Sacramento, the State Capitol of California, has a rich history as a Gold Rush town and important transportation hub. Hotels is Sacramento offer comfortable lodging. Attractions include The California State Capitol, California State Railroad Museum, Crocker Art Museum, Sutter's Fort State Historic Park Discovery Museum Gold Rush History Center and the Governors Mansion State Historic Park.
The city was settled in 1839 when a Swiss emigrant, Captain John Sutter, got a 50,000 acre Land grant from the Mexican government. The town was laid out on Sutter's property in 1848, which is the same year that gold was discovered near the South Fork of the American River starting the Great California Gold Rush. Sacramento quickly became a major supply center for the northern Mother Lode country. In 1856 the first railroad in California connected Sacrament to Folsom. In 1860 the town became the main terminus of the Pony Express line.
Following are some of the best hotels in the City of Sacramento:
- Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel: The Sheraton is located in the beautifully restored historic Public Market Building in the heart of downtown Sacramento. The best restaurants and shopping in the city are within blocks of the Sheraton. The Sacramento Convention Center is conveniently located right across the street. The California State Capital Complex is a block from the. hotel. Hotel amenities include: 24 hour fitness facility, heated outdoor swimming pool, business center, concierge service, Restaurants on the premises include: Morgans Central Valley Bistro feature fresh California cuisine, Glides Market and Public Market Bar. AAA Four Diamond. 916-447-1700.
- Hyatt Regency Sacramento: Located a few blocks from the California State Capitol and the Sacramento Convention Center. Many of the guestrooms have view of the beautiful State Capitol buildings. Amenities include: heated outdoor swimming pool, complimentary fitness facility, heated outdoor whirlpool, wireless high speed Internet. Dining on the premises: Vines Cafe for All Seasons, Dawson's American Bistro, and room service. AAA Four Diamond. 916-443-1234.
- Amber House Bed and Breakfast Inn: Inn is well known for providing warm and welcoming hospitality, special pampering and impeccable service. Luxury accommodations in ten room inn include: jacuzzi bathtubs for two, Italian marble tiled private bathrooms, full gourmet breakfast served in room, fireplaces, turn down service with fresh baked chocolate Chip cookies, wireless Internet service, concierge service, cable TV, early morning coffee and newspaper outside room door. AAA Four Diamond. 800-755-6526.
- Sacramento Marriott Rancho: The Sacramento Marriott is located in upscale Rancho Cordova, CA, a suburban are 17 miles from the city. Non-smoking hotel has120 guest rooms. Hotel features outdoor swimming pool, whirlpool, exercise room and concierge service. Dine at Formaggio Taverna and Patio Italian Restaurant on the premises. AAA Four Diamond. 916-638-1100.
Information subject to change. Contact the hotels for additional information and to make reservations.
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