Savor Summer: Unhurried Afternoons & Alfresco Evenings

Summer in Northern California offers a blend of understated elegance and easygoing charm—perfectly reflected in a stay at the Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa. With warm days and breezy evenings, July is ideal for lingering lunches on sun-dappled patios and unhurried drives through wine country.

Guests can explore the boutique wineries of Lamorinda, where small-production vintages and intimate tastings provide a quieter alternative to Napa. Alfresco dining is a highlight of the season—Postino’s patio and our hotel’s own restaurant, The Park Bistro and Bar, offer refined, seasonal fare beneath twinkling lights.

For those looking to unwind, the hotel’s award-winning spa provides a serene sanctuary. A massage followed by a few hours by the pool is a worthy indulgence. Nearby, easy excursions include strolls through the Lafayette Reservoir, a visit to the local farmers’ market, or shopping along Mt. Diablo Boulevard’s local boutiques.

From relaxed luxury to small-town charm, summer in Lafayette is meant to be savored. It’s a place where the pace softens, moments stretch a little longer, and time is spent well and without hurry.