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Auberge du Soleil, Auberge Collection — Exterior, Rutherford

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Auberge du Soleil, Auberge Collection

Rutherford, United States

Auberge du Soleil in Rutherford, Napa Valley, holds a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating and three MICHELIN Keys. The hotel features a one MICHELIN star restaurant and offers twice-daily housekeeping. It is a member of Relais & Châteaux and has earned recognition as North America's Leading Boutique Resort in 2023.

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One of 7,777 hotels on Earth

8.11/ 10 · FirstSuites Score

94.2/100 · EMPTYJET Consensus

Best in United StatesEMPTYJET · Top country
The Guests' — N° 618Guests' verdict · N° 618 of 777
3 MICHELIN KeysHotel distinction
Forbes Five-StarForbes Travel Guide
MICHELIN 1-StarOn-property dining
La Liste — 95/100Global excellence index
Condé Nast — Readers' Choice AwardsReader distinction
Relais & ChâteauxMember house
World Travel Awards 2023Industry awards
Amex Fine Hotels + ResortsCard travel programme

“Auberge du Soleil, Auberge Collection in Rutherford, United States, holds an EMPTYJET Consensus of 96/100 and ranks N° 299 of 777 in The Guests' 777.”

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Overview

Auberge du Soleil, Auberge Collection in Rutherford, United States, holds an EMPTYJET Consensus of 96/100 and ranks N° 299 of 777 in The Guests' 777. It is one of 21 six-star houses on Earth, seat 8 of 21, and is among just 777 starred hotels.

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Why this grade

The 6-star designation is supported by recognised industry awards and consistent guest endorsement. Auberge du Soleil holds a Forbes Travel Guide — Five-Star and the MICHELIN Guide — Three Keys (MICHELIN Keys: 3 Keys); its restaurant holds One MICHELIN star. These named recognitions, together with an EMPTYJET Consensus of 96/100, explain its place as one of 21 six-star houses on Earth.

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Dining

Auberge du Soleil is home to its eponymous restaurant, Auberge du Soleil, which has been awarded one MICHELIN star. The restaurant is recognised for its culinary excellence and is a destination in its own right within Napa Valley. The MICHELIN star underscores the restaurant's commitment to high-quality cuisine and service, making it a notable highlight for guests and visitors alike.

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Service & reputation

The reputation of Auberge du Soleil is reflected in its consistently high guest ratings across multiple platforms. These scores indicate a sustained level of guest satisfaction and service excellence, reinforcing the hotel's standing as a premier destination in the region.

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At a glance

Location
Rutherford, United States
Official rating
5-star (google_maps)Government / industry classification — distinct from the EMPTYJET grade.

EMPTYJET Consensus

94.2 / 100

Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.

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Analysed from 3,076 guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor and Trip.com.

Most noted: rooms.

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