Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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500 J Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814
  • Place, Golden 1 Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Downtown Commons
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, California State Capitol
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Room (Essential)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(86 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Separate Shower, Soaking Tub)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (View)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobility Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobility Access)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Sacramento

With a stay at Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Sacramento, steps from Downtown Commons and Golden 1 Center. .This luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from California State Railroad Museum and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Sacramento History Museum.

What's nearby

  • Golden 1 Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Downtown Commons - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • K Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • California State Capitol - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sacramento Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento Valley Station - 4 min walk
  • 7th & I/County Center Station - 4 min walk
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Bernardo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lexus Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Capital Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sierra Nevada Draught House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yard House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG offers 250 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Sacramento hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Make yourself at home in one of the 250 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Revival serving guests of Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. This hotel has 9 meeting rooms available for events.
Revival - This restaurant serves dinner only.

Awards and affiliations

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 12.99 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 12.99 per day)

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (USD 28 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Revival

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Dogs are not allowed in the pool area.
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Breakfast is offered via room service only.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 29.16 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 12.99 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 12.99 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 28.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1174 out of 1509 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 1509 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1509 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1509 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1509 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shae

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Run down, homeless directly outside of hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Reese

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We had some issues upon check in whereby we had just settled in our room and were showing/changing when someone let themselves into our room. When we alerted reception, they told us they “would take care of it” and we never heard anything back from anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Elk Grove

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room and work out facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great. And the rooms are clean. Government is centrally located
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Leah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is nice, staff is friendly, location is great because there is food and entertainment close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the staff was really friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every staff member we encountered from the time we pulled up u til we left was so nice and accommodating. The hotel was very clean with tons of great amenities the cocktail hour was awesome and the late night room service we ordered came so fast piping hot and was delicious. We will never stay anywhere else when we visit Sacramento
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, CONCORD

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay! This is our go-to hotel in downtown Sacramento. Walkable to the Amtrak station and downtown spots. Clean rooms, comfortable bed, and friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janell

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is always top notch Rooms are clean
Grate view of Sacramento
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sabroop

👍
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. Staff was welcoming. Great accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place all around!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, modern, clean and big. This hotel knows dogs (and people)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026