Riverside, CA

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Where to stay in Riverside

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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
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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
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
UCR Botanic Gardens

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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Rubidoux

3/5(34 area reviews)

Transformed from rural to suburban, this Jurupa Valley neighborhood boasts the prominent landmark Mount Rubidoux and Riverside City Park. Easily accessible via California State Route 60 and Flabob Airport.

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Arlington Heights

When in Arlington Heights, you can plan a visit to Citrus State Historic Park and Van Buren Drive-In Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Arlington Heights
Best Western Corona Hotel & Suites

Best Western Corona Hotel & Suites

3.5 out of 5
1900 W. Frontage Rd, Corona, CA
$94 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$103 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Corona. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Room was clean and fresh. Jaccuzi was colds"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Best Western Corona Hotel & Suites
The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
3649 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside, CA
$190 nightly
The price is $216 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$216 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Riverside. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,138 reviews)
"This was my 30th stay at the Mission Inn- it’s costly but so unique I keep going back. Every room is different. In early October they were starting to put up the famous Christmas lights that draw hundreds of viewers. Staying in the holiday season is something you need to do- I’ve done it about six ..."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
Hotel Xola

Hotel Xola

2.5 out of 5
24630 Sunnymead Boulevard, Moreno Valley, CA
$70 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
$79 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Moreno Valley. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,393 reviews)
"We had to change rooms because the first room smelled a lot to smoke. The room looked damaged and not so clean. The second room was not so clean walls seemed like they had blood."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Hotel Xola
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 3-star 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! (22 reviews)
"The owner went over and above to make my stay a great one. I’m sad I only stayed one night. Places like this are the real jewels of the hotel world. Location is quiet. The motel was quiet. The shower was excellent- hot and plenty of water pressure. Nice firm comfy bed. So much charm and ..."

Reviewed on Oct 13, 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
Stay at this 3-star 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! (3,905 reviews)
"Stayed with kids and it was a great experience. We had a wonderful space with a lake view! We were able to enjoy both sunrise and sunet on the spacious balcony with our kids. Full kitchen too! If youre not picky with things like moderness of the space this is the lovely secluded little spot for you. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

Lagonita Lodge
Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis

Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis

3.5 out of 5
34567 Cathedral Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Cathedral City. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a golf course. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,564 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a relaxing vacation"

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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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

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