Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

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Kimpton Hotels
8.9 (799 reviews)
500 J Street , Sacramento , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean hotel
Friendly staff
Cons:
Hidden fees
Inconsistent service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.61
Some reviews indicated cleanliness issues like stained carpets.
Service
9.58
Valet team and front desk were noted for great service, but overall service experienced some negativity.
Location
9.62
Located in the heart of Sacramento, with walking distance to attractions.
Room Quality
8.07
Some rooms described as lacking a luxury feel and with basic finishes.
Amenities
9.1
Good amenities were mentioned, although costs were called into question.
Value for Money
8.06
Hidden fees and overrated experience affected perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.11
Free social hour with drinks and appetizers was appreciated.
Overall Experience
9.08
Mixed experiences but overall positive for most guests, with some exceptions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 02:15

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel in the heart of Sacramento offers a year-round outdoor pool, private parking, and a variety of on-site dining options. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, bathrobes, and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy unique cocktails at the pool-level lounge, Revival at the Sawyer.

Dining Experiences

Indulge in delicious meals at Echo & Rig steakhouse or enjoy a casual dining experience at Punch Bowl Social. The hotel caters to all tastes with a curated list of cocktails, beer, and wine.

Convenience and Comfort

With a 24-hour front desk, terrace, fitness center, and free bicycle use, Kimpton Sawyer Hotel ensures a seamless stay. Explore nearby attractions like the California Capitol Building and Museum just minutes away.

Book your stay at Kimpton Sawyer Hotel for a memorable Sacramento experience.

Important information:

The swimming pool and its hours are dependent on season or weather. Contact the hotel for more details.

Kimpton Hotels considers 10 or more rooms a group. Kimpton Hotels reserves the right to cancel 10 or more rooms booked online. Please contact the hotel directly if you are booking 10 or more rooms.

Please note that pets are not allowed in the pool area.

Please note that breakfast is only available in room dining.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SMF

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 40 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and costs USD 12.99 per 24 hours.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 799 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.61
Service: 9.58
Location: 9.62
Room Quality: 8.07
Amenities: 9.1
Value for Money: 8.06
Food and Beverage: 9.11
Overall Experience: 9.08
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Barbara • couple • us
9
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • us
10
I understand why it is rated the best hotel in Sacramento.
Pros:

Room, staff, clean, location, and amenities. There is much to do and free events in lobby which are fun.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • au
7
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Paola • couple • us
10
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Stoops • couple • us
10
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • couple • us
10
It was great just wish that we had more food choice
Pros:

More food choice’s for room service, simple and basic.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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george • family_with_children • us
5
Pros:

No breakfast restaurant on weekend

Cons:

Did not get the reservation from you

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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TJ • solo_traveller • us
9
Perfect location right next to the golden one center
Pros:

Perfect location for exploring downtown and right next to the Golden one center

Cons:

I found that the water wasn’t hot enough in the shower and I didn’t like how I had to check back in even though I extended my stay

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Jose • couple • us
10
Our stay was great celebrated our anniversary, they even gave us a champagne bottle and cups to start our amazing stay.
Pros:

The property was great and location/ parking was easy to get to. Hotel very clean staff very friendly as well. We checked out the roof top bar and pool it was a nice stay.

Cons:

Nothing that I didn’t like, everything was above what we expected.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Dezanea • couple • us
10
Relaxing
Pros:

It was clean. People were nice

Cons:

The parking

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • us
8
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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M.Paschall • family_with_children • us
10
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Madison • couple • us
10
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Anderson • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Pretty much everything that represents the hotel.

Cons:

No problems at all.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Myles • couple • us
10
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Kristi • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Jeffrey • couple • us
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Brionna • couple • us
2
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Arnold • solo_traveller • us
10
A quick visit. Safe and great location
Pros:

Location location location

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee