The Meritage Resort And Spa Unveils $25 Million Reimagination

(MENAFN- PR Newswire) NAPA VALLEY, Calif., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
The Meritage Resort and Spa proudly unveils its $25 million renovation, presenting 322 transformed guest rooms alongside its existing luxurious 145 guest rooms and suites, now boasting a total of 467 modern, spacious guest accommodations. This extensive renovation also encompasses a new lobby and expanded bar area, refreshed ballrooms, pre-function and meeting rooms, an updated chic bowling lounge, a reimagined café and grab-and-go outlet, and added a premier steakhouse and a Champagne lounge. In the adjacent vineyard, a new chef's vegetable and herb garden, a dining terrace for al fresco dining in the vines, and a brand-new coop for the resident chickens have also been added.

New Reimagined Bedrooms at The Meritage Resort & Spa
Newly Reimagined Suites at The Meritage Resort & Spa

Inspired
by
the Mission-style
architecture
of
a
modern
vineyard, the
newly
redesigned
Meritage
Resort
& Spa
invites
you
to
experience
the
largest
Napa
Valley
resort
situated on
more than
36
sprawling acres, featuring
9
acres
of
active
vineyards.
Renowned
as
a
premier,
singular destination
for
everything Napa has to offer,
the
resort is proud to introduce guests to the next evolution of The Meritage experience: a gateway to the
best
of
California
Wine
Country
with
a
new
look
that
encompasses
and
reflects
the
heart
of
its locale.

"Recognizing
the
property's
heritage
as
an
iconic
community staple
in
Napa
Valley
over
the
last
two decades,
we
are
thrilled
to
usher
in
a
new
era
of
The
Meritage
with
a
fresh
vision
that
preserves
the
soul of
a
resort
that
people
know
and
love,"
said
Joe
Leinacker, managing
director
of
The
Meritage
Resort
and Spa.
"Our
goal
is
to
capture
the
spirit
of
the
vines
that
so
often
attract people
to
the
region
while redesigning
the
overall
resort
experience
to
appeal
to
the
discerning
traveler
with
a
passion
for
places that
provide
a
well-balanced
mix
of
natural beauty,
restfulness,
adventure
and
togetherness
to
draw them back time and again."

Offering
an
unparalleled
Napa
experience,
the
resort
is
currently
home
to
multiple on-site tasting
rooms,
a
locally
sourced
artisanal
market,
and
a
state-of-the-art
food and wine
center
all
housed
in
an eclectic
village
that
frames
the
Grand
Lawn.
The
campus
also
features
six
elevated
dining options,
a
six-lane chic
bowling
lounge,
two
relaxing pools
and
wellness centers,
and
the
22,000-square-foot
Spa
Terra,
nestled in
an
Estate
Cave
beneath the
property's
own
Trinitas
vineyard. With 80,000
combined
square
feet
of
venue
space,
ranging
from
the
region's largest
indoor
ballroom to
a hillside
vineyard deck,
as
well
as
rich
programming
and
a
schedule full
of
classes, concerts,
and
events, the resort
offers
a
sprawling
wine
country
playground
making
it
a
destination
in
itself.
Capping
off
a
series of
renovations
that
began
in
2022
with
the
redesign of
the
Meritage
and
Carneros Ballrooms,
the
most recent
updates
culminate
in
the
completion
of
reimagined
rooms at The
Meritage
Resort
and
Spa
for
a
new generation of travelers.

A New Look for Flagship Accommodations

Made possible by the Busch Family and Pacific Hospitality Group 's multi-million dollar investment the design of rooms and corridors, ballrooms and meeting rooms was spearheaded by leading hospitality design firm HBA San Francisco , while Hatch Design
re-imagined the look of the lobby
and
bar
and
the
talented,
in-house designer
Charlotte
Einar was the
creative lead of design for the other areas.
Together,
they
all
collaborated
to
give guests a
cohesive, harmonious experience inspired by the land on which the property is set and the rolling golden hills that surround it.

Designed to be elegant yet modern, the tone of the resort experience is first set when guests step into the new lobby. Outfitted with a classic grand piano and a towering double-sided fireplace centerpiece that is anchored to a beamed vaulted ceiling above, the living room-style entry features spacious seating surrounded by windows that flood the space with natural light. Nearby, guests pair their arrival with a welcome cocktail and bite at the now elevated and expanded chic new Commons Bar.

Beyond the lobby, a transformed adults-only pool and relaxing full-service casual dining amenity area awaits, complete with more lounge chair spaces and luxurious revamped private cabanas providing guests extra poolside pampering among the valley's beloved seasonal sunshine and stunning vineyard views.

The resort's flagship guestrooms have been reconceptualized into two distinct new products, both of which harness the destination's warmth and natural beauty creating a timeless design. Encompassing a full transformation of the original property's 322 rooms, the new guestrooms offer 157 Meritage rooms, which showcase elevated craftsmanship with touches inspired by a modern vineyard farmhouse aesthetic, while 165 new Bordeaux rooms give a nod to the property's original Mission-style architecture and design.

Combining neutral tones, luxurious linen, warm leather accents and plush furnishing, the Meritage rooms seamlessly blend sumptuous elements of comfort with an approachable softness. The accommodations are outfitted with new broadloom carpeting showcasing a modern basket weave pattern, luxurious Frette Linen bedding, refined drapery and bespoke furnishings, from built-in millwork and wingback chairs to custom decorative lighting and sleek patio furniture for a complete floor-to-ceiling remodel. Upon sliding open each room's rich barn-style bathroom door, guests will also find vanities with state-of-the-art touchscreen lighted mirrors, designer sconces and fixtures, as well as stone countertops with a full-height, designer-tiled splash.

The Bordeaux guestrooms are influenced by the region's agricultural history, bounty and grains, painting the spaces with a tonal color scheme, featuring finishes with an organic feel. Similar to their Meritage counterparts, the rooms are elevated with new carpeting, linens, stone-topped cabinetry, renovated bathrooms and furnishings, including new artwork, subtle geometric textured wall coverings and dark bronze and brushed brass touches to give depth and softness while maintaining a minimalistic, yet elegant and cozy design.

A New Age of World-Class Dining

• Ember:
  Rustic and warm like its namesake, the destination's newest premier steakhouse is inspired by the power of incredible dishes that 'kindle' connections between culinary savants and everyday food lovers alike. Chef Cary Roy ensures every detail exceeds expectations with carefully-curated menus featuring Double R-Ranch Ribeye, Tomahawk, and New York Strip cuts, as well as succulent Kurobuta Iberico Pork Chops paired with an array of wines and elixirs.
  
• Sora Napa: The newest addition to the property's Food & Wine Village, Sora provides wine lovers with yet another amazing tasting lounge option specifically dedicated to the art of bubbles, serving artisanal sparkling wines, champagnes, and cocktails through innovative flights. Named after the small waterbird native to Napa Valley, the setting of Sora is adorned with fun pops of vibrant colors that reflect the bright flavor profiles guests will taste throughout their experience. Sora is flirty and fun, immersive and eccentric, with no rules constraining the experience – making it an ideal spot to kick off a girls' weekend or toast to an epic day.
  
• Crush Lounge:
  The Meritage's onsite lounge and bowling venue is now sporting a sleek makeover, with an upscale look that makes it the perfect place for a night of lively fun. With moss and bronze tone pallet that complement its upholstery in rich mohair and leather, and sleek wood accents, the Lounge is sexy and contemporary creating an elevated space for play and gathering. Doubling as one of the only late-night lounges in the destination, Crush will continue to serve some of its most memorable eats and drinks, such as its over-the-top boozy milkshakes topped with whole slices of cake.
  
• Blend Cafe : The property's coffee bar and grab & go shop also received a refresh; Blend Cafe is now the coolest place on the property to grab a cup of joe on the go, enjoy a morning boost, have a midday snack or relax with tea in the evenings. Its design is focused with pebble and iron tones that contrast warm wood touches to bring some natural beauty to the space.

These fresh culinary experiences are rounded out by the property's existing concepts, including the favorite Italian-inspired farm-to-table restaurant, Olive & Hay; its gourmet market and deli, Fivetown Grocery; and three additional tasting rooms, including their signature winery Trinitas Cellars.

A New Way to Save

The $25 million renovation debut comes on the heels of the Meritage Collection's unveiling of its new Stay Golden
loyalty program, which includes The Meritage Resort & Spa along with other acclaimed properties in Kauai, Austin and Huntington Beach. The Stay Golden program, which is free to join, features two membership levels (18 KARAT and 24 KARAT), giving members exclusive access to discounts, amenities, and upgrades such as complimentary welcome beverages, spa enhancements, exclusive room upgrades, early event access and more.

To celebrate the inauguration of the renovated resort, The Meritage invites guests to book the limited-time "Discover Vineyard Elegance" package, which includes a $200 resort credit to enjoy the new expanded offerings found throughout the resort. Starting rates for the new Bordeaux and Meritage guest rooms begin at $379 per night.

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