Healdsburg
800/889-7188 or 707-431-2800
www.hotelhealdsburg.com

Thoroughly modern 2001 hotel (concrete and glass, clean lines, muted colors, Asian details) on the central plaza of Sonoma's most interesting, sophisticated town.

ROOMS 55 with a refreshingly pared-down look (wood floors, clear glass lamps, oversized bathtubs), down duvets, balconies.
SERVICE Staff-to-guest ratio of 0.9 to 1. Concierge can set up winery tours in a snap.
FOOD Charlie Palmer's Dry Creek Kitchen for excellent dishes like sand dabs with fennel and rhubarb salad.
FACILITIES Spa, small gym, garden pool.
COST Doubles from $285