This Nature-Filled Resort in California Is The Perfect City Escape - Hotels Above Par - Boutique Hotels & Travel
"A favorite retreat for tech executives, this five-star, nature-filled resort sits on 16 acres in Menlo Park with sweeping views of the Santa Cruz Mountains, abundant greenery, and an impressive art collection. Accommodations—about 120 rooms and suites—start at roughly 500 square feet and all feature balconies or terraces with mountain or garden views; select suites offer floor-to-ceiling windows, fireplaces, and vaulted ceilings, while interiors favor neutral, California-inspired tones that blend with the landscape. Dining highlights include Madera, an award-winning restaurant focused on fresh local ingredients and a wood-fired grill with a wine list of over 1,200 selections; lighter fare is available at the Pool Garden Terrace and during the property’s signature afternoon tea, and the Library & Bar provides a cozy indoor/outdoor spot for cocktails by the fire. Onsite amenities include a large outdoor pool and jacuzzi surrounded by olive trees, a 17,000-square-foot Sense Spa, fitness facilities, room service, luxury bath toiletries, and complimentary Wi‑Fi; bookings often come with perks such as potential upgrades, daily breakfast, and resort credit. Nearby activities range from horseback riding at Glenoaks Equestrian Center and hiking in the Santa Cruz Mountains to shopping at the open-air Stanford Shopping Center, and rooms typically start around $850 per night with San Francisco International Airport (SFO) as the closest major airport."
