Fodor's Expert Review El Bonita Motel

A classic 1950s-style neon sign marks the driveway to this roadside motel that during the off-season offers solid value to budget-minded travelers. Being in the Wine Country you'll pay a premium for the convenient location along Highway 29 a mile south of downtown St. Helena, but the rooms are tidy, and the landscaped grounds and picnic tables elevate the property over similar accommodations. Family-friendly pluses include rollaway beds and cribs for a modest charge. To avoid highway noise, ask for a room farthest from the road.