"A family-owned Calistoga resort famed for its healing mineral spring waters, it offers two large spring-fed pools (one built in 1913 and open until 10 p.m.) and a spa specializing in mud baths, with private tubs available but communal floating in the warm main pool encouraged. The property has a range of 116 accommodations—from adults-only lodge rooms to modernized cottages—lies a short walk from downtown Calistoga, and features an on-site seasonal restaurant called Sam’s Social Club." - Matt Villano