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Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs, a Member of Design Hotels

4.0 star property

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Meeting facility
Meeting facility
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
$338
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12

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1507 Lincoln Ave, Calistoga, CA, 94515
  • Place, Calistoga Hot Springs
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Calistoga Visitors Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmer House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs, a Member of Design Hotels

4-star Calistoga hotel steps from Calistoga Hot Springs
Along with 2 outdoor pools, this smoke-free hotel has a full-service spa and an indoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a steam room are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs, a Member of Design Hotels offers 50 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and coffee/tea makers. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and smart speakers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a hot tub and a steam room.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a mud bath and a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.
Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs, a Member of Design Hotels features a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

4 meeting rooms are available. This hot springs hotel also offers a steam room, a picnic area, and pool umbrellas. Limited onsite parking is offered on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge), and a car charging station is available. A total renovation of this property was completed in September 2021.

Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs, a Member of Design Hotels is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs, a Member of Design Hotels has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 16 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Mud bath
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 10 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1952
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Renovated entire property - September 2021
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 34.50 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Parking

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 16 to 35 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Dr. Wilkinson's Hot Springs Resort Calistoga
Dr. Wilkinson's Hot Springs Calistoga
Dr. Wilkinson's Hot Springs
Dr Wilkinsons Hot Springs Hotel
Dr Wilkinsons Hot Springs Resort
Dr. Wilkinson`s Hot Springs Hotel Calistoga
Dr. Wilkinson's Hot Springs Resort
Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort Mineral Springs

Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 288 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Traveled with group
It was fine. Definite authentic old California style. Spa staff was lovely, facilities were institutional. The hotel staff were not overly friendly. The restaurant was mid. Everything very middle of the road an average, so I would say it overpriced for what it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dr. Wilkinson’s is the perfect getaway! The location couldn’t be better, right on the main street, with everything within walking distance and incredible wineries less than a 10 minute drive. The pools were relaxing and well-kept, and the staff was beyond friendly and welcoming, especially Jose and Sean who made our stay extra special. Everything you need is right on the grounds, including House of Better, which serves amazing food and fantastic drinks (highly recommend!). This spot really has it all - location, comfort, great amenities, and top-notch hospitality. A+ experience all around - I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Likes: -the vibe -the pools -the services -the amenities -water and ice accessibility (refill stations readily available!) -the food -malin + goetz amenities (use the lotion even if you hate lotion because it's great lotion) Me no likeys: -one of the pools was too cold to swim in -that we didn't stay longer -we didn't bring the kids and I felt guilty -robe was a little small for my husband Also, wished they had one of those spinners to put your bathing suit in to dry it out faster, but this is just a want not a need. Lovely stay! Can't wait to go back, this time with the kids!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun, relaxing hotel for weekend trip with friends

My friends and I really enjoyed our stay at Dr. Wilkinson's! The hotel is cute, mid-century millennial style, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. The pools were a highlight with three different pools are different temperatures. There were plenty of lounge chairs around the pool and you can order food and drinks from the restaurant to the pool area. They also have cruiser bikes that you can borrow for free and there's a trail right by the hotel. Recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

eric, Stamford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most wonderful, friendly and helpful staff. Rare to experience these days. Best food in Calistoga IMHO
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and the hotel has all the amenities you could want. Great access to Calistoga and the restaurant was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc, La Mesa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the vibe and the room was nice. The vibe around the hotel was healthy and chill. The bar has good drinks and the kitchen with outdoor seating is perfect for lounging in the sun. Our favorite part was the filtered water available in the lobby and the mineral bath soak pool and cold water bucket dump feature. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably-priced option right in cute Calistoga. The staff were exceptionally nice, especially Tammy at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun, outdoorsy place. Loved the mudslinger spa treatment!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajai

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful spa resort in Calistoga

Great spa and pools. Excellent breakfast/brunch. The rooms were spacious but could use with a little updating. But overall, our experience was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another Great Stay

Another great stay at Dr. Wilkinson’s. Great food at the restaurant and the staff, from the GM Jose, to Edgar at the front desk, and Shawn (the man who keeps the place physically running) are incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Spokane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Dr. Wilkenson’s. The hotel had retro charm with comfortable updated rooms & amenities. Staff was very friendly. Everything was clean. Pools were sparkling. Onsite restaurant, The House of Better, was good & convenient. I indulged in a mud bath & massage and both were wonderful. We can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay as usual

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gigi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We had such a relaxing time at Dr. Wilkinson’s. Whatever issues we did have, Rocchi and Jose were very quick to address and were consistently friendly and accommodating throughout our entire 3 night stay. Service at the spa was also top notch - Trina is incredibly experienced and really took care of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Oak Park

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. Great pools and room. Staff was nice and food was good too. Area is perfect for restaurants etc
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025