Chateau Score63.9Foothill House
9.7Exceptional61 reviews
- Bed & breakfast
Best forSpa / relaxed north-valley stays
Good to knowHas higher guest score, a smaller review base, a quieter position further out.
Calistoga / Hotel
Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs, Calistoga
Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs is one of two properties in our selection with a mineral or hot springs connection confirmed by its registered name. It scores 8.7 on 129 reviews, sits 0.14 miles from central Calistoga, and has a restaurant, EV charging and a pet policy.
Photo from the property listing on Booking.com.
8.7Guest score
129Reviews
60.3Chateau Score
$$$Price band
Hotel facts
- TownCalistoga
- Property typeHotel
- Star rating4-star
- Guest score8.7 / 10
- Reviews129
- Review confidenceMedium
- Chateau Score60.3 / 100
- From Calistoga center0.14 mi
- WalkabilityHighly walkable
- To winery corridor12.16 mi
- Price band$$$
- SpaNot listed
- PoolNot listed
- RestaurantYes
- BarNot listed
- TerraceNot listed
- Pets allowedYes
Guest score and review count checked August 2026. Features come from the current property data and are never inferred. "Not listed" means the source data does not record the feature, which is not the same as confirming its absence.
How this Chateau Score is built
- Guest rating quality (max 45)21.6
- Review confidence (max 20)15.7
- Location fit (max 15)15.0
- Stay features (max 10)5.0
- Category breadth (max 10)3.0
- Total60.3 / 100
The formula is identical for every property on this site and is published in full on our methodology page.
Why choose Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs?
Calistoga's distinguishing feature is geothermal water, and very few properties in our data carry a confirmable connection to it. This is one of them, and it pairs that with a central position and a Medium review base.
Location and what is nearby
The property is inside the Calistoga core and classified Highly walkable. It is 12.2 miles from our Highway 29 corridor reference point.
Who is this hotel best for?
- Travelers who came to Calistoga specifically for mineral springs
- Guests who want a central position in town
- Travelers with a dog
Good to know
The mineral-springs connection is established by the property's registered name, not by an audited facility list, so pool types, treatment availability and access rules should be confirmed with the property. No spa or pool is listed separately in the current property data, and the price snapshot sits in our upscale band.
Check current rates
Rates and availability change daily and we do not publish fixed nightly prices. Check live rates for your dates on Booking.com.
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Alternatives to Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs
Selected from properties with the closest overall profile, nearest town first. Each one differs from Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs in a specific way.
Chateau Score63.9
Chateau Score64.5Mount View Hotel & Spa
8.6Very good301 reviews
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Terrace
- Shuttle
Best forSpa / relaxed north-valley stays, Pool
Good to knowHas lower guest score, a larger review base, a lower price band.
Chateau Score65.5Aurora Park Cottages
9.2Superb155 reviews
- Shuttle
Best forSpa / relaxed north-valley stays
Good to knowHas higher guest score, a lower price band, a quieter position further out.
Where Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs appears on this site
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Wilkinson's have mineral springs?
The property's registered name includes Mineral Springs, which is how it qualifies for our hot springs selection. Confirm the current facilities and access rules directly with the property.
Is Dr. Wilkinson's pet-friendly?
Pets are allowed according to the current property data. Confirm fees and restrictions before booking.
Hotel data last reviewed August 23, 2026. Guest ratings, review counts and prices change over time. We publish the date so you can judge how current the figures are.