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El Bonita Motel

Property class: 3
3-star motel in Thoman

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A couple sitting on wicker chairs with a fire pit in front, holding wine glasses.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
Two people lying on a bed, one reading a magazine and the other holding a bottle.
A wooden door labeled "SAUNA" with a glass window, leading to a pool area with a ladder and outdoor furniture.
A building with large windows, a stone-paved walkway, and flower planters.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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195 Main Street, St. Helena, CA, 94574
  • Place, Louis M. Martini Winery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, HALL St. Helena Winery
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, V. Sattui Winery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Poolside

A hotel room with a large bed, a red headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a painting on the wall, and a clock on the nightstand.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(93 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 1 King Bed, 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a painting on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

1 King Bed, 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large landscape painting on the wall.

2 Queen Beds, 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Garden

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a lamp.

King Garden

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for ADA King, Roll-In Shower

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a microwave, and an air conditioning unit.

ADA King, Roll-In Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Poolside

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted TV.

Classic Double Room, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a dining area with chairs.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Queen Garden

A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread and matching pillows. There are two wall-mounted paintings depicting landscapes.

Queen Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large landscape painting on the wall.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, Ground Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a small wooden nightstand with a lamp.

Family Suite, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting of a landscape on the wall.

Family Suite, 2nd Floor, Stair Access Only

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 3rd Floor, Stair Access Only

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Executive Suite, 3rd Floor, Stair Access Only

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

St. Helena

Thoman stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Thoman motel, you'll find Salvestrin Winery and Louis M. Martini Winery. Also, HALL St. Helena Winery is within half a mile (1 km) and Flora Springs Winery is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Louis M. Martini Winery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Salvestrin Winery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • HALL St. Helena Winery - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Flora Springs Winery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • V. Sattui Winery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 39 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gott's Roadside - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Station - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Charlie’s Napa Valley - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ray Ray's Tacos - ‬18 min walk

About this property

El Bonita Motel

3-star motel in Thoman
El Bonita Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is served daily. El Bonita Motel also features a vending machine and a garden. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star St. Helena motel.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
El Bonita Motel offers 48 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite premium channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is El Bonita Motel to the airport?

El Bonita Motel is 27.8 mi (43-min drive) away from the Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Bonita Motel?

As of Sept 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Bonita Motel on Sept 21, 2026 start from CA $216, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does El Bonita Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Bonita Motel.

Does El Bonita Motel offer free breakfast?

El Bonita Motel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at El Bonita Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at El Bonita Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at El Bonita Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does El Bonita Motel have a pool?

El Bonita Motel features an outdoor pool.

Does El Bonita Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is El Bonita Motel to downtown St. Helena?

El Bonita Motel is 0.9 mi away from St. Helena.

El Bonita Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 712 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay / yummy breakfast T
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely designed classic roadside motel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for wine tasting
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place in an easy way to get to wherever your going in Napa area. It’s just a charming place to stay at and that’s why we keep coming back ❤️🙌
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast efficient check in, nice grounds, convenient for my business, that why I keep coming back
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and updated, and breakfast was very good. Location was awesome - walking distance to multiple vineyards and close to the downtown. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zoe Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and loved the charm! Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a bit dated, but very clean. Staff went above and beyond. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t think it was going to be a good stay Was it excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised as the “motel” vibe from the sign made us a bit nervous. Had a nice stay and would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms by the pool are small but comfortable. Love this place. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous place. I will stay here every time!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel. Our room was clean and modern. We highly recommend and would return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast , friendly,efficient, when I’m in the area it’s the only place I stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kenneth B.K.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded expectations! The property is beautiful and the rooms are very large, quiet and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good selection of beverages and breakfast options! Pool is really nice. Love this motel for 30 years!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice value ..walking distance to vineyards and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. The property is older and
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great, hot tub was fun, great location for all our activities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ovidiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice place, well maintained and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and we enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Raj

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, but convenient, breakast. Grounds are well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast check in, nice place. My first choice when visiting the area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a classic motel with good rooms. Staff very good. Breakfast included. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026