MERRY MERITAGE

MERRY MERITAGE

Napa's Favorite Holiday Tradition

Dreaming of sugar plums and ready to celebrate the holiday season? Merry Meritage returns to The Meritage Resort November 18-January 11 with Napa Valley's largest outdoor ice skating rink and enchanting winter village complete with a 40-foot tree, daily "snow" and festive entertainment and events.

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Stay, Skate & Save

HOLIDAY ESCAPE

Skate your way into the holidays and make dazzling memories with an overnight stay in our winter wonderland.

This package includes:

  • 20% off luxury resort accommodations
  • Unlimited ice skating and rentals for two
  • $50 daily resort credit for additional ice skaters, festive events, holiday dining, wine tasting, or seasonal spa treatments

Book a room  Book a Winter Village View Room

Terms & Conditions: Offer ends January 11, 2025. Valid on stays November 18, 2023-January 11, 2025. Offer may not be combined with any other offer or discounted rate and is subject to change at any time without notice. Rates are per room, per night and based on availability at the time of reservation. Taxes and resort fees apply. Resort credits or packaged inclusions are only applicable to the outlets indicated, have no cash value and cannot be used towards room rates or resort fees. Daily credits are not cumulative and must be used each day. Unused credits will not be refunded. Offers do not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms. Blackout dates and minimum stay requirements may apply. Other restrictions may apply.

Private Rinkside Fire Pit

S'more Fun

Enjoy cozy moments, toasty marshmallows, and warm service around your own private fire pit at the Merry Meritage ice skating rink. 

This package includes:

  • 10% off accommodations
  • Private fire pit for two hours
  • S’mores kit for five people
  • Dedicated server for additional food and beverage from Santa's Tavern and Food Truck

Book a room  Book a Winter Village View Room

Terms & Conditions: Offer ends January 11, 2025. Valid on stays November 18, 2023-January 11, 2025. Offer may not be combined with any other offer or discounted rate and is subject to change at any time without notice. Rates are per room, per night and based on availability at the time of reservation. Taxes and resort fees apply. Offers do not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms. Blackout dates and minimum stay requirements may apply. Other restrictions may apply.

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Outdoor Ice Skating

November 18 - January 11

Dash away to a winter wonderland destination in beautiful Napa Valley. Skate with family and friends, purchase beer and wine from our rinkside tasting rooms, or upgrade your experience and reserve a private igloo or fire pit.

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VIP Igloo

Igloos & Fire Pits

November 18 - January 11

Cozy up under twinkling lights with a private igloo or fire pit next to the ice rink. Roast s'mores and toast bubbles with up to 5 family and friends. Ice skating tickets sold separately but are not required.

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Holiday Dining

November 18 - January 5

Eat, drink and be merry at decadent culinary celebrations for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Plus, join us for special high teas and wine dinners throughout the winter season.

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Family Experiences

November 18 - January 5

Little ones can marvel in the joy and magic of the holidays at our Tree Lighting Ceremony, Storytime with Santa, Princess Tinsel Tea, themed skate nights, and other family-friendly experiences.

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Merry Meritage FAQs

How can I contact the ice rink team?

Please contact us at icerink@meritageresort.com and expect a response within 24 hours. 

Where is the ice rink located?

The ice rink is located on The Village Lawn at The Meritage Resort and Spa. The address is 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa, CA 94558.

What are the ice rink hours of operation?

The ice rink, Santa's Tavern & Village Food Truck are open daily 11:00am - 10:00pm now through January 11, 2025. 

For additional restaurant and tasting room hours of operation, please click here.

What are the dining options at the rink? Can I bring my own food and beverage?

Outside food and beverage is strictly prohibited. A variety of dining options are available at the rink and throughout the resort.

Santa's Tavern & Village Food Truck at the ice rink are open daily 11:00am - 10:00pm, serving festive non-alcoholic drinks and cocktails, wine, beer and casual eats. 

Additional on-site options include:

  • Sora Napa: Bubbles tasting room
  • Ember Steak: Upscale steakhouse
  • Fivetown Grocery: Deli and coffee
  • Village Tasting Rooms: Trinitas Cellars, Anarchist Wine Co. and GEN 7 Wines
  • Olive & Hay: Italian farm-to-table
  • Crush Lounge: Bowling and bar bites
  • Commons Bar: Cocktails and bar bites
  • Blend Cafe: Coffee and light bites to go

For hours of operation, menus and reservations, please click here.

Where can I purchase tickets for ice skating, igloos and fire pits?

Advance tickets for ice skating, fire pits and igloos may be purchased online here. Reservations are only valid for the time(s) and date(s) purchased. 

On-site tickets may be purchased via mobile phone/QR code, but rink capacity is limited to 90 guests and may sell out. To ensure availability, we advise guests to purchase tickets in advance.

Are skates included? Can I bring my own skates?

Ice skating tickets include 90 minutes of skating and ice skate rental. You may bring your own skates but there is no discount on your ticket. 

Igloo and fire pit reservations do not include ice skating. 

How much are igloos and fire pits? What is included with igloos and firepits?

Prices for igloos and fire pits vary by day and time.

Fire pits start at $125 for two hours and accommodate up to 5 people. Fire pits include a s'mores kit and dedicated server for purchasing additional food and beverage.

Igloos start at $150 for two hours and accommodate up to 6 people. Igloos include a dedicated server for purchasing food and beverage.

Outside food and beverage is strictly prohibited.

How many people can a igloo or firepit accommodate?

Fire pits accommodate up to 5 people, and igloos accommodate up to 6 people. For large party bookings including multiple fire pits or igloos next to each other, please contact icerink@meritageresort.com

Can I buy tickets on-site?

Yes, on-site tickets may be purchased via mobile phone/QR code, but rink capacity is limited to 90 guests and may sell out. To ensure availability, we advise guests to purchase tickets in advance online here.

Can I pay with cash at the resort?

Please be advised that we do not accept cash payment at this time. Debit or credit cards can be used for payment. 

Do you offer skate sharpening services?

No, we do not offer ice skate sharpening services.

Can I wear shoes on the ice?

No, for the safety of all skaters, only ice skates are allowed on the ice surface.

Do I need to wear socks with ice skates?

Yes, socks are required for ice skate rental.  There is no need to wear extra thick socks.

How long is an ice skating session?

Ice skating tickets are valid for 90 minutes of skating, which begins at your reserved time. To make the most of your session and be respectful of other skaters, you may check in up to 10 minutes before your skate time and up to 20 minutes after your skate time.

Is there an unlimited ice skating package ?

Unlimited ice skating is available as part of an overnight stay package at The Meritage Resort and Spa. The Merry Meritage Holiday Escape package includes accommodations, unlimited ice skating and skate rentals for two (2) during your stay, and a $50 daily resort credit for additional ice skaters, festive events, holiday dining, wine tasting or seasonal spa treatments. 

Can I purchase back-to-back skating sessions?

Yes, you can purchase as many ice skating sessions as you would like, based on availability. Each skating ticket is valid for 90 minutes of skate time.

What happens if it rains or the weather is unfavorable?

The ice rink remains open in light rain or drizzle. If heavy rain or severe storm conditions are expected, resulting in a venue closure, affected reservations will be rescheduled or refunded. Please contact icerink@meritageresort.com with any questions.

Can I cancel or change my tickets? Can tickets be used on a different date/time than reserved?

Tickets are non-refundable and reservations are only valid for the time(s) and date(s) purchased. However, reservations can be revised up to 24 hours before the reserved skating date/time without penalty. To update your reservation, please contact icerink@meritageresort.com. 

How old does a child need to be for ice skating?

There is no minimum (or maximum!) age, but we do require that a skating adult accompany any skaters under the age of 12 years old. 

Shoes and strollers are not allowed on the ice, and parents are not allowed to carry children while skating.

All skaters must purchase a ticket and wear ice skates. We have skates from toddler size 8 to adult size 15. We also offer skate helpers and double-runner skates for young children; these skates have two blades instead of one for more stability. We do not rent helmets, but you are welcome to bring your own. 

Are strollers allowed on the ice?

No, for the safety of all skaters, strollers are not permitted on the ice.

What are the smallest/largest skate size?

We have skates from toddler size 8 to adult size 15. We also offer double-runner skates for young children; these skates have two blades instead of one for more stability.

Can skaters 13-17 years of age attend without a parent or guardian?

No, skaters 13-17 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in attendance at the rink at all times.

Do you offer ice skating lessons?

No, we do not offer ice skating lessons.

Can I wear a helmet?

Of course, extra protection is always encouraged. We do not rent helmets, but you are welcome to bring your own.

Do you offer stand-up skate helpers?

We have a limited number of stand-up skate  helpers that can be reserved in advance when you purchase your ice skating tickets online.

We also offer double-runner skates for shoe sizes toddler 8 to youth 2; these skates have two blades instead of one for more stability.  

Is the ice rink ADA accessible? Are wheelchairs allowed on the ice?

Yes, our ice rink is ADA accessible. We allow and encourage wheelchairs on the ice. Please ask a guest service member for assistance.