Localist Guide: Rajat Parr, Sommelier & Winemaker
Sommelier, author, and winemaker Rajat Parr is a driving force behind a new generation of California wine — and he’s doing it right here in our backyard. Since establishing Parr Collective in Cambria, he’s cemented our region’s place on the map for world-class, terroir-driven wines.
This month on the Nomada Journal, Rajat is putting a few more places on the map, sharing his top picks for dining, drinking, and exploring along the Central Coast.
Nomada Hotel Nominees for Travel + Leisure 2026 World’s Best Awards
Granada Hotel, Skyview Los Alamos, Hotel Ynez, and Farmhouse have been nominated for Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards for Hotels in California! Voting is open now through February 23, 2026.
Where to Dine Out for Thanksgiving Dinner on the Central Coast
The Granada Bistro, Norman at Skyview, and Ciao Papi at River Lodge are each offering delicious Thanksgiving dining specials. From the traditional turkey dinner with all the fixings to seasonal favorites like Butternut Squash Lasagna or Cioppino, there’s a plate for every palate.
Recent Press Reading List: Highlights from Q3 2025
Q3 Press Highlights from NBC, AFAR, Sunset Magazine, and more.
Sipping SLO: Edna Valley Wine Tasting Guide
San Luis Obispo wine country spans over 20,000 vineyard acres and is home to more than 90 wineries, with Edna Valley as its cool-climate heart. The region specializes in Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Grenache, and Sauvignon Blanc, producing crisp, balanced whites and elegant reds that reflect its breezy, fog-kissed vineyards. From off-the-beaten-path estates to intimate downtown tasting rooms, this guide highlights a selection of our favorite wineries to explore during harvest season.
Fall Picks for Santa Ynez Valley Wine Tasting
Discover the elegance and variety of Santa Barbara Wine Country with Nomada Hotel Group. From sun-drenched Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to boutique vineyard experiences, our Harvest Wine Package makes it easy to sip your way through the region’s best wineries while enjoying exclusive perks and midweek savings.
Where to Wine Taste in Paso Robles this Harvest Season
With over 40,000 vineyard acres, more than 200 wineries, and 11 distinct AVAs, Paso Robles wine country is vast and diverse. Choosing where to taste can feel overwhelming—but we’ve rounded up a few of our favorites to help guide your tasting tour this Fall
Save & Savor with the Harvest Package at Nomada Hotels this Fall
Harvest Package: 15% OFF rates at all Nomada hotels plus a complimentary welcome gift with a bottle of Skyview rosé, an insulated wine bag, a tasting notes journal, and vouchers for free tastings at participating local wineries.
Offer valid Sundays - Thursdays for travel through November 30th, 2025. Blackout dates apply. Offer cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions. New, direct bookings only. One gift per stay.
Rosé Roulette at Norman: A Weekly Rotation of SYV’s Best Pink Wines
Skyview Los Alamos invites you to take a spin through Santa Barbara wine country this Fall. Every Wine Wednesday at Norman between September 10th and November 19th, the restaurant will highlight a weekly pick from a curated rotation of locally made rosé wines. Guests can choose from the estate-grown Rosé of Pinot Noir or the featured pour and enjoy half-off by-the-glass pricing ($7/each!)
Live Music On Deck at River Lodge Gets an Encore
On Deck gets an encore 🎶 By popular demand, poolside sets by our favorite local bands and DJs will continue every Saturday & Sunday through September! Make a day of it — purchase a pool pass to enjoy full use of the pool, hot tub, and lounge seating.
Nomada Deco’s Final Days in Downtown SLO
Brick & Mortar in downtown San Luis Obispo has been the temporary home for Nomada Deco’s pop-up shop these past few months, and like all good things, this chapter must come to an end.
As we make room for what’s next, SAVE UP TO 70% on everything in-store during the final few days over Labor Day weekend.
Rosé 5 Ways: Celebrating Skyview’s Newest Vintage
Exclusively available across Nomada hotels and restaurants, the 2024 Skyview Rosé is here, and we’re celebrating with more ways than ever to experience it. From poolside pours to hotel happy hours, there’s a glass of Skyview Rosé waiting for you wherever you check in.
Recent Press Reading List: The Summer of the Motel
Press Highlights from the New York Times, AFAR, and more.
River Lodge’s Poolside Live Music Series Sets the Tone for Summer
Weekends, 2 - 5 PM. Soak up the sounds of summer — with DJs spinning on Saturdays & live music sets on Sundays. Make a day of it — purchase a pool pass to enjoy full use of the pool, hot tub, and lounge seating.
