My husband gets all the credit for finding this wonderful gem in Inn at Sonoma. For my 50th birthday I wanted an escape from cold Minnesota and so we chose Sonoma as a base from which we could hike a full day in Armstrong State Nature Reserve (giant redwoods—well worth the gorgeous hour and half drive and then all day hike), another day for vineyard hopping (fun and refreshing) and another day to just relax, browse and dine in and out of shops and good restaurants. Sophisticated in a subtle and unpretentious way, Inn at Sonoma (under the umbrella logo A Four Sisters Inn) beckoned us with its calm, comfortable style. Tucked into a peaceful little patch of trees off the main road leading directly into Sonoma’s town square, we at once felt a natural affinity toward it as being “the perfect escape” as we walked up its front steps and into a cozy great room alit with quiet chandeliers, wall sconces and glowing fireplace. A large brass canister brimming with fresh baked cookies greeted us at the door. Peppered about the room beyond are comfortable couches and friendly tables and chairs in which to enjoy the company of fellow guests during both the complimentary afternoon wine and cheese social hour and the lovely breakfast served each morning (certainly NOT the ho-hum fare one would typically expect—considerable thought and pride is infused into every unique and delicious homemade morsel as it quietly and steadily wafts out from the kitchen and on to the buffet table by the cooks themselves.) Our room was just as stately, generous and welcoming as the foyer room—impeccable taste in decoration, yet at the same time encompassing all that is needed for comfort and convenience: a deliciously snuggly bed; a lovely porch patio on which to enjoy complimentary coffee room service; subdued lighting by the fireplace at the foot of the bed where we sipped purchased wine (glasses and corkscrews are provided in the room); smart and direct bedside lighting for curling up later in a plethora of pillows to enjoy a good read. We fell asleep looking out on a full moon lit sky from the all-glass double doors. Front desk and room service was consistently gracious, professional and prompt. All guests were respectfully considerate and quiet in the hallways and guest room areas, yet congenial and conversational in the great room where everyone enjoyed telling of their day’s adventures over a glass (or two…) of wine. We never heard noise from the road or parking lot because everything in town is within a few minute’s walk (no one seems to need a car once it has been parked, and complimentary bicycles are available at the inn as well). Restaurants are many, and excellent. We recommend Della Santina for dinner— local crowd, upscale but not too expensive, an astute staff and a deliciously unique menu (one block off main town square) and Basque Boulangerie Café (amazing array of bread and pastries) for that “fill your picnic basket” stop. The best place for everything else, however— escape, respite, breakfast and friendly afternoon gatherings— hands down, is Inn at Sonoma. We do not feel the need to “try another place out” when we visit Sonoma again. It truly is the perfect place to escape to and celebrate something wonderful.

My wife and I spent a long weekend at the Inn to celebrate her 50th birthday. Overall, it was fantastic. I really can't think of any negatives. Afternoon wine and cheese, hot coffee and homemade cookies(!) always available in the lobby, a delicious, made fresh breakfast every morning and a friendly, pleasant staff. The Inn is on the main street in Sonoma, set back from the road. We had a second floor front room and never heard any traffic. Walk a block and a half north and you are in the center of Sonoma at the town square with all sorts of quaint little shops and really good, moderately priced restaurants. Della Santina restaurant was amazing. We drove up to Guerneville on Saturday and hiked among the redwoods in Armstrong SNR. Incredible! Wine tasting on Sunday; of course the Inn staff had recommendations and complimentary tasting vouchers for local wineries. This is off-season and every winery, except Vianza, welcomed us and really took the time to talk and explain their various wines. I would recommend them all but three standouts are: Gundlach Bundschu, Nicholson Ranch and Gloria Ferrar. None of them are more than a 10 minute drive from the Inn. The weather was great, cool in the morning, mid 60's by afternoon. My feeling is that the Sonoma Valley has retained its small town feel and has not been overrun by tourists, at least in the off season, to the extent that Napa has. I would go back in a heartbeat and stay again at the Inn at Sonoma.

We stayed here while we were in Sonoma visitng venues to book our wedding and we booked in for 2 nights. Although I had originally booked in via booking.com I later cancelled and rebooked direct with the hotel to take advantage of the 2 nights for 1 offer but on arrival I was told that my booking had been cancelled! Luckily there were rooms available and we were booked in at the same rate. The hotel itself is warm and comfortable and the staff are all extremely friendly. The rooms were large with an extremely comfortable bed and great bathroom. The hot tub was also really inviting but unfortunately we didn't get a chance to use it, I would definitely stay here again and I am recommending this to guests we have attending our wedding as its pretty close to everything! Highly recommended!

First trip to Sonoma. The inn takes the qualities of a bed and breakfast and combines them with the convience of a chain hotel. If you are going to Sonoma then this is the place to stay. Nice rooms, hot tub, wine and chees buffet at 4PM. Great breakfasts! A block from the Sonoma Plaza and all the wine tasting shops! We'll be back...