The Napa River Inn sits at the heart of the Historic Napa Mill, once a bustling 19th-century hub for trade and agriculture. Bricks made from river clay and a four-story mill once defined the site’s industrial role.
By the 1990s, the property had fallen into disuse, until visionary developer Harry Price launched an ambitious adaptive reuse project. In 2000, the Inn opened with 66 rooms that blend historic features, original bricks, mill gates, reclaimed floors, with modern luxury.
Today, the Inn is a cornerstone of a walkable district filled with shops, restaurants, and cultural venues. “We’re proud that the Inn is more than a place to stay, it’s a space that brings people together,” says Sara Brooks, general manager since 2006. “Whether guests come for a concert, a wedding, or a wine country weekend, they’re stepping into something authentically Napa.”
Story by Priscillia de Muizon, Inkwell Story Studio. Photos courtesy Napa River Inn.
