Category: Travel

Where to Stay

We recommend guests stay in Healdsburg, where all wedding events will be held. Buses to and from wedding events will make pick-ups/drop-offs at Best Western Dry Creek Inn, as well as at the Healdsburg Town Square where many of the higher-end, boutique hotels are. The below lodging options are all within a block of bus drop/off pick up.

Best Western Dry Creek Inn:  Think Tony Soprano designs an Italian Villa, this is not your typical Best Western. Buses to and from all wedding events will make pick-ups and drop-offs at the Best Western, making this both easy and accessible. While the wedding block is full, there may still be availability for non-block rates.

Hotel Trio:  Opening just weeks before the wedding, this brand new hotel is next door to the Best Western amaking for easy access to wedding transportation, downtown and nearby vineyards.  Their standard rate is equivalent to the Best Western block rate so we highly recommend this brand new option!

H2Hotel: An eco-friendly luxury hotel, H2Hotel is on Healdsburg town square and provides guests with free access to bikes.  With lots of great restaurants, bars and tasting rooms only steps away, this is a great option for environmentally conscious guests looking to reduce their carbon footprint in luxury.

Healdsburg Modern Cottages: These boutique bungalows are a block away from the town square and offer more space in a luxury setting.  With a private pool and expertly decorated surroundings, this is a great alternative to a traditional hotel.

Hotel Healdsburg: Great location, luxury setting, Hotel Healdsburg is for those with refined taste and deep pockets.

AirBnB, VRBO and HomeAway: There are many rooms, guest houses and homes available for short term rental in Healdsburg.  However, many private rentals are a bit further from the town square and Best Western, where event transportation will depart/return.

Getting There and Getting Around

Getting There

Healdsburg is approximately 80 miles Northeast of San Francisco which is the nearest major airport.  In our many trips to Healdsburg, we’ve found the quickest and easiest route is to fly into SFO, rent a car from the airport (where prices are reasonable), and drive to Healdsburg.  Note that traffic can get bad leading into the weekend and during rush hour.  Alternatively, there is a small airport in Sonoma County (Charles M. Shulz Airport).  

If you’re interested in car-pooling or renting a car with other guests, please let us know.  We’re happy to connect people so you can take advantage of the HOV lane and share rental cars!

For more information on getting to Healdsburg, check out their chamber of commerce website.

Getting Around

Healdsburg has a walkable downtown, with restaurants, tasting rooms, boutique hotels and galleries lining the town square.  The Best Western Dry Creek Inn is approximately one mile from the town square and is an easy 15 minute walk. Uber and Lyft are plentiful and a great option if you’re staying a bit farther out.  

Getting to and from wineries and vineyards requires a car and navigating windy two lane roads. If you choose to drive yourself/group for a day of tasting, please taste responsibly and make sure to eat in between tastings!  If you want to avoid getting behind the wheel, drivers and tours are a great option.  You can plan your own itinerary and hire a driver, or work with a tour company that will plan the itinerary for you. Some options include:

  • Designated Drivers provides you with a private driver, however you chart the itinerary and the pacing.
  • Napa Sonoma Wine Tasting Driver similarly offers drivers for a per/hour fee and you plan the itinerary.  Drivers can drive your car or provide a car for an additional fee. 
  • Destination Drivers will drive your rental and follow your itinerary.
  • Healdsburg Tours is a full service tour company offering party buses and a more guided experience.