Hotels Near Sutter Health Park? Stay at a Vacation Rental Instead
City of Trees House is the closest vacation rental to Sutter Health Park (formerly Raley Field) — a 7-minute walk (0.4 miles) from the ballpark at 400 Ballpark Drive, West Sacramento. Home of the Sacramento River Cats (Triple-A, SF Giants affiliate since 2000) and Sacramento Athletics (Oakland A's MLB, 2025-2027 while their Las Vegas stadium is built).
What's at Sutter Health Park?
Intimate 10,624-seat ballpark hosting River Cats and A's games, summer concerts, and events. Standard parking runs $20-30 per game. Our guests walk 7 minutes and skip parking entirely.
Why Vacation Rental Beats a Hotel for Game Day
Downtown Sacramento hotels charge $200-400/night for a single room. Our 3-bedroom house sleeps up to 10 with private hot tub, family room with arcade cabinets and pool table, backyard fire pit and grill, full kitchen, two full bathrooms, Tesla EV charger, and free driveway parking for one vehicle, plus considerate street parking for additional cars. Better value for families and groups.
Sutter Health Park FAQ
Where is Sutter Health Park?
Sutter Health Park (formerly Raley Field) is at 400 Ballpark Drive in West Sacramento, CA 95691 — right across the Sacramento River from downtown. City of Trees House is a 7-minute walk (0.4 miles) from the ballpark, which is why we're the closest vacation rental to the stadium.
Who plays at Sutter Health Park?
Two teams. The Sacramento River Cats, Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, have played there since the ballpark opened in 2000. Starting in 2025, the Sacramento Athletics (Oakland A's, rebranded for their Sacramento years) share the stadium as their MLB home through at least 2027 while their Las Vegas ballpark is built. Concerts and special events also use the venue.
How much is parking at Sutter Health Park?
Official parking at the ballpark typically runs $20-30 per game, with premium lots higher during A's games and sold-out concerts. SpotHero and ParkWhiz can pre-book for $15-25. Game-day walk-up parking fills fast. Or stay at City of Trees House and skip parking entirely — walk 7 minutes, leave your car in our free driveway.
How many seats are at Sutter Health Park?
Sutter Health Park's standard capacity is about 10,624 seats, with temporary bleacher expansion during A's MLB games pushing it to roughly 14,000. It's an intimate ballpark compared to typical MLB stadiums — every seat feels close to the action.
What are the best hotels near Sutter Health Park?
Traditional options include Sawyer Hotel, Best Western Sandman, and Holiday Inn Express West Sacramento — mostly 1-2 miles away. For groups of 4+, a vacation rental is typically more cost-effective. City of Trees House is the closest vacation rental (7-minute walk) with full kitchen, hot tub, and family room — sleeps up to 10 for less per person than a single hotel room.
Is Sutter Health Park the same as Raley Field?
Yes. The ballpark opened in 2000 as Raley Field and was renamed to Sutter Health Park in 2020 when Sutter Health acquired the naming rights. Locals and longtime fans still call it Raley Field, and the venue is often listed under both names.
Is there a shuttle from the stadium to accommodations?
No official shuttle. Game-day traffic exits are notorious — expect 30-60 minutes to leave the Tower Bridge area after games. That's why staying within walking distance matters. At 7 minutes' walk from our house, you're home and in the hot tub while rideshare riders are still waiting for their driver.
Can I walk from City of Trees House to Sutter Health Park?
Yes — it's a 7-minute walk (0.4 miles, roughly 1,400 steps) on flat, well-lit sidewalks through a quiet West Sacramento neighborhood. No freeway crossings, no hills. Safe to walk home at night. Our guests routinely walk with kids in tow.
How big is Sutter Health Park?
The ballpark sits on roughly 13 acres at 400 Ballpark Drive, with the playing field measuring 330 feet down the lines, 375 feet to the power alleys, and 403 feet to dead center. Standard seating capacity is 10,624. Temporary outfield bleachers added for the Sacramento Athletics' MLB games push capacity to about 14,000. The footprint is intimate compared to a typical MLB stadium — the upper-deck seats at major-league parks would be standing-room behind the dugout here.
Who owns Sutter Health Park?
The ballpark is owned by the City of West Sacramento and operated by River Cats Baseball, the same group that owns the Sacramento River Cats Triple-A franchise (an affiliate of the San Francisco Giants). Sutter Health holds the naming rights, which is why the venue was renamed from Raley Field in 2020. The Sacramento Athletics (Oakland A's) lease the venue from the operator for their MLB games while their Las Vegas stadium is built.
Is Sutter Health Park in MLB The Show 25?
Yes. MLB The Show 25 was the first edition to include Sutter Health Park as a playable stadium, reflecting the Sacramento Athletics' temporary MLB residency starting in the 2025 season. The in-game venue captures the intimate dimensions and the temporary outfield bleacher expansion that holds about 14,000 fans during MLB games.
Is there a game at Sutter Health Park today?
The official schedules are published at milb.com/sacramento and mlb.com/athletics. From April through September, expect 5-7 games per week between River Cats and Sacramento Athletics home stands. October typically has playoff games for one or both teams plus concerts. November through March is concerts, holiday lights, and special events. If you're staying with us, we keep a printed schedule on the kitchen counter and update it weekly.
What time do gates open at Sutter Health Park?
Gates open 90 minutes before first pitch for River Cats games and 2 hours before for Sacramento Athletics games. Premium ticket holders (Drum Line Club, Solon Club) can enter 30 minutes earlier. For non-baseball events like concerts, doors typically open 60-90 minutes before showtime — check your specific event ticket. Walking from City of Trees House, leave the front porch 20 minutes before gates open and you'll arrive with time to grab concessions.