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jeudi 29 décembre 2011

He’s made his list and checked it twice

He’s made his list and checked it twice…



Make sure you swing by The Citizen Hotel this holiday season to see who made Santa’s Naughty & Nice list! Did he miss anyone? Let us know!

Occupy the Mall

Whether you’re part of the 1% or the 99%, you probably still need to do some shopping this holiday season. Demonstrate your right to shop with our “Occupy the Mall” package! This one-day deal is only available on Black Friday—the perfect night to violate your curfew. You’ll load up on energy drinks and power bars before taking our shuttle to Arden Fair Mall for the best deals in town. Once you’ve shopped till you’ve dropped, our shuttle will bring you back for a good night’s sleep, which you’ll be sure to get with a guaranteed late checkout. After waking up rested, enjoy breakfast for two in Grange while we wrap your Christmas presents for you. No protesting required.
Package includes:
  • One-night stay in a King, Queen or Double Room on 11/24/2011
  • Energy drinks, bottled water and power bars for two
  • (2) Arden Fair Mall swag bags
  • Transportation to and from the mall starting at 11:30 pm and running every 30 minutes
  • Breakfast for two in Grange
  • Gift wrapping
  • Late checkout 2 pm
Offered at $199. Requires 24 hour notice. This package is only available on 11/24/2011.
RESERVE NOW

Sacramento is Awesome in August

Thinking about planning a trip to Sacramento this summer? Use promo code AUGUSTUS for a $99 rate any day in August!* To make it easy on you, we’ve compiled a list of fun events to make your trip even more enjoyable;

Wag Hotels Summer Camp – Did you know that The Citizen is pet friendly? Your pup will love doggy summer camp at Wag, where every day has a theme with treats and games! Sign up for one day, one week or the entire event. It’s bound to be a doggone good time!

August 6: Third Annual CAM Car Cruise -  Sacramento will come alive with the sights and sounds of hundreds of unique cars from all eras and manufacturers as they celebrate an American summertime tradition of cruising with community-wide particpation. The 3rd Annaul CAM Car Cruise, hosted by the California Automobile Museum (CAM), will be a fun-filled day for the whole family as it cruises through the streets of Sacramento, along Fulton avenue where the event concludes with a huge car show at Fulton & Marconi.


August 14:  Sacramento Antique Fair -300 vendors from Sacramento, San Francisco, Berkeley, the Central Valley, Chico, Redding, Oregon, Nevada, and beyond set up shop at 21st Street between W & X Streets in Sacramento to sell antiques and collectibles of all eras! Furniture, vintage clothing and accessories, architectural items, garden, art, jewelry, textiles, paper, lighting, and collectibles of all kinds are there for the taking. A HUGE treasure hunt!

The Art of Light – Check out Urban Light, an exhibition at the Center for Contemporary Art of cityscapes by Sacramento-based artist David Lobenberg. This exhibition of acrylic paintings, curated by Stacey Hilton, focuses on seasonal views of Sacramento during certain times of day.

Every Wednesday: Follow the Chef – Follow our very own Brad Cecchi around the Cesar Chavez Farmer’s Market every Wednesday. Learn how to choose produce, what it means to be certified organic, how the weather affects what is in season, and so much more! Understand the slow-food movement as Brad shares his knowledge of California’s freshest grown foods, grown locally in and around Sacramento. Tour is followed by a three-course lunch served with wine at the chef’s table.
August 15-23: Midtown Cocktail Week – Midtown Cocktail Week is a dynamic annual event that is ever-evolving to lead the way in Sacramento’s cocktail culture. Join us in Scandal on August 19th for our very own cocktail celebration with celebrity guest bartender Jayson Wilde!



Hot & Spicy Valentine’s Day at The Citizen


Let’s face it—wine and chocolates are overrated, not to mention a total cliché. This Valentines Day, we’re  spicing things up with a sizzling package for both locals and out-of-town guests alike. Upon arrival you’ll receive a bottle of our very own Joie de Vivre Blended Herradura Tequila Reposado, along with a selection of local citrus and salts, perfect for the rim of the glass or anywhere else you choose to use them. Enjoy a basket of perfectly paired house-made tortilla chips and spicy salsa, designed to set your mouth on fire. Not hot enough for you? Your night will be complete with a scented candle, heated massage oil, and love dice.
Package includes:
  • One night of deluxe accommodations in one of our luxurious rooms.
  • One night valet parking with in and out privileges
  • One bottle of JDV blended Herradura Tequila
  • Shot glasses, local citrus, salts
  • Housemade chips & salsa
  • Scented candle, heated massage oil, and love dice
Available Friday-Sunday for one-night stay only in the month of February; rates start at $219.
*Disclaimer:
-This package is not guaranteed to initiate romance; roses might help your chances.
-Side effects may occur, and may not be fully apparent for up to nine months.
-The Citizen Hotel is not responsible for heated massage oil mishaps or injuries.
-If hangover(s) occur, please seek immediate breakfast in Grange Restaurant.

Ready. Set. Click.

One of our favorite things to do is peruse Flickr for guest photos of the hotel. We love to view the property through the eyes of our guests, and see what catches their interest.
In the spirit of kicking off 2011 with some fun, we’re holding an Instagram photo contest! For those of you who aren’t familiar with Instagram, “it’s a fast, beautiful and fun way to share your life with friends through a series of pictures.” This free app for the iPhone transforms average looking photos into wonderful works of art, which can easily be shared via Twitter, Facebook, and Flickr.
{ The Citizen Hotel – lobby books }
The rules are simple. Submit your favorite photo taken in either The Citizen Hotel or Grange Restaurant and we’ll upload it to our Facebook page. Every photo that receives at least 25 ‘likes’ will receive a $20 Grange gift card, and be entered to win the grand prize: a one-night stay in a one-bedroom suite at The Citizen Hotel!
Follow these steps to enter:
1. Submit your photo with a short description to Ashlee via e-mail: agadd@jdvhotels.com
2. We’ll upload our favorite photos to The Citizen Hotel Facebook page.
3. Every photo that gets 25 “likes” will win a $20 gift card to Grange Restaurant. The photo with the most “likes” will win a one-night stay in a one-bedroom suite at The Citizen Hotel.
4. The last day for new photo submissions is January 27th; the contest will close on February 3rd.
Don’t have an iPhone? Borrow one from a friend, or bring Ashlee a Go Girl and she’ll let you use hers.
Good luck!