Six Senses Napa Valley brings wellness and sustainability /

Six Senses is expanding its commitment to wellness and sustainability to a new location in Napa County, a major agricultural area known for world-class wines. Named after the natural thermal Aetna Springs discovered in the 1870s, the original resort thrived as a natural spa destination until the 1970s, with Aetna mineral water also sold throughout the American West.

“Six Senses Napa Valley will combine the beauty of the region with the unique natural resources of the original Aetna Springs,” said Six Senses CEO Neil Jacobs. “Working with Weller Development Partners, Pegasus Capital Advisors and dedicated sustainability partners, we have the right energy to revitalize this precious jewel in the Napa crown as a destination to bring our guests back to a connection with the nature, each other and ultimately themselves.”

Heritage Restoration

Conveniently located a two-hour drive from San Francisco, Six Senses Napa Valley welcomes guests to the western edge of a sprawling 3,000-acre property. The existing structures are carefully preserved and the landscape regenerated to bring back the beauty and functionality of the natural mineral resources, with an emphasis on native planting.

As for the historic resort itself, award-winning architecture firm Olson Kundig will work with California-based Architectural Resources Group and renowned multi-historic project developer Weller Development Partners to ensure the structures are preserved and adapted for the next chapter. in his story.

“There is so much about this site that I find very inspiring, from its layered history as an agricultural and resort community to its breathtaking natural beauty. This new project presents a great opportunity to provide visitors with an authentic experience that focuses on deepening connections to this special landscape,” said Tom Kundig, director/owner and founder of Olson Kundig.

There is a choice of 95 rooms and suites, including ten tent-style structures, with interiors designed by 1508 London, renowned for their expertise and unique capabilities in luxury hospitality. There will also be 16 branded residences, serviced by Six Senses, which will have access to a dedicated lounge in addition to all the resort amenities.

Connecting past, present and future

With a retreat atmosphere and location, wellness will be central to luring local and international guests. Programming includes yoga, meditation, mindfulness, Visiting Practitioners and various treatments and therapies, all inspired by nature. Personalized longevity programs will work on the mind, gut and skin connection, combining scientific advances in neuroscience with ancient wisdom worth remembering.

The historic mineral springs will be revitalized with indoor and outdoor thermal experiences and bathing. For anyone new to natural swimming, this is the place to experience the joy of floating in a pond, belly and mind floating as the sun cuts through the morning mist. Restored greenery provides privacy for a secluded lounge after swimming on the surrounding decks.

Next comes groundbreaking indoor bathing facilities featuring local herbs and essential oils in hot and cold therapies as guests relax and rejuvenate, privately or socially, to tap into the positive vibes of the entire community.

The sensory Alchemy Bar is the place to combine spa scrubs and soaps to match the season and mood, with natural ingredients picked from the resort’s organic garden.

the richness of nature

One of the four food and beverage outlets will be an open dining room with long communal tables and cozy nooks between the totem poles for intimate dinners, popping corks or questions.

The (unsurprisingly named) spring will entice guests into a casual and open-air space to celebrate Aetna Springs’ history of bottling and distilling mineral water. Diluting all that water creates the region’s best wines, including Napa’s famous Cabernets.

The Juice & Brew Bar offers even more taste sensations, with in-house alchemists of the liquid variety crafting homemade and herbal tonics and tinctures, detox juices, craft and draft beers, and original and classic cocktail recipes.

Regeneration for future generations

The investment group, comprising Weller Development Partners, Pegasus Capital Advisors and IHG Hotels & Resorts, will work with expert sustainability partners to restore the recreational green spaces, vineyards and agricultural activities that support the resort. The water bottling program will tap into the natural resources and offset operational water needs. Practices such as redesigning zones and using sustainable design and materials will help the resort achieve LEED certification.

“We are very excited about our continued partnership with Six Senses and Pegasus Capital Advisors,” said Marc Weller, Founding Partner and President at Weller Development Partners. “As we continue to strategically expand our hospitality division nationally and internationally, the Aetna Springs development in Napa presents a phenomenal opportunity to marry the best luxury hotel brand in the world with one of the most incredible natural landscapes in the United States.”

“We are excited to continue our longstanding relationship with Six Senses as they embody our ethos of sustainability, health and wellness,” said David Cogut, Partner at Pegasus Capital Advisors. “Six Senses Napa Valley will create an extraordinary experience that will stay with guests as the property is restored and given new life.”

Six Senses Napa Valley is expected to open in 2026.