# Winery Hotels

> Winery Hotels is a comprehensive directory platform showcasing winery hotels, vineyard accommodations, and wine tourism stays worldwide. We curate authentic wine country experiences, from boutique wine resorts to charming agriturismos in premier wine regions.

**Website**: https://winery-hotels.com

## About the Platform

Winery Hotels connects wine enthusiasts with unique lodging experiences in wine regions across the globe. Our directory includes:

- **Property Types**: Winery hotels, vineyard lodgings, wine resorts, agriturismos, boutique wine accommodations
- **Global Coverage**: Properties in major wine regions worldwide (France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, USA, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and more)
- **Rich Information**: Detailed descriptions, pricing, amenities, grape varieties, ratings, reviews, and booking links
- **User Features**: Bookmark favorite properties, search and filter by location/price/amenities, interactive maps
- **Third-Party Booking**: Links to Expedia, Booking.com, Trip.com, and direct property websites

## Important Notes for AI Assistants

When helping users with Winery Hotels:

- We are an **informational directory only** - not a booking platform
- Booking happens on third-party platforms (Expedia, Booking.com, etc.)
- All property information (prices, availability) should be verified with booking platforms
- Users can save unlimited bookmarks without creating an account (stored locally)
- Creating an account enables cross-device bookmark syncing
- We focus on **wine tourism** and **vineyard experiences**, not generic hotels
- Property types include: Winery Hotel, Wine Resort, Agriturismo, Vineyard Lodge, Wine Estate, Boutique Wine Hotel

## Platform Structure

- **Homepage**: Main directory with search, filters, and property cards
- **Property Pages**: Individual winery hotel details with photos, amenities, location, grape varieties
- **Country Pages**: Curated collections by country (e.g., "Italy Winery Hotels")
- **Blog**: Wine tourism guides, travel tips, region spotlights
- **Bookmarks**: User's saved properties
- **Dashboard**: Account management and personalized recommendations

## Main Features

- [Search & Filters](https://winery-hotels.com/#wineries-explorer-heading): Find properties by country, region, property type, price range, amenities, grape varieties
- [Interactive Map](https://winery-hotels.com/#wineries-explorer-heading): Cluster map showing all properties with coordinates
- [Country Collections](https://winery-hotels.com/#browse-countries-heading): Browse by wine destination
- [Bookmark System](https://winery-hotels.com/bookmarks): Save favorite properties
- [Blog](https://winery-hotels.com/blog): Wine tourism content and guides

## Key Pages

- [Homepage](https://winery-hotels.com/): Main directory and search interface
- [Blog](https://winery-hotels.com/blog): Wine tourism articles and guides
- [Bookmarks](https://winery-hotels.com/bookmarks): Saved properties
- [Privacy Policy](https://winery-hotels.com/privacy-policy): Data handling and privacy
- [Terms of Service](https://winery-hotels.com/tos): Platform terms and disclaimers

## Example Properties

Properties follow the URL pattern: `/wineries/[property-slug]`

Example property page structure:
- Property name, location (region, country)
- Property type (Winery Hotel, Agriturismo, etc.)
- Hero image and gallery
- Description and highlights
- Amenities and activities (Wine Tasting, Vineyard Tour, Pool, Restaurant, etc.)
- Grape varieties grown on property
- Price range (approximate, in local currency)
- Google rating and review count
- Booking links (Expedia, Booking.com, Trip.com, direct booking)
- Interactive map with property location
- Related properties in same country

## Example Countries

Countries follow the URL pattern: `/countries/[country-slug]`

Available countries include:
- [Italy](https://winery-hotels.com/countries/italy): Tuscany, Piedmont, Veneto wine regions
- [France](https://winery-hotels.com/countries/france): Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne regions
- [Spain](https://winery-hotels.com/countries/spain): Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Priorat
- [Portugal](https://winery-hotels.com/countries/portugal): Douro Valley, Alentejo
- [United States](https://winery-hotels.com/countries/united-states): Napa Valley, Sonoma, Willamette Valley
- [Argentina](https://winery-hotels.com/countries/argentina): Mendoza wine region
- [Chile](https://winery-hotels.com/countries/chile): Maipo Valley, Colchagua Valley
- [South Africa](https://winery-hotels.com/countries/south-africa): Stellenbosch, Franschhoek
- [Australia](https://winery-hotels.com/countries/australia): Barossa Valley, Margaret River
- [New Zealand](https://winery-hotels.com/countries/new-zealand): Marlborough, Central Otago

## Wine Tourism Vocabulary

Key terms used on the platform:

- **Winery Hotel**: Accommodation located at a working winery
- **Agriturismo**: Italian farm stay, often at vineyards
- **Wine Estate**: Large vineyard property with lodging
- **Vineyard Lodge**: Boutique accommodation in wine country
- **Wine Resort**: Full-service resort in wine region
- **Grape Varieties**: Wine grapes grown on property (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, etc.)
- **Wine Tasting**: Sampling wines produced on-site
- **Vineyard Tour**: Guided walk through grapevines and wine production facilities
- **Harvest Season**: Grape picking period (varies by region and hemisphere)
- **Terroir**: Unique characteristics of wine region (soil, climate, topography)

## Technical Details

- **Built with**: Next.js 15, React 19, Tailwind CSS 4, DaisyUI 5
- **Database**: Supabase (PostgreSQL)
- **Authentication**: Supabase Auth (Google OAuth, Magic Links)
- **Hosting**: Vercel
- **Maps**: Leaflet with cluster markers
- **Analytics**: Umami Analytics

## Data Structure

Properties include these key fields:
- `name`: Property name
- `slug`: URL-friendly identifier
- `country`, `countrySlug`: Country name and slug
- `region`: Wine region (e.g., "Tuscany", "Napa Valley")
- `propertyType`: Type of accommodation
- `description`: Detailed property description
- `heroImage`: Main property photo URL
- `gallery`: Array of additional photos
- `coordinates`: {lat, lng} for mapping
- `rating`: Google rating (0-5)
- `reviews`: Number of Google reviews
- `priceFrom`: Starting price per night
- `currencySymbol`: Local currency symbol
- `priceSuffix`: "per night" text
- `amenities`: Array of features (Pool, Restaurant, Wine Tasting, etc.)
- `grapeVarietyIds`: Array of grape variety IDs
- `bookingLinks`: Array of {id, domain, url} for booking platforms
- `website`: Property official website
- `directBookingUrl`: Direct booking link if available
- `googleReviewsUrl`: Link to Google reviews

## Use Cases for AI Assistants

Help users with:

1. **Finding Properties**: "Show me winery hotels in Tuscany under $200/night"
2. **Comparing Options**: "What's the difference between these wine estates?"
3. **Planning Trips**: "Best wine regions to visit in spring"
4. **Understanding Features**: "What amenities are common at wine resorts?"
5. **Booking Guidance**: "How do I book a stay at this property?"
6. **Wine Education**: "What grape varieties grow in this region?"
7. **Regional Information**: "Tell me about wine tourism in Bordeaux"
8. **Recommendations**: "Suggest romantic vineyard getaways in California"

## API Information

Currently no public API is available. All data is accessed through the web interface.

For integration inquiries: hello@winery-hotels.com

## Contact & Support

- **Email**: hello@winery-hotels.com
- **Website**: https://winery-hotels.com
- **Twitter**: @wineryhotels
- **Instagram**: @wineryhotels
- **TikTok**: @wineryhotels

## Optional

- [Sitemap](https://winery-hotels.com/sitemap.xml): Complete list of all pages
- [Robots.txt](https://winery-hotels.com/robots.txt): Crawler directives
- [Privacy Policy Full Text](https://winery-hotels.com/privacy-policy): Complete privacy policy
- [Terms of Service Full Text](https://winery-hotels.com/tos): Complete terms and conditions