Riverside, CA

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Riverside
Monument Peak Panorama
Large Open Field in Hemet, Riverside County
One of my favorite places at the Mission Inn is a bit hard to find. It's near the back of the property where there's a several story open atrium with a gorgeous spiral staircase that seems to float in mid-air. It's absolutely stunning to see in person. #details
roses over looking gazebo

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Where to stay in Riverside

Aerial view of the historic skyline of downtown Riverside, California, USA.

Downtown Riverside

4/5(383 area reviews)

Travelers to Downtown Riverside praise its stunning river views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Fox Performing Arts Center and Fox Entertainment Plaza.

Downtown Riverside
Getting ready to take the metrolink to Union Station.

Eastside

3.5/5(41 area reviews)

Though Eastside might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fox Performing Arts Center and University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens.

Eastside
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La Sierra

3.5/5(120 area reviews)

While visiting La Sierra, you might make a stop by sights like Castle Park Amusement Park and Galleria at Tyler.

La Sierra
Aerial View of a large Public University in Irvine, California

University

While visiting University, you might make a stop by sights like University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens and Box Springs Mountain Reserve Park.

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Wood Streets

When in Wood Streets, you can plan a visit to Fox Performing Arts Center and CBU Events Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Wood Streets
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Victoria

If you're spending some time in Victoria, Riverside Tennis Center and Andulka Park Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.

Victoria
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The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
3649 Mission Inn Ave Riverside CA
$244 nightly
The price is $276 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$276 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Riverside. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,257 reviews)
Hotel had great charm.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

2.5 out of 5
1590 University Ave Riverside CA
$89 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$101 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Riverside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,265 reviews)
Room look felty; horrible bathroom the tub bottom it was peeling couldn't take shower look so gross! please don't rent a room like that please!!! bed wasn't too bad ! very little toilet paper

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown
Motel 6 Corona, CA

Motel 6 Corona, CA

2 out of 5
200 North Lincoln Avenue Corona CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$49 nightly
The price is $54 total per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
$54 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Corona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,117 reviews)
Was there for 6 day, my self with small dog, only provide two bath towels, 1wash towel 1 small bar of soap for shower, 1 small bar of soap for hands.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Motel 6 Corona, CA
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The New Star Motel with Studio-Kitchens: 1950s Extended-Stay Lodging and Retreat Center

The New Star Motel with Studio-Kitchens: 1950s Extended-Stay Lodging and Retreat Center

3 out of 5
13810 Old 215 Frontage Rd Moreno Valley CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Moreno Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Hampton Indoor Tennis Center and Round1 Bowling & ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
I enjoyed our stay, Harry was very welcoming and was very attentive to our needs. The rooms were clean and humble. Loved the decorations of the 1950 and the amenities. He even had a Atari game in the room! Come here and rest your head highly recommend.

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

The New Star Motel with Studio-Kitchens: 1950s Extended-Stay Lodging and Retreat Center
Lagonita Lodge

Lagonita Lodge

3 out of 5
183 Lagonita Ln Big Bear Lake CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,137 reviews)
An excellent place to stay, especially if you enjoy cooking and the simple life!

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

Lagonita Lodge
7 Springs Inn & Suites

7 Springs Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
950 N Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Palm Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,976 reviews)
Everything was clean- slight funky smell coming from the bathroom- maybe a leak

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

7 Springs Inn & Suites
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Popular places to visit

View from along the perimeter trail

University of California, Riverside

Explore the campus of University of California, Riverside, during your travels in Riverside. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

University of California, Riverside
a gorgeous summer landscape at the Long Beach Convention Center with tall lush green palm trees and skyscrapers and office buildings in the skyline with blue sky in Long Beach California USA

Riverside Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Riverside Convention Center during your trip to Riverside. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Riverside Convention Center
Ducks in lake at Lake Perris State Recreation Area

Lake Perris

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Perris during your travels in Moreno Valley. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lake Perris
Hills and Mountains in Lake Perris State Recreation Area in Moreno Valley California

Lake Perris State Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Lake Perris State Recreation Area during your travels to Moreno Valley. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lake Perris State Recreation Area
Another very good Aviation museum, aircraft outside and nicely spaced out for photos

March Field Air Museum

You can study the exhibits at March Field Air Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to March Air Reserve Base. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

March Field Air Museum
Cabazon Dinosaurs

Cabazon Dinosaurs

Enjoy a stop at Cabazon Dinosaurs, an entertaining place to visit in Cabazon. Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Cabazon Dinosaurs

Things to do

Aerial tram traveling high above the cliffs of Chino Canyon in California

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

$32
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Self-Driving Tours

Palm Springs Windmill Tours

$60
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Windmill Tours
Self Guided Joshua Tree National Park Driving Tour

Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

$16
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Reviews of Riverside

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
153
5 - Excellent 27%
4 - Good
258
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
125
3 - Okay 22%
2 - Disappointing
13
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
11
1 - Terrible 2%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I’m from Riverside so I love it. This hotel had nothing to do with my opinion of Riverside

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Half an hour a way from the mountains and a half hour away from the beach. But a hard place to grow up in.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

There are many things to do in Riverside.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

It’s an ok city to stop to sleep in if you were traveling. There are a decent amount of bars if your into the bar scene

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We visited Castle park and the kids loved it and the prices were great

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Traffic.... everywhere

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