Press Release

Guests at The Hallmark Inn in Davis will be able to see the community the way it’s supposed to be seen – from the seat of a bicycle.

The full-service hotel at 110 F St. in downtown Davis has begun a complimentary bicycle program for its guests as part of a continuing effort to reduce our collective carbon footprint. Guests can explore the most bicycle-friendly city in the United States without taking anything extra from their pockets.

Guests who borrow the fully equipped bikes are encouraged to enjoy the meandering pathways of the UC Davis Arboretum; the sights, sounds and aromas of the award-winning Davis Farmers’ Market; and the 100-plus-miles of bike paths that wind through the community.  

Guests who want to hit the road may reserve the touring bicycles, which come with safety helmets and locks, for two- to four-hour periods. A basket mounted on the front handlebars not only holds the rider’s treasures but also provides a quick tutorial on operating a bike and “rules of the road” in a city where bicycles are king.

“At the Hallmark Inn, we want to continue our efforts of being environmentally conscious while adding to the enjoyment of our guests’ experience. Initial responses are overwhelmingly positive,” says Marisa Schaffer, general manager.

Hallmark Inn guests also may purchase special packages that allow reservation of a bicycle for an extended period plus admission tickets to the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame, which will celebrate its grand opening next spring.

“Once again, The Hallmark Inn proves to be cutting-edge in its environmentalism and commitment to the community by providing alternative transportation options that fit with Davis life,” Schaffer says.

“So the next time you have guests or business associates visiting Davis, why not suggest that they enjoy Davis and all it has to offer by staying at The Hallmark Inn and enjoying the complimentary bicycles?”

For further information, contact Marisa Schaffer at (530) 753-3600.

CAPTION: Lynn and Kayla Redner, along with Tatun Kula get ready to explore Davis by bicycle during their recent stay at The Hallmark Inn for a softball tournament. They were the first to take advantage of the Hallmark’s complimentary bicycle program.