MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa

We couldn’t have asked for a more stunning and magical location than MacArthur Place for our destination wedding in Sonoma, CA! ||||Not only is the venue beautiful, but the staff was exceptional. They were incredibly accommodating and worked closely with us, making sure every detail was handled with care. They were flexible, supportive, and truly invested in making our wedding day flawless. We couldn’t have done it without their hospitality.||||We also highly recommend working with Alyssa Bray-Events, who helped us bring our vision to life and made the entire process stress-free. They worked seamlessly with the venue to ensure every detail was perfect. In addition, Alicia Parks Photography was incredible at capturing the beauty of the venue and the joy of the day, creating memories we will cherish forever.||||If you're looking for a wedding venue in Sonoma with an amazing team behind it, MacArthur Place is absolutely the place. We are so grateful to have had our wedding here, and it was truly the best day of our lives!

We spent more to stay here and celebrate our 30th anniversary, and it was worth every penny. The rooms, grounds, and facilities are gorgeously designed and incredibly comfortable. The location, quiet and within walking distance of town, was ideal, and the food and drinks were delicious. This is the kind of place you could never leave and have an incredible getaway.

Very nice location & property. Large room with nice amenities. However, for 5 star / very expensive property I would've expected near perfection, but there were a few things off:||1) Mattress needs to be replaced (worn/soft on edge where people usually sit causing a ridge in the middle of the right-side sleeping surface)||2) Only 1 soap dispenser for 2 sinks||3) Only 1 soap dispenser for 2 showers||4) Heating flooring in bathroom was not working correctly and only warmed near the middle of the floor||5) Mini-bar pricing was nearly impossible to find - and note on top stating "complimentary snacks" was confusing as it was only for the 3 small items on the cabinet (chips, cookies, jerky).||6) Was warned there were weddings planned in the courtyard outside our room, but it would not impact us. However, upon attempting to return to our room after a day out to shower in prep for dinner reservations, we were kept from entering our room as the wedding was being videoed and they didn't want us walking thru the background. Not a big deal, but almost made us late for our dinner reservations.||7) Aircon controls were near entry door (away from main room) which caused the main room to get very cold as the temp sensor was much warmer than the main room.

We had an incredible stay at MacArthur Place in Sonoma, and it was made even better by how welcoming they were to our dog! From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to ensure we all felt at home, including our furry friend. The grounds are beautiful and perfect for a relaxing stroll. The room was spacious, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed, making it a great retreat after a day of exploring Sonoma. MacArthur Place truly knows how to create a luxurious and accommodating experience for both guests and their pets. We can't wait to return!

If you’re looking for a luxurious, peaceful, romantic getaway…look elsewhere. While the property and rooms are perfection, the staff (from check in, valet, restaurant, pool service) are pretty cold and overall seem miserable) then add constantly barking dogs in the rooms and screaming toddlers at the pool. Could have spent far less and stayed at a budget hotel. A shame because property is very pretty. Overall, great hotel for wealthy families and no one else.

MacArthur place was a beautiful, relaxing hotel and the perfect stay for us during our wedding week! The staff were accommodating, nice and friendly. Shoutout to Erica at the front desk who refrigerated my wedding cake for me! The rooms were spotless and beds were so comfortable. The vibe there is quiet/cozy luxury. We stayed in the magnolia cottage with the outdoor shower which was so lovely! The white rose bushes outside our porch were gorgeous. The food at Layla was also delicious. The service was great. The overall amenities were amazing, we loved the spa and had the best couples massage there. It’s also walking distance to downtown but the valet makes it easy to park and get your car if you want. They even charged my Tesla for me overnight and were so fast bringing our cars. Couldn’t recommend more!!

It pains me to write this review as the grounds are beautiful and the staff was A+. However, if you like getting a good night sleep this hotel isn’t for you. You are better off booking The Lodge or The Auberge. At this price point you expect the bed would be like sleeping on a cloud. The reality, bed was very old, hard as rock, caving in…basically like sleeping on a bag of rocks. Linens were scratchy and pillows have seen better days. So if you value sleep, look elsewhere.

Stop searching, look no further, and book this place. The accommodations were outstanding, rooms new and so nicely appointed- and SUPER CLEAN!!! You could walk all around the room and your the bottom of your socks stay white! The grounds were beautiful, the pool area so serene, the public spaces beautiful...The location was perfect, about a 10- 12 minute walk in to town. The staff was so nice and helpful and considerate, led by the manager Michael who was simply outstanding. He went out of his way to suggest things to do, and personally set us up with electric bikes and a map to tour the town, which was awesome. A great place to call home for a few days!

We couldn’t have asked for a more stunning and magical location than MacArthur Place for our destination wedding in Sonoma, CA! ||||Not only is the venue beautiful, but the staff was exceptional. They were incredibly accommodating and worked closely with us, making sure every detail was handled with care. They were flexible, supportive, and truly invested in making our wedding day flawless. We couldn’t have done it without their hospitality.||||We also highly recommend working with Alyssa Bray-Events, who helped us bring our vision to life and made the entire process stress-free. They worked seamlessly with the venue to ensure every detail was perfect. In addition, Alicia Parks Photography was incredible at capturing the beauty of the venue and the joy of the day, creating memories we will cherish forever.||||If you're looking for a wedding venue in Sonoma with an amazing team behind it, MacArthur Place is absolutely the place. We are so grateful to have had our wedding here, and it was truly the best day of our lives!

We spent more to stay here and celebrate our 30th anniversary, and it was worth every penny. The rooms, grounds, and facilities are gorgeously designed and incredibly comfortable. The location, quiet and within walking distance of town, was ideal, and the food and drinks were delicious. This is the kind of place you could never leave and have an incredible getaway.

Very nice location & property. Large room with nice amenities. However, for 5 star / very expensive property I would've expected near perfection, but there were a few things off:||1) Mattress needs to be replaced (worn/soft on edge where people usually sit causing a ridge in the middle of the right-side sleeping surface)||2) Only 1 soap dispenser for 2 sinks||3) Only 1 soap dispenser for 2 showers||4) Heating flooring in bathroom was not working correctly and only warmed near the middle of the floor||5) Mini-bar pricing was nearly impossible to find - and note on top stating "complimentary snacks" was confusing as it was only for the 3 small items on the cabinet (chips, cookies, jerky).||6) Was warned there were weddings planned in the courtyard outside our room, but it would not impact us. However, upon attempting to return to our room after a day out to shower in prep for dinner reservations, we were kept from entering our room as the wedding was being videoed and they didn't want us walking thru the background. Not a big deal, but almost made us late for our dinner reservations.||7) Aircon controls were near entry door (away from main room) which caused the main room to get very cold as the temp sensor was much warmer than the main room.

We had an incredible stay at MacArthur Place in Sonoma, and it was made even better by how welcoming they were to our dog! From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to ensure we all felt at home, including our furry friend. The grounds are beautiful and perfect for a relaxing stroll. The room was spacious, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed, making it a great retreat after a day of exploring Sonoma. MacArthur Place truly knows how to create a luxurious and accommodating experience for both guests and their pets. We can't wait to return!

If you’re looking for a luxurious, peaceful, romantic getaway…look elsewhere. While the property and rooms are perfection, the staff (from check in, valet, restaurant, pool service) are pretty cold and overall seem miserable) then add constantly barking dogs in the rooms and screaming toddlers at the pool. Could have spent far less and stayed at a budget hotel. A shame because property is very pretty. Overall, great hotel for wealthy families and no one else.

MacArthur place was a beautiful, relaxing hotel and the perfect stay for us during our wedding week! The staff were accommodating, nice and friendly. Shoutout to Erica at the front desk who refrigerated my wedding cake for me! The rooms were spotless and beds were so comfortable. The vibe there is quiet/cozy luxury. We stayed in the magnolia cottage with the outdoor shower which was so lovely! The white rose bushes outside our porch were gorgeous. The food at Layla was also delicious. The service was great. The overall amenities were amazing, we loved the spa and had the best couples massage there. It’s also walking distance to downtown but the valet makes it easy to park and get your car if you want. They even charged my Tesla for me overnight and were so fast bringing our cars. Couldn’t recommend more!!

It pains me to write this review as the grounds are beautiful and the staff was A+. However, if you like getting a good night sleep this hotel isn’t for you. You are better off booking The Lodge or The Auberge. At this price point you expect the bed would be like sleeping on a cloud. The reality, bed was very old, hard as rock, caving in…basically like sleeping on a bag of rocks. Linens were scratchy and pillows have seen better days. So if you value sleep, look elsewhere.

Stop searching, look no further, and book this place. The accommodations were outstanding, rooms new and so nicely appointed- and SUPER CLEAN!!! You could walk all around the room and your the bottom of your socks stay white! The grounds were beautiful, the pool area so serene, the public spaces beautiful...The location was perfect, about a 10- 12 minute walk in to town. The staff was so nice and helpful and considerate, led by the manager Michael who was simply outstanding. He went out of his way to suggest things to do, and personally set us up with electric bikes and a map to tour the town, which was awesome. A great place to call home for a few days!

If you are looking for peace this is the place. Everything was amazing. Dogs are welcome here and this made me happy. Suki had her own bed and food bowls. I didn't have to worry about her not being welcome. I even brought her with me for my foot massage, which was amazing. A peppermint foot massage by Kimberly is a must. She was super sweet and actually did wonders for my ankle that I had broke 3 months ago. My ankle was healed but still tight and swollen looking, all puffy. It's not all swollen anymore. The massage was exactly what I needed. The room was so nice and quiet. I got up in the middle of the night and discovered the bathroom floors were heated. We would for sure stay here again. The only disappointment was the restaurant wasn't open the night we were there.

I had the pleasure of staying here at MacArthur Place for the weekend while attending a Ferrari event at the Sonoma Raceway, and it's a spectacular and gorgeous hotel. We were welcomed at check in with a glass of champagne. On the way to our room in 'The Carriage House', we enjoyed seeing many cool art pieces, fountains, flowers, trees, fire pits (that were on and so welcoming), the pretty pool, and more. Our room was charming, spacious, luxurious and had nice perks such as plush bathrobes, snacks, slippers, a porch, coffee, tea, aluminum water bottles, and more. I simply love this hotel!

So, let me spill the tea on this company shindig we threw in one of those "coaches." Food? Honestly, a 10-year-old would throw a fit. The Chilean salmon was a major letdown - I'm a seafood importer, and I know my stuff. Premium salmon from Scotland, Norway, or even the Faroe Islands would've been the move. What did we get? Sad Chilean salmon with a side of fennel and some forgettable buttery barley or farro. Portions? Kid-sized. The salad was a snooze-fest - just romaine and radicchio. No cheese, no fruits, no life. Service was a horror show; not a single smile in sight. Now, the "package" included an open bar, shoutout to the cool Argentinian bartender. But, they rushed us to chug our wine and take it to the bar area - a big no-no apparently, even though it's the same hotel's wine. Go figure. We had to emergency-order charcuterie plates 'cause everyone was hangry. As a hotel, the miniature menu resembles running out of food for a party? Total nightmare. Step up your game, folks. Beautiful atmosphere, but the service and food experience or lack there of, made it ugly.

We were blown away by MacArthur Place. The hospitality was incredible. The staff was very helpful and friendly, the design and detail was next level, and the spa was a dream. Everything was clean and well maintained, the hotel also provided everything you could possibly need. We loved having the e-bikes available to us during our stay. You couldn't ask for a better place to stay in Sonoma. I look forward to my next trip.

We loved our stay overall at MacArthur Place. Greeted with only valet parking and an easy check-in. We were offered complimentary sparkling wine or sparkling water and also upgraded to a suite at check-in (part of Amex Fine Hotel & Resorts). This was our first time on the grounds so we were led to our room closer to the back called "Elm". We stayed on the second floor which I loved. Definite positives: - Our suite was absolutely beautiful. We had complimentary packaged snacks and more little treats of macarons, nuts, and dried fruit prepared for us on arrival. - One of the nicest bathrooms that I've stayed in with double shower heads and SO spacious! Love the modern design and lights. I just wanted to stay in the bathroom forever. - Concierge text line - so useful. They are able to make reservations for you at Layla anytime. Someone even brought us pillows at near midnight with just a text! -Valet is excellent with grabbing your car super quickly - it was always ready for us by the time we got to the front. Some areas of improvement: - It would be nicer if you had a shower control for each of the shower heads rather than just 1 control for both because you always have to turn on both shower heads even if just one person is showering. In this day and age where California water is so precious, it's unfortunate that you can't control each shower head individually! I am surprised. - We asked for firm pillows and wow, they were NOT firm at all!!! Pillows are way too squishy and soft for our asking. - Layla - the only restaurant here. Unfortunately the food was mediocre for the most part and simply not good enough to justify the price. See my separate review for Layla where I go into more detail but bottom line: Layla is probably the reason why we would not return to MacArthur Place which is unfortunate.

As much as it pains me to say it, our trip wasn't up to par this time around. Though I love this hotel - There were a lot of staff communication issues that poorly impacted our trip. We checked in Thursday - Sunday and were not told there would be a wedding ceremony right outside our front door, so we were stuck in our room for a good hour and a half. It was awkward! We were also over-charged for our room and are still working on getting a refund. We also notated we were returning to the hotel to celebrate our anniversary staying there the year before and there was no celebration/ card etc. like the year prior. Though these things really don't matter at the end of the day, it makes a big difference with the guest experience. Not sure why there was such a drastic difference in customer service from 2023 to 2024, but just wanted to provide the feedback!

Wow, where to even begin? We stayed here for my birthday weekend this year and had a wonderful time. Excellent grounds, amenities, and staff. This was a great choice for a birthday celebration - the staff were so gracious and gave us a complimentary bottle of Mumm, waters, snacks, and a handwritten birthday card at check-in. We checked in after two back-to-back wine tastings. Parched, barely able to see straight, and dangerously hangry, I was thankful for their quick and delicious room service. Espresso martinis and French fries were on the nightstand in under twenty minutes, all without needing to leave the bed or pausing Beetlejuice. The perfect birthday. Room service was bomb but the on-site dining options were fantastic as well. We had brunch at Layla and drinks from the bar and really enjoyed both. The hotel itself is gorgeous. Everything on the grounds was beautiful. Historical grounds, but everything is newly remodeled. Amenities galore - nice pool and hot tub, valet parking, and e-bikes to take to town square. The early October weather in Sonoma was perfect for long bike rides. Cozy offerings all around - comfy slippers and robes, plush pillows and duvet, and a Fellow kettle for tea. This place manages to somehow feel ultra luxurious, yet intimate and cozy all at the same time. I had a truly wonderful experience. It's now months later and I'm still dreaming about it. I can't wait to go back. Highly recommend!

If you're looking for a luxurious, peaceful, romantic getaway...look elsewhere. While the property and rooms are perfection, the staff (from check in, valet, restaurant, pool service) are pretty cold and overall seem miserable) then add constantly barking dogs in the rooms and screaming toddlers at the pool. Could have spent far less and stayed at a budget hotel. A shame because property is very pretty. Overall, great hotel for wealthy families and no one else.

From check in to check out, they made our anniversary stay so special. I only wish we had more time to enjoy it longer! We had breakfast in Layla, which was delicious and a massage in the spa, which was so relaxing. The room itself was beautiful. I would definitely return!

Hotel grounds and room were beautiful. Room service breakfast on Saturday was delicious and valet men were great. Unfortunately the main "weekend staff" needs a lesson in hospitality. We went to Layla for lunch on Sunday and were told that if we didn't have a reservation, they couldn't seat us; they were too busy. We were directed to the bar where we could order from the same menu. A lovely young woman took our order and then (we presume) went to lunch. The person who delivered our food, asked if we wanted salt and pepper. Although we said yes, we never got it, nor did anyone come by to check if our food was ok, one order was wrong or offer to refill our waters. I got up and got my own water. The bartender finally brought our bill, but didn't print the second page so I had to ask for the paper so we could charge it to our room. As we left the restaurant, I stopped by the front desk to ask if it was standard that you needed to make a reservation when eating on the property and if we'd need to plan our meal time for Monday. The woman at the front desk responded with, "We're very busy with the holiday. If you want to know the answer then you should walk back over to the hostess and ask her." My response, "Wow. Nevermind, we'll go elsewhere for breakfast tomorrow." And yes, her response was "Ok." We will be looking for an Auberge Resort next time we go to Sonoma. MacArthur Place you missed the mark.

A year ago, my husband and I visited MacArthur to scout as a potential wedding venue and fell in love with the crisp white buildings bordered by black accents. The landscaping around the property was truly beautiful. We had a really good impression just from entering the front lobby to meet our wedding representative for our appointment. Ultimately, the wedding lawn was not private/secluded enough from hotel guests for us to move forward with the venue, but I knew I wanted to come back and stay as a guest. And so we ended up booking our stay at MacArthur for our minimoon! I will say after having a rough hotel experience with our last wedding hotel we had come from, MacArthur definitely made up for it in terms of hospitality. The front desk attendant was super polite, and the complimentary valet was nice to have. The man showing us to our room made friendly talk and even the landscapers around the property are kind and greet you. Our room was one of the nicest rooms we ever stayed in and we were just amazed at all the little things they have to add onto your experience. We got s'mores for the firepit, there were macaroons and a sweet card in our room. There were slippers, and a fire log and we were delivered more towels and a eye mask. By far the most impeccable hospitality I have ever experienced. Also we booked a spa day the next day and they had these little custard cookies I just could not get enough of, they were so delicious! I am so glad I finally got to experience a stay here and we have truly enjoyed ourselves.

We had a pleasant stay here. Their texting service is really convenient, and the location is close to the town center. Rooms were clean and well-appointed. Loved the comfy slippers! Everyone at the front desk was very nice. The valet team is awesome and super friendly. Housekeeping was patient and attentive.

I really enjoyed my stay here. The staff was more than accommodative and the rooms were perfect, all creating a fantastic weekend. One downside: the high school football field is almost adjacent to the MacArthur Place Hotel. While I expected that there might be noise if a team was playing, I was extremely surprised and disappointed by the loud music being blasted to empty stands from the school's PA system at 10am this morning (Saturday). From my conversations with staff, it seems like this is a recurring issue, as the managers of the high school field seem to be disconnected from the peace of the hotel and neighborhood. .

Hands down the best spot. The service is amazing. It's so gorgeous, I loved all the buildings and aesthetics. We stayed for an anniversary and we are getting married there next September! Cannot wait!

Stayed at MacArthur last month as it was our second time in Napa. This place is absolutely beautiful! I am big on reviews and decided to try them. Everyone was so accommodating and polite. Our room was clean and super spacious with our balcony for morning coffee and fire pit at night. I can't say much about the Layla because I had gone wine tasting prior to arriving there and was not feeling all that well lol (-_-) my husband did really enjoy the food though. Michael, our server, was absolutely amazing. Hoping to return next summer for our wedding/vowel renewal as there grounds are so pretty and perfect for what we are searching for! Don't miss out, book your stay.

Stayed at the MacArthur Place Hotel for a Sonoma getaway. The hotel grounds are beautiful, though there is some construction going on for their pool renovation. The valets and front desk were friendly and welcoming. The room itself was spacious with nice amenities like snacks and coffee/tea. We enjoyed sitting by the fire pits and eating breakfast at their restaurant, Layla. Only minor issue with the room was that there were some ants, though it wasn't enough to bother us significantly. Overall, conveniently located and a good stay.

Beautiful, romantic, relaxing and right in the heart of wine country's best Sonoma. Walking distance to an adorable down town with coffee shops and great shopping. A must getaway for sure

In a few words, Excellence in Hospitality!! From the welcoming stylish lobby, to the bar, to Layla restaurant, to the modern yet California Organic room decor, to the Spa (lavender scrub and massage treatments), to the steam room and private outdoor hot tub, to the fire pits and outdoor sculpture gardens, everything was spectacular!! Attention to every tiny detail has been paid by this organization. Top notch!! Thank you for a relaxing and delicious winter getaway.

We had the pleasure of a two night stay in the Garden Spa Suite. The room was spacious and clean and customer service was excellent. We did have dinner at Layla, which was Not particularly good or bad, it was just ok. We also both enjoyed the spa. We had the hot stone massage and then spent time in the steam room.

This spa is my go to. I love how I feel im far away from home, but I'm not. I have never seen this place crowded. It feels exclusive. They usually have availability and it is not hard to get an appt. Their locker room is cute and clean. My massages are always quality. I have been coming here for years and will continue to do so.

MacArthur Place is a beautiful hotel with a modern farmhouse vibe. The grounds are well-maintained with lots of little nooks and crannies to explore. So why the 3-star review? My primary gripe is that the room we stayed in - which was a king room with an outdoor patio and garden shower - was not what I'd expect for what we paid (about $1000/night). Most problematic, the plumbing was VERY loud, which meant that every time the guests in the room above us flushed their toilet, it made an unpleasant noise that was jarring enough to wake me up throughout the night. The room was also located immediately next to the outdoor restaurant area and a banquet hall where a private event was hosted during our stay. We could hear noise from both at night - in particular, the private event that was held in the evening in the banquet hall. This made for a disappointing experience during what was supposed to be a relaxing weekend retreat. I was also bummed that the pool didn't have dedicated food and beverage servers. Instead, guests have to go into the spa to place orders. After our stay, I got an email from the hotel asking for feedback on our experience. I emailed the hotel to let them know about the noise issues with our room. I never heard back. Why solicit feedback if you're not even going to acknowledge it? I'd probably visit the restaurant and spa in the future, but wouldn't stay overnight again.

I stayed in a suite (#48) in the oak house. The suite itself was stunning! It had everything I needed to feel relaxed while in there. Service was great! 10/10 on this part of the stay. I feel bad for the hotel, as it can't be easy with construction. Tons of noise and fire alarms going off once daily during g my stay. Not their fault, just part of the rejuvenation! If you are there during the construction plan to be out from 8am-5pm and you won't even notice. I wasn't a fan of the restaurant Layla but it was probably the items I ordered. I would try it again. The coffee shop was amazing. Wine list at the bar was very good! All with the best decor! I will definitely be returning once construction is completed. 10/10 outside of the construction!

My husband and I had an amazing stay at the MacArthur Place! The customer service, room, amenities, food- everything was 5 star. We booked a room with an outdoor shower and we're so glad we did. The room was beautifully decorated and everything felt intentional. The only thing I'd say is that our room needed a new rug under the bed. It had a few stains so it's probably time to replace it. The outdoor fire pit areas on the grounds were great for early morning coffee and late night cocktails. The overall aesthetic was beautiful. We enjoyed breakfast at Layla, which is their restaurant on the property. My husband loved his avocado toast with salmon and I enjoyed a tasty breakfast sandwich. We also really liked their lattes. The Porch is their coffee shop and we grabbed some coffee and pastries before checking out. I enjoyed a wonderful massage from Rachel at their spa. My husband also used their steam room and was able to relax and unwind. The gentlemen working the valet service were always so kind and offered us water every time we were waiting on our car. We loved every part of our stay and would definitely come back again!

I had the pleasure of being married at MacArthur in May 2023, the staff service was fantastic. There was construction on the spa at the time, we were warned before and it was very quiet and not disturbing at all. The hotel is gorgeous, the rooms were large and unique. It was pretty quiet during our stay too. The ease of purchasing their wedding package was a no brainer, we got ready in my room, and took gorgeous pictures throughout the campus and go married in the courtyard. Coordinators changed a couple of times from when we signed our contract and at times it did feel like there could have been a bit more communication. Some of the communication was emailed to me during wedding photos and I was asked to meet the coordinator the first time also during the getting ready/first look time of our wedding day. We also had a bit of a charging issue where we were overcharged, but after about a week of emails, that was settled appropriately. We had our dinner at Layla and that was just perfect. The chef did a fantastic job and the server was so kind, patient and personable. I would recommend their wedding package to anyone. Thanks MacArthur for a very memorable wedding.

Awesome place! I can't say anything else other than hands down great service and a beautiful location. I was here for my best friends wedding and the maid of honor had a lot of things going on and the employees here made us truly at home and went above and beyond to accommodate everything. Like gals lashes and glue, thank you so much! The rooms are beautiful and so are the grounds. The shower in the suite that goes inside and out is a game changer and invokes beautiful ambience. The snacks in room and the roominess of the bathroom made getting ready pre wedding easy peasy. It rained wedding day and the staff easily made the switch from outside to inside without the the bride and bride even noticing... well you get my drift. They were also very gay friendly which made us all happy. Yay! Great service, good food, nice people, beautiful place. I'd rate it 5 stars yelp!

MacArthur Place in Sonoma County is definitely a spot that we are glad to have experienced and would highly recommend it to anyone who loves to bring their furbabes along as they travel. Our dog is only two and is still growing into his chill factor. To help ease his high alertness (and be mindful of our neighbors), we called ahead and asked if they would be able to place us in a room that is further away from a lot of foot traffic. Thankfully, MacArthur Place was able to accommodate us and we were able to stay at the far West corner of the property. Aesthetically, I appreciated the neutral tones and minimalistic decor of the suite. There were several large windows in our suit that we were able to open the shades and let the natural sunlight beam through. Overall, the property provided a beautiful space for us to retreat to. We also appreciated that upon arrival, our dog was provided with a fluffy dog bed and dog bowls to use during the stay. He was not shy to put either to use! The overall property of MacArthur Place provided a great sense of retreat. Tall trees and small pockets of garden space surrounds the property and throughout the nooks of the walkway. If you would like to soak up some sun outside of their spa/pool area, there are plenty of outdoor patio seats for guests to enjoy. If you prefer to be by the pool, you can actually bring your dog in as well (they just can't go inside the pool.). This is a nice accommodation that I don't come across often at other hotels/resorts. Layla is a restaurant within the property that has indoor and outdoor seating. With the outdoor seating, it allowed us to bring our dog to join us for dinner. From their Summer 2022 menu, I would recommend their Braised Pork Collar as well as the Classic Cannoli for dessert. Should you get chilly dining outdoors, they have plenty of portable heaters (and blankets) that are available upon request. Aside from a being a beautiful dog-friendly property, I also wanted to recognize that MacArthur Place opts for eco-friendly options such as QR code menus/information in the rooms and offer Just Water bottles to guests. In addition, there are electric bikes available for guests to use to explore the area. Also, the guest service is top notch. Everyone from valet to housekeeping was friendly and would go the distance to make us feel at home. We definitely look forward to coming back again in the future. Tip: If you're an American Express Platinum cardholder, definitely look into booking MacArthur Place through the Fine Hotels + Resorts program. Through the program, you'll be able to take advantage of some great rewards such as guaranteed late check-out (4pm), experience credit, daily breakfast for two, and so forth.

For our stay it was amazing. 5/5 for the services and room! Food wise 3/5. We had heated floor in our bathroom and as you can see a nice fireplace to warm us up and be cozy. This was our first time here and it was a very awesome experience. Upon me and my wife arrival we were greeted by Adam bell boy and Michael who checked us in. Both were very helpful in our plans to enjoying our evening. Asked if we had dinner reservation which we didn't or if we needed anything let them know. At this time the pool area is being renovated so if for some reason it's not to your liking let them know to put you in a better area. As for the bell boy Adam. This dude is very knowledgeable about the area as he does live close by and has great recommendations if you want to venture out and try other eating areas besides the place that inside the resort. I am a big food critic so when it comes to fancy hotels I feel the food needs to match the room service. And it wasn't. I got the MacArthur burger which has a great taste but I got frozen fries? Why? I'm so critical to me when a place offers so much good amenities and then suffer in quality vs quantity. I get it saving time from peeling potato's or saving room in the kitchen but at what cost? I hope they gear there efforts over what there resort aims at fresh made wholesome food. FYI to anyone coming here for the first time I ate at both places Layla and the bar and they have different menus. For all you bougie lovers that wanna eat those fine dinners Layla is your spot. And burger lovers hit the bar for that. Tesla chargers on-site and yes the desert at the bar saved the day for us from eating the frozen fries. So desert chief! Lemon ginger ice cream made in house and apple cream which was fire tasted like an apple pie deconstructed. Coffee lover they have the coffee desert sundae. Not sure exactly what they are called but the names are close enough. For all you honeymooners come on down and check it out. Venture out and look for more places if the food here isn't great we found a little place called sunflower caffe and everything was freshly made. Apple juice and orange freshly squeezed and yes If I'm not mistaken even the ketchup taste fresh like real tomatoes.

Loved this spot in Sonoma! Not fussy at all, and super chic. The grounds are beautifully landscaped. We upgraded to a room with a private patio and outdoor shower and we loved it. The hotel is also dog friendly so my little guy loved the space! Throughout the entire property there were many cute spots for people to sit and relax. The pool is a bit on the smaller side, but it worked out fine for us since we only spent a couple hours here in total for the entire trip. There also isn't poolside service here but you can order to go from the bar or Layla and bring to the pool. They have bike cruisers available for guests I believe. I saw them parked out front of the hotel, but we didn't use them so don't know details of how to reserve. The restaurant Layla is very tasty - see my review on that separately.

I was so excited to stay here after reading the reviews and seeing the renovation that took place here. I do have the say the visual aesthetic of the hotel was nice. However, when I'm paying 900 bucks to 1k per night to stay somewhere , I expect some "perks" or even just better customer service. When we booked the hotel, it stated "any special requests"-we were celebrating a baby moon and a quick little getaway for Mother's Day. So we stated this within the request...honestly I don't even know why they ask because no one said congrats or even acknowledged that I was pregnant. We had read on the website that snacks would be provided in the room, upon arriving-we in fact were told that there would be no snacks because of covid-which makes no sense because aren't snacks packed individually? Anyways, we ordered from Layla for dinner the first night-the food was subpar and way overpriced with super small portions. I do give it to Layla, as they redeemed themselves with their breakfast pancakes-I ordered them twice and they were great both times. I also ordered a virgin Bloody Mary for breakfast and they made it with alcohol. I'm pregnant so of course I can't drink alcohol. My husband tried the drink first and we had to reorder. But imagine if I had tried it?? They comped the meal at the end of the day, but kind of scary if you think about the effects it could have had on my baby. Pros: clean room, heated flooring in the bathroom, and water in room as requested, ability to order from Layla in room (with a 20% service charge which they don't even tell you about), dog friendly, beautiful grounds, location of the hotel Cons: not a luxury stay, staff doesn't even seem happy to be there (minus housekeeping-they were very kind and always said hi), the front desk staff isn't that friendly, I can go to a different hotel that charges the same amount and be treated much better. (Be warned of an allergy attack in spring-come prepared with allergy meds) Overall, If the rates are lower I would go, but definitely not somewhere where you would go to get treated like you are at a luxury hotel.

We just finished up our stay here and were sad to leave! A few awesome things to point out: I cannot say enough about how kind and helpful everybody working at the hotel is. It was great chatting with everybody, and we received many great recommendations! I had an amazing experience at the spa - my massage with Rachel was one of the best I've had. The bed was comfortable and the room was nice and spacious. Anytime we needed something, it was brought to us promptly which was very nice!! Valet parking was great and having the electric car charging was helpful. The grounds are beautiful and the hotel location is good! The layout of the hotel makes it easy to navigate. Breakfast at Layla was great! A few points of growth: It would be great to have a fridge that has space in it for food and other things especially with a 4 night stay. We weren't able to keep drinks cold or take leftovers back to the room because the fridge was full with mini bar products. It seems the walls are thin - we could hear conversations of the room above us and hear loud footsteps on the stairs. There were a decent amount of bugs - we found a few spiders in the room. This is part of being out in nature, but maybe spraying for bugs would help! Overall a great stay & we hope to stay again in the future!

Fabiola and her team have gone above and beyond to accommodate our family. Everytime we drop by - even if it is just for brunch like today, we end up wanting to stay. There is no place like MacArthur Place. We hope to come here many many more times with our family.

MacArthur Place is located in the heart of Sonoma wine country. Everything you need is on the property - Layla (popular Mediterranean restaurant), The Bar (order the Spritz Veneziano), and The Porch (coffee bar and marketplace). Relax by the pool or at the spa, read a book or open a bottle of wine at the fire pits, take the electric bikes out around the neighborhood, and explore the Sonoma Valley and Russian River regions for great chardonnays and pinot noirs. THANK YOU to the entire staff for going the extra mile to ensure we were comfortable, felt safe, and enjoyed our time despite COVID and the fires. Looking forward to our next stay!

We had a great stay at MacArthur Place! The grounds are beautiful and our garden shower room was clean and well-appointed. We tried Layla for breakfast and dinner, and we also got coffee from The Porch--would recommend both! The staff were all very friendly and helpful. When we arrived, our room was still being cleaned but the front desk was able to switch our room so we could get in earlier than they originally estimated. When we got to the room, it didn't have dog bowls or a dog bed (probably due to the switch), but I called to request both, and they showed up right away. Also, our dog LOVED the dog bed. I briefly considered asking if we could take it with us. The ability to text the front desk is also convenient--I was able to schedule a time for our room to be cleaned and request ice, all over text while off the property. One small point to note--I booked through AmEx FHR, which should've guaranteed a 4PM checkout. At check-in, I was told to simply call the front desk on the morning of our last day to request the late checkout. When I called, I was told they couldn't accommodate 4PM, but could push to 1PM. I assume they were working on a tight schedule ahead of the weekend rush (we checked out on a Friday), but would've appreciated if the front desk had alerted us to this possibility at check-in. Not sure why they guarantee 4PM checkout if they can't always meet it. Still, just a little inconvenience at the end of an otherwise pleasant stay!

MacArthur Place Hotel is located on a residential street offering a quiet location. The common rooms are very inviting and spacious. It seems like a lot of thought went into designing a great spot. The grounds are beautifully groomed and offer a very peaceful and relaxing vibe. Fire pits are located throughout the property with comfortable seating for a morning cup of coffee or a nice glass of wine in the evening. Our room was spacious and beautifully decorated, with the most comfortable bed and pillows. In fact, I had to order the pillows for my home because they were so amazing. The only disappointment was our lunch at the restaurant, Layla. The menu was a bit small, but worked. On the other hand, the cocktails did not disappoint. The food was good, not great. The service was extremely slow! That is the only reason for 4 stars rather than 5. If they could improve on the wait staff, this would have been a 5 star review. I would not hesitate to return, but most likely would not eat at Layla again.

Exceptionally beautiful place to stay with wonderful staff, from the valets to check-in to housekeeping. Complimentary champagne or sparking water upon arrival, valet offered to charge my electric car. The grounds are lush, and the rooms are clean, spacious, and luxurious without being pretentious. Nice, easy, flat walk to Sonoma Square and back. The only current drawback is noisy construction in the middle of the property while they renovate the pool area; didn't expect Saturday morning construction, but it did wake me up. Sunday was peaceful, though! Can't wait to return when the renovations are complete. Love this place so much!

Loved this place. Upon arrival, it is so dreamy and the valet / welcome staff is so friendly and knowledable about the area - we loved meeting Manuel and Gabe who work the front area! The beds are amazing and the outdoor spaces with fire pits are fabulous. The bar is such a vibe too. Only 4 stars because was under construction and spa and pool closed, with a lot of noise. Decor is a 10/10!

Decided to give Layla a try for my wife's birthday brunch. The first thing that comes to mind is the stuck in 2nd gear service. From getting menus to the check was an extremely long process. The food and beverages were good but the staff looked lost and overwhelmed for an unpacked establishment. Could've been better and gonna put some time between our next visit.

Used to come here once a year before the renovations/new ownership. Always stayed at the Jasmine cottage, my favorite room on the property. It truly feels like a country side getaway, walkable distance to downtown Sonoma. Yes it is pricey but the location, service and the steak house with option to rest bicycles are worth it. I did try their spa and wasn't too thrilled, the pool is tiny so definitely not worth if you r main objective is pool time. Not sure how things are now under the new ownership, will have to go by to the steak house and see how the renovations came out.

I am surprised by the awful accounting and customer service of the MacArthur Place. I purchased a $250 Layla gift card for a friend that was staying at the hotel. Because MacArthur doesn't email gift cards and our friends were staying at the hotel, I asked for it to be held at the front desk. My friends went to go pick it up and the front desk didn't have it. I called the concierge three times; the first gentleman assured me he would call me back, a few days passed he did not. Shawna, who told me she personally left the card at the front desk, said she would get back to me, she did not. Then I got a hold of someone who said they needed to get a hold of the person who "did the night time shift" and I never heard back. Frustrated, I spoke to a manager Jeff (who "handles all gift cards") who then promised me that he would mail the gift card to our friends since they had returned home. It's been two weeks and our friends still have not received the gift card. I am ashamed that our friends went to the front desk to ask for a gift card that was not there, only to have me "promise" it was in the mail... and for it to be nowhere to be found. The MacArthur fumbled a nice gesture so badly.

My wife and I spent 4 amazing days on the MacArthur Place property. The kind hospitality of Michael, who made incredible suggestions about where we could spend time in and around Napa and Sonoma made all of the difference. Kevin, who greeted us upon arrival, parked our car and exchanged our keys for helmets for extremely convenient electric bicycles. These were pivotal to our being able to see the sights up close. The room service was delicious. The room accommodations were resplendent and the service staff was thoughtful and pleasant. We hope that this will be a return destination for us for years to come. Sincerely, The Two Peters

My review is for the bar located at hotel. When you arrive, city can valet your car free of charge (for those who know how difficult it is to find parking in downtown Sonoma - you will understand how convenient this is!) The staff across the board from valet, to front desk, to the bar itself are all good extremely welcoming and hospitable. Instead of pointing us in the direction of the bar, the front office staff walked us to the bar. The decor is very cool with lots of textures and color. I loved the leather couches and velvet chairs - it makes you want to sink in and spend an evening sipping cocktails and chatting with your favorites. We ordered a whiskey sour and an espresso martini - the bar staff were friendly and efficient. And I love their bar ware - so hip and elegant! The offer small bites such as flatbread pizza which can be shared. We would definitely go back and based on our experience would like to do a staycation at the hotel as well!

When I booked this I made it clear the room was for 4 people. I wish the person who booked it would have been honest and said the room will not be comfortable for that many people. Would have saved us a lot of wasted time and we could have made alternate plans. Read the other review about the small European style accommodations. Very accurate. We stay at a lot of hotels and this is by far the most disappointing suite. What we got was a 300 sq ft "suite" that had a pullout sofa at the foot of me and my wife's bed. No wall separating us. The twin sofa bed couldn't even fit a 9 and 12 year old. So we had to stuff a roll in bed into an already tiny room. Ridiculous for a room that costs $1k+/night. Also no outdoor shower or bath as advertised. I have a bad back and need to soak. Also zero privacy. The room's windows faced a popular walkway and people could see us changing and showering. For this much money, you're better off staying at Calistoga Ranch where you can get a whole bungalow for your family with privacy. We asked for a different room but were told nothing was available so we ended up spending our 4th of July driving back home. Also, the pool is tiny and there is no room to swim or move. We were bumping into other guests. Service was off as well. When we got there they told us they would text us when the room was ready. My wife gave her number but they never texted her. So she was waiting around for nearly an hour after the room was ready. Also they promised to have our bags delivered to the room but they weren't there and I had to call and wait nearly 30 minutes. Only provided towels for two people which makes me think this room was really meant for two. Felt totally deceived and lied to. I wasted 3 hrs driving round trip for what was supposed to be a nice 4th of July weekend. This place ruined our weekend. I would have expected our spa services comped for the trouble we were caused. and valuable time wasted.

This places holds a special place in my heart. My husband and I took a short mini moon right after we got married, and we stayed here (2012). Since then, we have stayed here three more times, and I love it more every time. Last February we stayed in a fab suite with a wonderful patio, fireplace, and couches. We stayed during a four day weekend and it was just the perfect break I needed. For the last weekend of 2017, we drove up from Redwood City, and spent the night here. In the past I've had the chance to get a facial at the spa and a massage. Both were absolutely amazing. We've even had couples massages, too. Each time we come we enjoy taking an early morning or late evening dip in the pool or spend some time in the hot tub. The library, chess garden, and continental breakfast are all great, too. My husband and I have also walked to and from downtown Sonoma from MacArthur, so if you're up for a 15 minute walk--do it! The rooms have always been clean and well maintained, and staff members are courteous and polite. I can't wait to visit again!

Beautiful property, clean and updated rooms, great food and drinks. Very accommodating staff. We will be back for our next Sonoma stay.

I've had many relaxing visits to this serene place, but today's visit to the spa/pool was utterly disappointing. This hotel recently became an Auberge hotel - a beautiful reno and prices that reflect an upscale resort. I was surprised when around 1pm the pool turned into a community pool with kids and Marco Polo galore. I'm a parent of two - so I'm not anti kids, but when I pay for a spa and visit to a resort - I expect an environment that reflects that. The service in the pool area was dismal as well... food and all the wine was the silver lining bright spot. They ran out of stemware, forgot orders, etc. I don't know what the answer is here: a separate pool for GUESTS (not local families as it seemed), or age rules around the pool use. It was an actual ZOO. I'm not sure I'll be back until something changes here.

Perfect. Simply perfect. The rooms, the amenities, the service, the location... it made for a perfect weekend getaway in Sonoma. Let's start with the service - upon arriving for check in from a long day, they offered us warm towels to refresh ourselves. Such a nice gesture! We were even greeted by the hotel cat, who likes to sleep around the lobby and is friendly to visitors petting him. Although I had booked my room through a Groupon special ($400 for 2 nights after taxes), they went ahead and upgraded us to the queen deluxe. The queen deluxe room was huge for 2 people, and even included an extra day bed. Both beds were comfy and we slept really well. Love their complimentary turn down service, since they give you chocolate on your pillows! The bathrooms were quite spacious, with a 2 person shower and lots of counter space. I love the bath amenities - the lotions and bar soaps sample products from the hotel's spa and the they even provide makeup remove wipes and cotton balls/swabs. The shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are grape seed oil products from the hotel's line, and they are dispensers inside the shower... so you don't have to worry about running out. Usually when I stay at a hotel I plan on being out the whole day... but this was the kind of hotel where I didn't want to leave! The grounds are lovely with some unique statues like the giant chess set (which you can play) and a swing set. There's a library near the lobby which is a great common space to relax - they have games to play like Scrabble and checkers, and they even have an impressive DVD collection that you can borrow to watch from your room. We spent part of our evenings playing board games and watching movies. Last but not least there is the pool area - water temperature in the pool was perfect for swimming outdoors or at night. The hot tub was wonderfully relaxing after a long day of walking. There was also fruit spa water for drinking and plenty of towels available. They even have a ping pong table by the pool if you're feeling game. The evening wine reception in the library is a great because they bring in local wineries, so you get to try more places in Sonoma without having to drive. I do like that they provide cheese, fruit, and crackers to pair with your wine (blue cheese and crackers go amazing with white wine BTW). I'd recommend coming to the wine reception pretty early since the snacks can run out fairly quickly, and they only have 2 platters of cheese and fruit for the evening. The complimentary breakfast at Saddles Restaurant is delicious and healthy - lots of fresh fruit, pastries, and muesli. They even had homemade jam that came in little jars! I wish they had some protein though, as the only source was through the boiled eggs and the salmon cream cheese. Still it was a good way to start off our day. Location wise the hotel is perfect - really close to wineries like Cline and Jacuzzi, but it's also within walking distance of Downtown Sonoma! About 15 minutes and flat terrain the entire way. Really useful if you plan on drinking at night. It was nice to just walk to our restaurant for dinner without having to worry about parking. This hotel is more expensive than what I'm used to paying for, but it was definitely worth every penny. I never felt so relaxed during a trip... and I actually enjoyed just staying at the hotel. If I ever find a similar deal for another weekend, I'm totally booking again!

I was really looking forward to a 5-star mini vacation with my boyfriend. A mixed experience. The property was pristine and the rooms as well. Just beautiful. Everything was at our fingertips, so it seemed a perfect place to rest and relax for a few days. The staff was so kind and the food was incredible. The same with the spa and after an amazing massage I felt so relaxed and looked forward to a good night's rest in the luxurious bed, but that unfortunately didn't happen. The hotel and staff unfortunately cater to an alcohol-guzzling party crowd. We accepted the loud restaurant and intoxicated shouting during the restaurant hours, but the shouting/partying continued well into the night around the property. Our neighbors were also very raucous banging loudly on the door many time and running up and down the stairs late at night. A HUGE disappointment. I was awakened at least five times from all of the noise during our last night. While trying to read a book at the spa pool, I was interrupted many times by a group of shouting and partying from one of the larger garden properties. Not a relaxing spa experience. Oh, and during one of the meals a tipsy guest twice made a very vulgar gesture for half the patrons to view... All of this felt like spring break back in college. The property is small, so the fact that the staff ignored the behaviour, encouraged the heavy drinking and partying was unacceptable to us. The posh resort was planned as a treat and above our normal budget. It unfortunately was not relaxing at all and we left sleep-deprived. At checkout, we weren't even asked if we enjoyed our stay, so no feedback was given. They got a hefty amount from us for the room, massage and meals. I hope this place will put some effort into raising the standards of behaviour.

Really great experience even in COVID and SMOKE. super staff, food, room. Was a last minute thing from SF and totally worth it. Very accommodating of pets! Even got dog beds and bowls at room and pool.

My husband and I got married at the end of July in Sonoma and we stayed at MacAuthur Place the night before and night of our wedding. I wish we could have stayed even longer. Their grounds are absolutely breath taking and don't even get me started on the ROBES! The front desk was extremely helpful and was able to bring and supply us with whatever we needed. For our wedding night they even provided us with Champagne and chocolate covered strawberries. I can't wait to return one day soon!