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This Hidden Gem Art Deco Hotel in Central California Deserves a Toast and Has the Perfect Spot!

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Creator's Key Takeaways

this is one of the most comfortable beds we've ever been in and great pillows

the views from the elderwood restaurant are really stunning

the cocktail menu is developed by the bartenders and changes seasonally

this building being built in 1935 and the Art Deco it just brings back memories for us

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book dinner or brunch at the Elderwood as soon as you make hotel plans because it gets very booked up.
Check the hotel website for events and activities throughout the year.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the history of the Darling Hotel?
QWhat are the amenities and dining options at the Darling Hotel?
QWhy is the Elderwood restaurant a must-visit?

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The Darling Hotel brings the casual elegance of the 1930's, with award-winning restoration of Art Deco design elements, to the Gateway to the Sequoias. Elevate your visit to the National Parks or as you travel through California, with this lovely, comfortable and unique Trip Advisor favorite (2024 Traveler's Choice Winner & 2021 Hottest New Hotels--one of only 4 properties in the US on this "Best of the Best" Global list). The rooftop restaurant "Elderwood" offers warm “fire pits” and beautiful views to accompany comfortable yet sophisticated cuisine, while indoors at the bar your craft cocktail adventure begins with a frequently refreshed menu of original libations. This property, built in 1935, is so wonderful that it is even frequented by locals, in Visalia, California, where we lived for decades. As full-time world travelers now, it's still one of our favorite "home" experiences. So as they say, "Welcome home, Darling!" If you're interested in booking a stay or restaurant reservation, we recommend booking as far ahead as possible due to high demand much of the year. We'd love for you to use our affiliate link (we earn a small commission) at booking.com: GET PRICES & BOOK THE DARLING HOTEL: https://tidd.ly/4hcoDVB Subscribe to enjoy our other property and location reviews, and videos about full-time travel (nomad) life, as well as our Daily-ish vlog of our life, on this channel. Explore our extensive cruising lifestyle when we're not on land, on our other YouTube channel (link below). We also have lots more info on our website: https://www.tastelifewithus.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @CruiseThroughRetirement @CheersWithUs2 ⁠ ⁠If you enjoy our videos and would like to say thanks, you can buy us a coffee (or a glass of wine) at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tastelifewithus ⁠ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taste_life_with_us and Facebook https://www.Facebook.com/tastelifewu The following are affiliate links for which we will receive a commission for any purchase you make on these sites through our link. To understand how affiliate marketing works, please visit: http://paidforadvertising.com/ Thank you for supporting our efforts by using these links #ad #referral BOOKING.COM: http://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?mid=6776&id=1702651 RENTALCARS.COM: http://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?mid=29081&id=1702651 #travelvlog #travellifestyle #worldnomads #retirementtravel #nomadvlog #fulltimetravel #tastelifewithus #Dailytaste #TheDarlingHotel #ElderwoodRestaurant #visalia #gatewaytothesequoias #sequoianationalpark #craftcocktails