Baths At Romans Spa

Baths at Roman Spa sits inside the Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort in downtown Calistoga, California, a short walk from the town's main street, wineries and restaurants. The draw here is geothermal water: the resort describes three mineral hot springs pools, along with outdoor baths and a dedicated thermal pool for soaking.

Beyond the water, the property has a relaxation lounge for lingering between dips and an on-site restaurant or café for a meal without leaving the grounds. The spa is classed as moderate in price and welcomes both overnight guests and day visitors, so you don't need to book a room to use the pools. Complimentary parking is included, which is worth knowing if you're driving up from the Bay Area for the day.

It's set up for a mixed crowd rather than an adults-only retreat — the resort markets itself to families as well as couples, with package offers built around romantic stays or wine-and-chocolate getaways. Hours run the same every day of the week, 9am to 5pm, which makes it straightforward to plan a visit around.

For anyone exploring Calistoga's hot springs scene, this is one of the town's established options: a resort-style setup with geothermal pools as the centerpiece, supporting amenities like dining and a lounge, and access open to both hotel guests and day-pass visitors.