NAPA, Calif. (March 2026) — In 2026, The Meritage Resort and Spa, managed by Pacific Hospitality Group, celebrates 20 years as Napa Valley's largest resort by honoring the guests, partnerships, and traditions through exclusive culinary and spa experiences, curated packages, and locally inspired programs, marking two decades in the heart of California's Wine Country.

Since opening in 2006, The Meritage has grown into a 467-room resort set amid nine acres of active vineyards, featuring a distinctive cave spa and expansive indoor and outdoor event venues. The property regularly hosts marquee cultural and culinary events, including Blue Note Napa Summer Sessions and Festival Napa Valley's Taste of Napa, while its annual Merry Meritage celebration draws more than 20,000 guests and locals each holiday season.

“Twenty years ago, this was an idea rooted in a love for Napa Valley and a belief that people deserved a place to gather, celebrate, and feel at home,” said Tim Busch, founder and CEO of Pacific Hospitality Group. “Seeing couples and families return year after year for weddings, holidays, and the moments in between has been the greatest reward. The Meritage was never just a resort; it was always meant to be a place where memories are made and shared.”

To celebrate the milestone year, The Meritage Resort and Spa will offer the following throughout 2026:

Anniversary Offer & Sweepstakes Series

• Cheers to 20 Years: This signature anniversary offer invites travelers to celebrate two decades of hospitality with 20% off premium rooms and suites and a $200 resort credit per stay.
• Anniversary Sweepstakes: A quarterly giveaway series offers two-night stays paired with resort credits and iconic Napa experiences, including Blue Note Napa Summer Sessions concerts, a Napa Valley Wine Train journey, and a hot air balloon flight with Napa Valley Aloft. 

Perfectly Paired Anniversary Experiences 

• A Celebration of Napa's Rise with Chateau Montelena: Marking The Meritage's 20th anniversary alongside the 50th anniversary of Chateau Montelena's historic 1976 “Judgment of Paris” victory that helped put Napa Valley on the global wine map, this exclusive partnership pairs a luxury stay with the winery's “Legacy in a Glass” private tour and tasting of rare library vintages.
• Vineyard Vows Retreat: For couples looking to celebrate a milestone anniversary alongside The Meritage in 2026, this intimate vow renewal package includes 20% off suites, a private vineyard ceremony setup, a $600 paired dinner credit at Ember Steak, commemorative bottle of Napa wine, and more.

New Programming & Events

• Golden Menu Challenge: This self-guided culinary experience invites guests to sample limited-time anniversary creations across the resort's six dining venues, including a Golden Pineapple Margarita and a 24K Nigiri Bite, among others. Guests who complete the challenge receive a commemorative 20th anniversary wine tote.
• New and Monthly Spa Treatments & Full Moon Events: The resort's iconic Spa Terra will offer the new “Vintage Dawn”, pairing a 50-minute morning treatment with Numi Damiana Uplift Tea. Additional offerings to coincide with the anniversary year include a rotating lineup of seasonally-inspired experiences, such as the “Rooted in Bloom Body Ritual” as well as a “Moonlight in the Vines” meditation event under every full moon. 

Gather & Celebrate with Group Offers 

• For Friendscapes and Bridal Parties: Sip, Savor & Celebrate: This lively getaway blends poolside cabanas and a $400 resort credit with custom activities like private sparkling wine tastings and vineyard yoga. A dedicated Bach Bash Concierge is available to personalize each celebration to toast one's own milestones alongside The Meritage's.
• For Groups: Napa Platinum Package: This enhanced package offers anniversary-only perks such as hosted wine tastings, CSR experiences that support the Napa community, and site visits timed with Blue Note Napa concerts.

Two Decades of Community Impact 

The Meritage's legacy extends beyond hospitality to a longstanding commitment to the Napa community. As a significant local employer, the resort supports over 600 jobs and collaborates with area wineries, vendors, and small businesses to sustain the local economy. It also played a founding role in establishing Visit Napa Valley, helping shape the region's tourism growth.

Through partnerships with local nonprofits, including Habitat for Humanity Napa-Solano, Boys and Girls Club of Napa Valley, and Waggin' Trails Rescue Foundation just to name a few, the resort advances initiatives focused on hunger relief, housing stability, youth programs, and disaster response — opening its doors to evacuees and first responders during the 2017 Napa wildfires. Annual efforts such as holiday giving drives, clergy and community service retreats, and CSR experiences for meeting groups connect guests and planners with meaningful ways to give back locally, contributing more than $1M in community support to date.

“As we celebrate 20 years, our focus isn't just on this incredible Napa institution the Busch family has built, but on how we continue to serve Napa,” said Paul Maddison, managing director of The Meritage Resort and Spa. “From expanding community partnerships to creating new ways for guests and groups to give back, we're excited to continue to invest in the property and offer innovative experiences. We remain committed to ensuring The Meritage supports the people, businesses, and traditions that make this valley home.”

Celebrate with The Meritage Resort

The anniversary celebration begins in March 2026 and continues through the end of the year, with select offers extending into 2027.  Guests and locals are invited to explore and book anniversary experiences, offers, sweepstakes, events and more at: www.meritageresort.com/experience/celebrate-20-years-in-napa/

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