Every year, Bay Area hotels fully embrace the holiday season with specialized events, decorations, and more. The wine country Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa is no exception and will be bringing back its popular winter village throughout the holiday season. The winter village, fittingly called Merry Meritage, is a festive wonderland complete with an ice rink, fire pits and s’mores, VIP igloos, Santa story time, and more. The charming village is officially open and will run through January 11, 2025.
Ice Rink
The ice rink is a main attraction for guests at the Meritage looking to enjoy some winter fun. Guests can enjoy a beer or wine rink-side and reserve igloos and fire pits nearby. Tickets are $25 (all ages) for 90 minutes of skate time, including skate rental. The rink typically stays open until 10:00 pm and is illuminated by string lights for a truly lovely nighttime activity.
VIP Igloos
If you’re looking to splurge, you can rent a luxury clear igloo complete with a bottle of bubbly to toast the holidays. The VIP experience doesn’t come cheap; a two-hour rental starts at $250, and skating is not included.
Fire pits
For those who prefer to cozy up to a fire, the outdoor fire pits are the perfect spot to sip your drinks and make some s’mores. Fire pits for five guests cost $175 for 2 hours, with a s’mores kit included. Like the Igloo experience, ice skating tickets are sold separately.
Upcoming holiday events
- Tinsel Tea With a Princess: This whimsical tea time will feature your kid’s favorite princesses, story-telling, and skating. Dates include December 7, 14, 15, 21, 22, and 28.
- Santa’s Reading Corner: Every Saturday and Sunday, kids can listen to a story time read by a jolly Santa.
- Merry Meritage On Ice by Redwood Ice Theatre Company: Watch a dazzling performance on the resort’s ice rink on December 21 or January 4.
- Christmas Buffet: Enjoy an expansive buffet on Christmas day with brunch options and classic holiday food
- Winemakers NYE Dinner: Ring in the new year with a six-course meal in beautiful wine cellars.
- Glitter and Glam NYE Holiday Part: Party the night away at this festive party featuring a DJ and two locations.
Whether you want to take a spin on the ice or treat yourself to a gourmet meal, Merry Meritage has a packed schedule for the holidays. Find the Meritage Resort and Spa at 875 Bordeaux Way in Napa, accessible via I-80 East from San Francisco.