The Sterling Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Sacramento, near Golden 1 Center

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Front of property
Interior entrance
Garden
Lounge
Interior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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1300 H St, Sacramento, CA, 95814
  • Place, Memorial Auditorium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sacramento Convention Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden 1 Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

King Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Grand Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Queen

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King ADA

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Queen Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Sacramento

The Sterling Hotel places you in the centre of Sacramento, within just a 5-minute stroll of Sacramento Convention Center and within 15 minutes of Golden 1 Center. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and wedding services. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Downtown Sacramento hotel include Discovery Park and California State University Sacramento.

What's nearby

  • Memorial Auditorium - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sacramento Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • K Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • California State Capitol - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Golden 1 Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • 12th and I Station - 2 min walk
  • Sacramento Valley Station - 14 min walk
  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Immortal Cafe & Supply - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Radclyffe's Restaurant & Cocktail Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪MoJo's Local Tap & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kumi Sushi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Public Market Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Sterling Hotel

Hotel in Sacramento, near Golden 1 Center
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Sterling Hotel also features a vending machine, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area.

This 3.5-star Sacramento hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1894
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
The Sterling Hotel offers 16 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with in-room jetted baths and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 10 per stay); discounts available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1894
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's Operto mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 150
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Off site parking fee: USD 10 per stay (0.2 mi away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus a one-off USD150 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Sterling Hotel Sacramento
Sterling Sacramento
The Sterling Hotel Hotel
The Sterling Hotel Sacramento
The Sterling Hotel Hotel Sacramento

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sterling Hotel?

The Sterling Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Sterling Hotel?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sterling Hotel?

No, The Sterling Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sterling Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Sterling Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very quaint and convenient. Loved the spa tub,
Common area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy J.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sruthi

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was difficult and the room is dirty
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mecia B

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Pleasant but not amazing

Accommodations were nice and my suite was huge! I was well informed that I would be checking in after the front desk closed. I was sent detailed directions on how to obtain my room key via text but it took me awhile to find my room (this is an old Victorian style building). I did see a baby cockroach on the floor which I had to kill. Also the bathtub faucet leaked. Tissue and toilet paper are thin and rough - on the cheaper end. Don’t see any hotel staff there at all during my 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a beautiful place to stay so comfortable so cozy highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

jaden

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not like the step up shower in room 200. As an older person it seemed to risky to even try to access it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makayla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and very spacious. It was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The bedding was actually warm and didn’t need to ask for any extra pillows like I usually do in hotels. Very much worth the price and will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is cute and memorable, clean, functional, very comfortable, and very handy to downtown Sacramento. A downside was the lack of staff onsite after 4:30 (driving long distances I can rarely make that sort of deadline). And the morning staff did not seem to be involved or willing to interact. I was able to get helpful personnel on the phone after hours, however. But it took me (and them!) about an hour to figure out that the entrance I came to was not the main one, which was around the corner on a different street. The written directions did not specify thiere was more than one plausible-looking entrance, and there was no sign on the "wrong" door directing newbies like me to the right place. Also, the parking garage mentioned in the directions, which is a couple of blocks away, was locked and looked like it was not even open to the general public. But there is a perfectly good parking garage just a block away on the same street the hotel is on, just around the corner from the main entrance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lynette

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Interesting

This place was really cool! We checked in on a Sunday, so no one was at the desk. The digital key didn’t really work for us, so we were grateful for the room keys in the lockbox. We didn’t have bathroom amenities, which was mostly fine (we travel with shampoo and conditioner, etc.). It was weird that there wasn’t any hand soap for our bathroom, so we had to get some. The place was gorgeous and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful experience! Quaint and beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent room for the price

Great location, close to restaurants and Amtrak. Room was clean, bed was comfy. I find it off thst there is no one physically at a front desk after 4:30pm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Blaise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ad said they have room service which was False. Deli and snack bar wasn't much and I had to go somewhere else to get beers. Had to get special key to use elevator to street as front steps we're too hard for me. Handicapped people would probably need to call to have them meet them since you need a electric card to get in. Beautiful room. Beautiful property.two blocks from UC Davis Health Pavillion Theatre.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Charming, nice design and pleasant staff. Key card situation is awful, and there’s no place to hang out on the property without feeling you are disturbing people. Rooms need fans, windows or to clean the returns on HVAC to get stale air out. Shower heads could use an update because it’s a hassle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nicely renovated Victorian

Great location if your destination is the State Capital, downtown, Old Sac. I love Victorian buildings and this one is nicely renovated. Big room, nice bathroom (one of the shower doors did not slide well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location beautiful old home
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Robyn

Travelled with partner
When booking a hotel on orbitz, I expect a normal check in experience, not one that is contactless, with multiple text messages from an unknown number and keys left in lock boxes. The building itself was unique and older, and fine for the price point. Tub and sink were cracked, and showing their age. But overall was about what I expected, and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025