HI-Sacramento offers budget travelers a rare opportunity to stay overnight in a stunning Gold Rush mansion – one of the last Victorians remaining on historic Merchant Row. From the grand entry hall to the elegant sitting rooms to the wrap-around veranda, the hostel holds many reminders of a bygone era, including rich wood paneling, antique wallpaper, chandeliers, hand-painted ceramic tiles, and a colorful glass skylight. History buffs will relish the chance to explore California's Gold Rush past, with easy access from the hostel to the State Capitol, Old Sacramento, the California State History Museum, the Sacramento and American Rivers, and more. There are also plenty of dining and shopping options nearby. Our guests enjoy services and amenities including: * Free Wi-Fi * DSL Internet facilities * On-site laundry * On-site parking * Information desk * Baggage and bicycle storage * Secure lockers * 24-hour access for registered guests * Wheelchair accessibility * Air conditioning * Video/DVD rental * Group meeting space and/or accommodations available Location The hostel is located in the heart of downtown Sacramento, just a short stroll from the State Capitol building, Old Sacramento, and other attractions. It is also easy walking distance to both the bus and train depot, and numerous local bus lines. Within 0.5 mile: California State Capitol Building, Old Sacramento, California State Railroad Museum, California Museum and Hall of Fame, California State History Museum, Downtown Plaza Shopping Center Within 1 mile: Sutter's Fort/California State Indian Museum, River Walk Promenade, Crocker Art Museum, Midtown shopping and dining District, Sacramento River Within 1.5 miles: California Discovery Museum; American River Guest Rooms and Common Rooms We offer a choice of shared dorm rooms or private rooms accommodating 1-3 people. Cook your meals in our fully equipped guest kitchen, and enjoy them in the beautiful antique dining room. Relax in elegant wood-paneled parlors, or take in the sunny Sacramento weather on the hostel's wrap-around veranda or stone patio with fountain, barbecue, and umbrella tables. Make new friends in the recreation room, which offers games, books, and a TV and DVDs. 'Green Practices' We are committed to eco-friendly, low-impact travel, and are proud to use green practices at the hostel including: * providing a recycling program * purchasing earth-friendly products * operating in an energy-efficient manner We are not-for-profit The Sacramento Hostel is operated by the Golden Gate Council of Hostelling International USA, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting intercultural understanding, environmental stewardship, and world peace through travel. There is an additional daily membership fee of $3 per adult for non-hostelling International members. Please Note This website is a third-party booking agency. For more detailed information about the hostel, please visit our website: www.sacramentohostel.org Stays are limited to 7 days for Hostelling International members and 3 days for nonmembers. Office hours are between 7:30am and 11:00pm. Check-in hours are between 2:00pm and 10:30pm. Luggage storage is available.