorLodge fixes this before future guests stay in that room or part of the resort.

2025-12-13 • via Tripadvisor
7
758eveq • NONE
10
Location. Location. Location.
Pros:

The Calistoga Motor Lodge's location is prime! It's walkable to town with great restaurants and shops and lose to a wonderful hiking trail across the street. The staff is always friendly and hopeful. We've been to the Motor Lodge many times and will go again.

2025-11-30 • via Tripadvisor
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Colleen • couple • us
8
Nice, clean stay
Pros:

Pet friendly

2025-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Jay • family_with_children • us
7
2025-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • gb
8
2025-10-14 • via Nuitee
9
95arshakk • Family
10
Very rejuvenating.
Pros:

The employees at the property are all very helpful. We have now called Jessica multiple times to ask questions about the lodge. She has been very polite and helpful in answering all the questions. The stay was wonderful. We came back a second time in two months. Due to the two pools the adults pool and the kids pool areas nicely separated.

2025-10-13 • via Tripadvisor
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Kristina • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The pool and landscape, hiking trail near by

Cons:

The price high

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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victoria • family
10
Pros:

My day at the motor Lodge was absolutely wonderful. I travel a lot and this has to be one of my favorite vacations ever I will definitely be back.

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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margaret • extended_group • us
6
We had fun, but could have been cleaner…
Pros:

Location and pools. People were great and bike rental.

Cons:

Dirty, a trash bag filled with trash in front of our room for almost the whole time we were there. Black dirt on the furniture in front of our room. Until I complained no one even did anything. Then the night manager cleaned it himself.

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • gb
7
A lovely hotel with lovely decor but a few snags and issues which I wouldn’t expect for the price we paid
Pros:

Beautiful location, lovely design in central areas of the hotel and in premier rooms.
Good quality food in restaurant for extra cost.
Nice free yoga session on Sunday morning.
Glass of rose on arrival.

Cons:

Very loud noise from adjoining room. The adjoining door to another room (with other random guests) allowed all noise through. No fault of the next door guests but we couldn’t sleep for hours just because they were in their room talking.
Area around the adult pool smelled of strong cheese or sewage alternately. Awkward fence between adult pool and hot tub (which is billed as over 18s only but there were small children in there when we went in)
No breakfast included option.
Would assume it would have a smartTV for the price.
And finally the room wasn’t ready when we arrived for check-in (after check-in time) and on our departure day we were knocked on by housekeeping at 9:30 to remind us to check out(?) felt rude and rushed. A very expensive stay for this kind of service and these issues.

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Z9735JWjulieh • Couples
6
Overpriced for what you get
Pros:

All 3 stars just for the fact that they have a decent adults only pool. I appreciate having space without kids around but I do think the whole setup should be swapped with the the 3 actual mineral pools (which are closer to the bar) be the adults only area and the back shallow non mineral pool be where kids are allowed. So much potential here but misses the mark. Another spot I want to like but as a childless traveler in my 40s, I hate paying premiums for places that cater to be a “spa” and then have kids screaming in the pool.

I understand the hotel is catering to their customers and it is not a comment on their service specifically, I just wish there were more in the market for true child free traveling that isn’t always clothing optional or a party vibe.

Other than that, the middle score is only because the room was really really shabby with one of the worst hotel bathrooms

Very cramped space and the shower got water absolutely everywhere in the bathroom. There is no counter space or drawers to put your stuff and then the door opens inward to make everything even more awkward.

Stained chairs in the rooms and scratches on the furniture in the rooms. Super creaky loud wood floor. Decent comfortable bed with clean bedding but overall, the room felt like motel quality, not relaxing spa vibe. I think this price would only be worth it if it was a truly luxurious experience, which is is not.

I live in the Bay Area and would probably try it again if I can score a different room at a reasonable rate but the one we had was yuck.

2025-10-05 • via Tripadvisor
• family_with_children • us
9
2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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yuval • couple • us
4
Pros:

The pool was nice

Cons:

It is not a spa hotel it is for families

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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jennefer • extended_group • us
8
Nice.
Pros:

Loved everything except the restaurant needs alot of work. Service EXTREMELY slow even for coffee. Food menu items not very tasty. Chose your place because there was restaurant on site, so bummed about that.

Cons:

Everything about restaurant. See above.

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Leonard • couple • us
9
2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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John
10
Early close
Pros:

Great town, great location, great people.
Shame the bar shuts at 9pm
Had a wonderful time though.

2025-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Mira
4
Pros:

Not ready for 4pm check-in. Facilities fair. Double queen room very small.

2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Sefa
10
Pros:

On-site spa, bikes available to ride to town and wineries, soaking in the mineral pools until late… perfect for a relaxing getaway.

2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
• extended_group • ca
9
2025-09-11 • via Nuitee