Hotel Diamond Chico

Property Description

Every contemporary convenience upscale travellers demand has been installed in the hotels 43 rooms and suites. Fine craftsmanship has been a pivotal driving force in the hotels reconstruction. Original style crown mouldings, fine walnut cabinetry, custom made and designed especially for the hotel artisan furniture combine to create a warm, rich and inviting environmentThe Hotel Diamond opened for business on September 3, 1904, as the only strictly first-class house in Chico, and the superior of any North of Sacramento. Built by James Franklin Morehead, the three-story hotel offered 56 rooms and a commodious dining room accommodating 200 guests at one time. The 1904 Chico-Record newspaper describes in great detail, the lay-out, deluxe furnishings, and state-of-the art mechanical systems. The hotel had both gas and electric light fixtures, steam heat, and private baths with hot and cold water. The hallways were wainscoted in lincrusta and each room laid with velvet carpet of high grade. The Diamond also showcased one of the first automobiles in Chico. A handsome sixteen-passenger 1904 Studebaker wagonette ferried guests to and from the train depot on Fifth Street.

Property Location

Ninety miles north of Sacramento, California, Chico is located east of Interstate 5 in Butte County. With a historic downtown and many recreational venues, Chico is a family oriented city that has preserved its small town feel while having become a vibrant regional business and cultural center.Chico is proud to have been ranked one of the top five cities for business /under 85,000/ by California Business. Minutes from the Sierra Nevada foothills and hiking, fishing and skiing, Chico is also convenient to the San Francisco Bay area, the State Capitol at Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, and many national, state and regional parks.Chico is also near the famed Mother Lode district and Oroville, famed Gold Rush locales steeped in history from the 1800s. Lassen Volcanic National Park is 60 miles to the north. * Additional Location Information * Located in the Heart of Downtown 220 West 4th street Chico, Ca 95928

General Meeting Planning Information

Contact us on1 5308933100

Offsite Recreational Activities Information

Guests may enjoy complimentary access to In Motion Fitness which features a full fitness center, healthy spa and salon. Ask front desk for voucher.In Motion Fitness is a five-acre fitness resort of pools and palm trees nestled in a luxurious Mediterranean resort setting. We offer Northern Californias largest selection of group exercise classes, fitness equipment and aquatic facilities. We invite you to experience the World-Class facilities, services and programs that have made In Motion Fitness a nationally acclaimed fitness facility.

Security Information

smoke alarms/o2 detectors/emerg lighting/cameras