Sacramento's lodging market shows RevPAR growth driven by ADR gains, with ~36 hotels in the development pipeline supported by major anchors including the Railyards, airport expansion, and new healthcare facilities.
BWH® Hotels today announced the opening of the Aiden Sacramento Downtown, the latest location of the design-forward, global boutique brand. Located in the heart of the city, the hotel blends mid-century inspired architectural elements with contemporary interiors designed for both comfort and connection.
The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Nichols as General Manager of the refined property located in Sacramento's vibrant Downtown Commons. Overseeing the hotel's daily operations, Nichols' extensive hospitality background prepares her to guide the hotel with innovative strategy, thoughtful leadership and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection, located in downtown Sacramento, has appointed Erik Dandee as the property's new Executive Chef, overseeing all culinary operations for the hotel, including its acclaimed farm-to-fork restaurant, Grange Restaurant & Bar. With more than 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality and fine dining, Dandee brings a passion for local sourcing, culinary innovation, and guest-focused hospitality to one of the city's most iconic hotels and historic landmarks.
PEG, a leading commercial real estate investment firm, is pleased to announce the grand opening of the newly built Residence Inn Sacramento Cal Expo, a state-of-the-art extended-stay hotel providing Marriott's road warriors with a new, fresh product in the Sacramento market. The new extended-stay hotel, located at 550 Leisure Ln near SAFE Credit Union, Cal Expo, and Heart Health Park, features 177 upscale apartment-style units, offering spacious living areas and the conveniences of home, catering to guests seeking longer and more comfortable stays.
The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa is pleased to announce its new name and unveil its multimillion-dollar renovation. Nestled along the historic Sacramento River, the upscale, contemporary hotel has transformed all of its 101 spacious guestrooms and suites, its striking lobby and check-in area, and expansive meetings and events spaces. The property will also debut a newly constructed private marina in early spring 2025, where guests can host private events and local boaters can dock and enjoy the hotel's offerings. The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa is owned by Monarch Alternative Capital and operated by HHM Hotels, an award-winning hotel management and investment company that operates over 235 full-service and select-service hotels across the United States and Canada.
AXIS Architecture + Design, the noted and award-winning West Coast hospitality design, hotel renovation, multi-family residential design, and affordable housing architectural design firm, is pleased to announce the completion of their latest new-build hospitality design project: the AC Hotel Sacramento. Following its soft-opening this summer, the property recently officially started welcoming guests.
The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Claire Johnsen as Director of Sales and Marketing for the 250-room hotel located in the vibrant Downtown Commons (DOCO) area. With nearly a decade of experience at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Johnsen brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of driving significant revenue growth, spearheading innovative group and leisure sales strategies, cultivating strong client relationships as well as delivering exceptional marketing and public relations strategies.
AC Hotel Sacramento, located in the heart of downtown Sacramento, is now open. The new hotel, which celebrates its opening today, March 7, is part of the AC Hotels by Marriott® brand. Guests can now book a room at the brand new hotel and take advantage of the "Shop Til' You Drop in Sacramento" package which includes a $25 gift card to local shops like DOCO Shopping, Old Sacramento, Convention Center and Golden One Arena. To redeem the package, use code "SHO" when making the reservation.
Over the past decade, Sacramento has seen strong economic growth, driven by investment in the Downtown and Natomas submarkets. Fueled by rising costs in the San Francisco Bay Area, businesses and individuals have migrated inland toward the more cost-efficient Sacramento Valley. With several major commercial developments in the works, Sacramento should experience sustained growth in the near term.
A seasoned hospitality professional with extensive management experience, Kohl's career spans many years with numerous positions throughout the restaurant, catering, and event world. For the past five years, Kohl served as general manager of the local Sacramento favorite, Ink Eats & Drinks, supporting the iconic restaurant through its 20th anniversary. Prior to that, she managed the suites and premium hospitality division with the Minor League Baseball team, the Sacramento River Cats.
Prior to joining the Sawyer, Hindman spent 15 years overseeing food and beverage programs at resorts and casinos across the country. Hindman most recently served as the executive director of food and beverage for Edgewood Tahoe Resort, a five-star, world-class resort for golf, events, and dining, where he specialized in banquet operations. Additional properties include Horseshoe Casino in Cleveland, Ohio; Harrah's Gulf Coast Casino and Hotel in Biloxi, Mississippi; Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, Minnesota; and Harrah's Casino and Hotel in Maryland Heights, Missouri, where he began his career.
Latest round of enhancements to include Presidential-inspired lobby and mezzanine-level Scandal Lounge.
Adaptive Reuse of 95-Year-Old Former Eastern Star Hall.
Boasting more than 30 years of culinary experience and having worked in highly acclaimed restaurants around the world, Chef Didier Gerbi brings classic French culinary training and a vast knowledge of California farm-to-fork to the Kimpton Sawyer. Specializing in French, Italian, and Spanish cuisines, Chef Gerbi owned a restaurant in France for 20 years before moving stateside and working in some of the finest restaurants and resorts throughout Northern Calif. He most recently served as executive chef of Harris Ranch Inn & Restaurant in Coalinga, Calif. where he managed the resort's three kitchens and curated menus for its banquet offerings, restaurants, pool bar, store, and boutique. Previously, he held executive chef roles at Tenaya Lodge in Yosemite, Wine & Roses in Lodi, and The French Garden in Sebastopol. Chef Gerbi is passionate about working with small farms and specialty vendors to utilize heirloom fruits and vegetables, local seafood and meats, and California olive oil in his culinary creations. Outside of work, he enjoys playing guitar with his son and is always on the hunt for Converse Chuck Taylor sneakers to add to his expansive collection.
A seasoned hospitality leadership professional, Mark Reck joins the Kimpton Sawyer team with over 20 years of experience in managing culinary operations working with independent restaurants to large-scale hotels. Most recently serving as director of food and beverage at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland, Reck specializes in operational management and process improvement, leading to top line growth while expanding bottom line potential. A Northern California native, Reck gained a deep understanding of the Sacramento culinary scene while conceptualizing and opening the successful Midtown jazz and blues supper club Frog & Slim, as well as serving as director of food and beverage at 335-room Hilton Arden West Sacramento. Reck is passionate about creating positive guest experiences by leading his teams with integrity and a strong work ethic, ultimately building associates' career growth and restaurant success. In his spare time, Reck enjoys golfing and cheering on his favorite sports teams, Stanford and the San Francisco Giants.
196 newly redesigned guestrooms and suites and 9,900 square feet of meeting space are inspired by the city's rich political history.
Hyatt and Presidio Companies announced today the opening of Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento, a new lifestyle hotel designed for travelers with an adventurous spirit looking for an experience in the heart of the action. The property is owned by Presidio Companies and managed by Evolution Hospitality, the lifestyle operating division of Aimbridge Hospitality.
Evolution Hospitality, the lifestyle division of Aimbridge Hospitality, the leading, global, third-party hotel management company, has opened and is managing the 105-room Fort Sutter Hotel Sacramento.
Tharaldson Hospitality Management (THM) is pleased to announce the brand-new Element Sacramento Airport has opened!