Plan Your Next Remote Work-cation in Rancho Cordova, CA

With remote and hybrid positions on the rise across the country, “work-cations” are becoming quite popular.

Many professionals are taking their work on the road to switch up their working environment and get some much-needed R&R… while still accomplishing their to-do lists and making time for Microsoft Teams Meetings!

Here’s how you can make Rancho Cordova your next great work-cation!

Find a hotel with complimentary Wi-Fi

Conveniently located just 25 miles from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and with easy access to major highways, Rancho Cordova boasts 17 hotels with over 2,000 rooms ranching from cost-effective economy options to four-diamond properties.

If you book your stay on our website, you can also choose a free giftcard to one of our local establishments so you can have even more fun around the city.

Co-Working Spaces in Rancho Cordova

Does the gentle hum of chatting patrons and whirring coffee machines make you feel more productive? Us too! Grab your laptop bag and head to one of our favorite cafés.

Starbucks on Olson offers lots of natural light, Wi-Fi, and an open parking lot. If you enjoy kava drinks and laid-back work environments, step into Root of Happiness Kava Bar (18+ only) for a relaxing cup of kava tea.

Best Lunch Spots in Rancho Cordova

Rancho Cordova has lots of delicious lunch spots that are within Ubering distance. Eat A Pita has flavorful Greek food, Poke Cube has great Hawaiian poke, and Famous Burgers & Brew serves up delicious burgers and fries! Sky Sushi is a local staple. If you like a little heat, we recommend the Spicy Rhonda roll!

More of a brunch aficionado? Mimosa House is the perfect place for a plate of eggs benedict or a breakfast skillet. If you love cozy American diner vibes as much as we do, Brookfield's is another great option with a wide menu. Try their delectable sweet potato pancakes!

Rancho Cordova Transportation Options

Rancho Cordova is just 30 minutes away from the Sacramento Airport (SMF). We’ve also got great transportation options in town. Call an Uber or Lyft, ride the Light Rail, or call the Rancho CordoVan shuttle service to explore the area.

Speaking of Lyft, did you know that when you book your hotel stay through any booking widget on our website, you can get a FREE $20 Lyft gift card (or choose from a selection other gifts)? There's no catch. It's just our way of saying thanks for staying in our beautiful city.

Mingle with the locals in Rancho Cordova's Barrel District

Rancho Cordova’s Barrel District includes 6 craft breweries, 2 distilleries, a wine bar, and a meadery! When you’re ready to snap your laptop shut for the evening, head over to aptly-named LogOff Brewing Co. for a pint and some board games.

You can find dinner and classic cocktails at J.J. Pfister Distilling Co., where we recommend ordering the tomato garlic confit "Dirty Kettle Chips" and adding carnitas! For something different, grab a hard kombucha (or an ice-cold hard kombucha "Swerve" in the summer) at Shorebirds Brewing.

Weekend Fun in Rancho Cordova

Before you head back home, be sure to take advantage of your trip and do something fun to fill your cup! Rancho Cordova is home to miles of incredible trails and bike paths, an aquatic center with hundreds of watersport rentals, fun community events, and volunteer opportunities aplenty.

You can visit Soil Born Urban Farms for a cooking or yoga class or enjoy some rock climbing at Granite Arch Climbing Center. Drive a little farther to experience Apple Hill and sample your way through the tasty fruit orchards and bakeries.