The Best, Most Walkable Hotels in Petaluma, Santa Rosa, Windsor, and Cloverdale 

The riverside town of Petaluma is now a foodie haven, with dining options that include a mix of ethnic cuisines and awarding-winning restaurants using the best locally grown and produced products. In addition to wine, Petaluma boasts world-class beers and ales, award-winning olive oils, and artisan cheeses that are served in some of the finest restaurants nationwide. 

Hotel Petaluma 

Situated in the heart of downtown Petaluma, the historic Hotel Petaluma (built in 1923) with its vintage 1920s facade offers guests the convenience of being located within a few blocks of the restaurants and eateries, bars, antique shops, museums, and entertainment venues in downtown Petaluma as well as a short walk from Theater Square. Housed inside the same beautiful, old building are The Shuckery restaurant, Barber Cellars tasting room, and a small cocktail bar inside the hotel’s lounge and lobby area.  

Metro Hotel 

Housed in a 140-year-old restored building, Metro Hotel has garnered acclaim for its colorful Parisian style, historic charm, unique character, and delicious French bakery fare. At well under $200/night, the hotel is also a popular budget-friendly option in Petaluma. The 15-room boutique hotel is just a 10-minute walk from Petaluma’s Theater square and popular restaurants and bars like Sol Food, La Dolce Vita Wine Lounge, and Wild Goat Bistro. 

Windsor may not offer as many boutique or luxury hotel options as neighboring cities like Healdsburg and Santa Rosa, but the city is perfectly located for easy access (with just a short drive) to almost every part of Sonoma County. For those who are looking to visit wineries, shop, or attend events in both Healdsburg and Santa Rosa, Windsor is the perfect base from which to explore. The city features a charming town center focused around the Windsor Town Green where locals and visitors gather almost all year long for outdoor events and is home to many of Sonoma County’s best wineries.  

Hampton Inn and Suites 

Located 12 minutes north of Santa Rosa and nine minutes south of Healdsburg by car, Hampton Inn and Suites provides a comfy base from which to explore Sonoma County Wine Country by car. The inn is also conveniently situated just a short walk from the Windsor Town Green and central Windsor shops.  

Cloverdale sits in the northernmost part of Sonoma County at the border between Sonoma and Mendocino counties, just 15 minutes north (by car) from Healdsburg. 

Pinschower Inn 

Housed in a gorgeous Queen Anne Victorian house built in 1901, the historic Pinschower Inn offers luxury accommodations in the heart of downtown Cloverdale. Merging Old World craftsmanship with modern amenities, this charming, stately bed and breakfast sits right on Main Street, within one to two blocks of downtown tasting rooms, shops, and restaurants. The property features seven unique rooms, including three tower suites. All stays include a full breakfast each morning.