Best Hotels in Sacramento

Updated June 25, 2026. The best Sacramento hotel depends on the trip. A hotel near Golden 1 Center is not the same as a Midtown food weekend, a Capitol business trip, or a quiet riverfront stay.

Best Sacramento hotels by trip type

  1. Kimpton Sawyer Hotel - best for Golden 1 Center, DOCO, concerts, Kings weekends, and first-time visitors.
  2. Hyatt House Sacramento-Midtown - best for Midtown restaurants, bars, coffee, murals, and neighborhood energy.
  3. The Citizen Hotel - best for Capitol access, legal/government travel, and downtown history.
  4. Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento - best for convention center access, theaters, restaurants, and short downtown trips.
  5. The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa - best for couples, quieter trips, riverfront stays, and travelers with a car.

Neighborhood shortcut

Stay Downtown or DOCO if the trip revolves around Golden 1 Center, concerts, or conventions. Stay in Midtown if food and nightlife matter more. Stay near the Capitol for business and government travel. Stay riverfront if you want a calmer base.

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