When traveling through Sacramento for business or leisure, Stones Gambling Hall is a must-visit destination. Located along the Citrus Heights I-80 freeway corridor, Stones Gambling Hall offers everything from poker to table games, jackpots, an indoor Pin High golf simulator, casual dining, drink specials, and live DJs.
Our convenient location between the South Grand Oaks and Gregory Gardens districts offers travelers easy access to some of the best hotels in Sacramento. The closest are just five miles south in the Madison Meadows district, including the Wyndham Sacramento and the Lions Gate Hotel. You can also stay at fine Sacramento hotels in the northern Sierra Gardens district, a seven-minute drive on I-80. During your stay, you can also check out some of the best restaurants in Sacramento.
Best Sacramento Hotels
For the most discerning travelers who enjoy staying at four-star hotels, the downtown district offers the Hyatt Regency and The Citizen Hotel. Downtown Sacramento is approximately 16 miles southwest of our Citrus Heights location, a 25-minute drive under normal traffic conditions.
The Hyatt Regency draws guests with an upscale resort-style atmosphere, featuring a heated outdoor pool and a whirlpool surrounded by lush greenery. If you prefer a blend of history and sophistication, The Citizen Hotel is a chic Autograph Collection property, offering uniquely designed rooms within a 1920s skyscraper. You can enjoy four-star amenities at both hotels, including ballrooms, conference spaces for business meetings, upscale fitness centers, outdoor lounges, and concierge desks.
You can get a resort-style experience closer to Stones Gambling Hall at the Wyndham Sacramento near McClellan Airport. The three-star hotel features an indoor/outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center, and an elaborate breakfast buffet. The Lions Gate Hotel is a pet-friendly resort with a campus-like ambiance and unique architecture that evokes California’s military history.
If you stay in the Sierra Gardens hotel district north of our location, your best option is the Best Western Plus Orchid Hotel & Suites, which is perfect for families and groups traveling together because of its larger accommodations. If you prefer a more budget-friendly option with three-star amenities, consider the Best Western Roseville Inn, which is a 10-minute drive south to Stones Gambling Hall.
Best Sacramento Restaurants
Located inside Stones Gambling Hall, Sammy’s Restaurant & Bar offers brunch, lunch, happy hour, and late-night menus. You can enjoy everything from breakfast burritos to Tuscan-style woodfired pizza, Japanese miso ramen, carne asada, chickpea hummus, and our signature Messy Sundae dessert. Our daily happy hour specials run from 3:00 to 6:00 pm, and they feature rotating menus with shareables like chicken quesadillas and crispy spring rolls.
A few restaurants in the Sacramento dining scene boast Michelin stars, the most widely recognized distinction for culinary excellence. The Kitchen stands out as the first local eatery to earn a Michelin star; it is located in Midtown Sacramento, a 25-minute drive from Stones, and it is worth visiting for its dynamic, theater-like approach to meal preparation and fine dining. Another restaurant that is worth the drive to Midtown is Localis, where you can enjoy the finest in California Contemporary cuisine.
If you are staying closer, you also have easy access to some of the best restaurants in Sacramento. Nixtaco is a must-visit; it is a Michelin-recognized taco shop where the tortillas are prepared according to Aztec nixtamalization techniques that deliver the full flavor of specialty corn. El Tapatío is a family-friendly Mexican restaurant where the portions are as generous as they are delicious.
For travelers with more adventurous palates, Extreme Hummus specializes in kosher, halal, Greek, and Mediterranean cuisine with a strong focus on fresh ingredients. Another recommendation for international flavors is India Oven, a casual-to-upscale restaurant where you can enjoy Hindustani and Punjabi dishes that you can share with friends and relatives.
If you want to get more information about lodging and dining options close to Stones Gambling Hall, don’t hesitate to contact us or ask our friendly personnel for specific recommendations.
