The World of Hospitality Issue 28 2018 | Page 68

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Hotel Yountville
History Steeped in romance and vintage charm , Hotel Yountville beckons guests to a wine country retreat inspired by the deep-rooted history of the Valley . Built around the oldest Heritage Oak Tree in The Valley , Hotel Yountville is a finely crafted experience offering friendly service and genuine comfort , with luxurious details tucked away in the quaint corners of the vintage yet decadent ambiance . Noble in nature and long living in tradition , the trees at Hotel Yountville are a part of the legacy that welcomes guests .
Operating on the grounds of the former Yountville Inn originally built in 1998 , Hotel Yountville offers 80 guestrooms . With an original farmhouse structure that pays homage to the legacy of the grounds ’ early owners , the property ’ s aesthetic stays true to its heritage in design details . The exterior foundation of the wine country influenced retreat is constructed of Napa river rocks , offering a distinct reminder of Yountville ’ s forgotten gems , like the Hopper Creek River that runs close by .
Anchored by the resilient roots of an original Heritage Valley Oak , some hundreds of years old , with the promise of new beginnings with every fallen acorn , Hotel Yountville presents Yountville heritage reimagined in a unique hotel experience of culture and comfort .
Heritage Oak The reimagined , signature restaurant of Hotel Yountville , Heritage Oak , is a must-experience classic American breakfast and lunch spot . The culinary team ’ s creative and seasonally conscious menu is based on a bounty of fresh produce and ingredients , featured in Chef Inti ’ s signature , fresh , homemade jams . Heritage Oak delivers in-room dining via a vintageinspired , three-wheel cruising bicycle with large basket delivering a neatly packed picnic basket of treats .
Utilizing the breathtaking outdoor pool area and promenade at Hotel Yountville , Heritage Oak services the area near an oversized fireplace and outside dining terrace shaded by a heritage oak tree . A refreshing poolside menu with light bites is available upon request .
At the heart of Hotel Yountville ’ s lobby is the Lobby Lounge , a comfortable gathering serving cocktails , appetizers and aperitifs . For guests looking to extend their evening , the Lobby Lounge offers an outdoor patio with inviting seating , a roaring fire , romantic candles and a soothing water feature .