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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A parking lot with several cars, a building with multiple balconies and a red-tiled roof, and palm trees.
A building entrance with a glass door, a bench, and a red mat.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a ceiling fan, and a potted plant.

1. Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside

Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside
Eastside, 1.1 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Jovan
CNY578
CNY653 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.
A motel sign with a '6' and 'FREE WI-FI' indicating amenities.
A building with a blue 'WELCOME' sign, a number '1260' on the facade, and a 'LOBBY' sign indicating the entrance.
A reception area with a tiled floor, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a glass door leading outside.

2. Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East

Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East
Eastside, 0.9 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Srinath
CNY555
CNY628 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.
A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a TV screen displaying a sports game.
A modern bistro bar with a curved counter, seating area with tables and chairs, and a menu display.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area

Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area
Eastside, 1.4 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Daniel
CNY839
CNY949 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area
A hotel named Quality Inn with a modern design, surrounded by tall palm trees.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a weight machine.

4. Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown
Eastside, 1.5 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Andre
CNY609
CNY688 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A corridor with a balcony overlooking a street, featuring a railing with circular designs and a view of buildings and parked cars.
A spacious entrance with a curved ceiling, stone walls, and a view of a multi-story building with balconies.
A spacious lobby with large windows, a comfortable seating area, and a view of the outside.

5. Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside

Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside
Eastside, 3.1 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Kimberly
CNY599
CNY677 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a vase of flowers, and a clock.
A vintage blue refrigerator with a microwave on top, a gold lamp, and a Sharp digital clock.
A dinosaur statue, outdoor seating, and a fenced area with plants.
A red vintage refrigerator in a kitchen with a white cabinet and a blue countertop.

6. Harry's Man Cave: The New Star Motel Experience

Harry's Man Cave: The New Star Motel Experience
7.4 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Irwin
CNY771
CNY918 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Harry's Man Cave: The New Star Motel Experience
An outdoor patio with a grill, seating, and string lights.
A gym with treadmills, weights, and exercise equipment.
A hotel reception area with a wooden wall, marble reception desk, and shelves with various items.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a kitchenette, and a seating area.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Riverside March Air Force Base

Home2 Suites by Hilton Riverside March Air Force Base
10.8 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Shannan
CNY888
CNY977 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Home2 Suites by Hilton Riverside March Air Force Base
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a stone wall.
A modern hotel lobby with a large mural, two elevators, and a dining area with striped chairs.
A modern hotel lobby with striped seating, wooden tables, and a mix of hanging and pendant lighting.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There are pendant lights hanging from the ceiling, and a television mounted on the wall.

8. Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown Convention Center

Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown Convention Center
Downtown Riverside, 4.3 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Allison
CNY930
CNY1,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown Convention Center
A grand atrium with a central fountain, multiple levels with balconies, and ornate railings.
A historic building with arched windows and a central entrance.
A courtyard with brick buildings, arched doorways, and potted plants.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant chandeliers. There are comfortable seating areas and a bar with a counter.

9. The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
Downtown Riverside, 4.1 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Tolga
CNY1,650
CNY2,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchenette.
A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign reading "Best Western."
A modern office space with a desk, computer, and telephone.

10. Best Western San Bernardino Hotel

Best Western San Bernardino Hotel
10.9 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Elycia
CNY694
CNY767 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Best Western San Bernardino Hotel
An outdoor patio area with stone pillars, wicker chairs, and tables.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and trees, with a multi-story building in the background.
A modern Marriott hotel entrance with a black awning, glass doors, and potted plants.

11. Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center

Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
Downtown Riverside, 4.2 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Josue
CNY959
CNY1,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
A hotel lobby with orange seating, a green accent wall, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a reception desk.
A hotel room with a kitchen area featuring a granite countertop, a sink, a microwave, and a dishwasher. There is a seating area with a sofa and a chair, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a bed, and a TV.
A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-maintained entrance area with palm trees and a covered walkway.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites San Bernardino

Hampton Inn & Suites San Bernardino
11.9 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Veronica
CNY600
CNY661 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hampton Inn & Suites San Bernardino
A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase leading to the second floor.
A two-story motel with a parking lot, a fire escape, and a visible office area.
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.
A small room with a desk, chair, TV, and a microwave on a countertop.

13. Colton Motel

Colton Motel
10.4 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
El
CNY597
CNY657 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Colton Motel
A spacious lobby with a tiled floor, a reception desk, seating area with chairs and sofas, and a large mirror on the wall.
A hotel with a yellow facade, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained garden.
A rectangular pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple chairs, a large vase with a plant, and framed artwork on the walls.

14. Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Fontana

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Fontana
14.7 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Barbara A
CNY637
CNY688 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Fontana
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a window.
A corridor with doors and windows, a vent, and a sidewalk.
A hotel lobby with a glass table and chairs, a reception desk, and large windows with curtains.
A residential street with houses, parked cars, and trees.

15. Hospitality Inn San Bernardino/ Redlands

Hospitality Inn San Bernardino/ Redlands
11.3 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Charles
CNY558
CNY614 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Hospitality Inn San Bernardino/ Redlands
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, a billboard advertising a restaurant, and a mountainous backdrop.
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a mirror.
A parking lot with a building labeled "Inn & Suites" and a sign for "Inland".

16. Inland Inn & Suites

Inland Inn & Suites
14.4 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Manuel
CNY483
CNY531 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Inland Inn & Suites
An outdoor patio with a covered seating area, a grill station, and a stone wall backdrop.
A pool area with a covered seating area and a fenced pool.
A modern restaurant with wooden cabinets, orange chairs, and a counter with various items.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent "HOME 2" sign, a parking area with several vehicles, and a covered entrance.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Redlands Loma Linda

Home2 Suites by Hilton Redlands Loma Linda
15.5 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Juanita
CNY706
CNY779 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Home2 Suites by Hilton Redlands Loma Linda
An outdoor patio with a grill, seating, and string lights.
A gym with treadmills, weights, and exercise equipment.
A hotel reception area with a wooden wall, marble reception desk, and shelves with various items.
A modern kitchen with white tiled walls, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar with fruit and beverages.

18. Hampton Inn Riverside March Air Force Base

Hampton Inn Riverside March Air Force Base
10.7 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Melanie
CNY765
CNY843 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hampton Inn Riverside March Air Force Base
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a dresser, a microwave, and a sink with a mirror.
The exterior of the Arlington Inn hotel with a sign above the entrance.
A laundromat with stacked washers and dryers, a fire extinguisher, and an ice machine.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a door leading to a balcony.

19. Arlington Inn

Arlington Inn
11.1 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Virginia
CNY570
CNY644 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Arlington Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a wooden table, and a chair.
A room with two single beds, a desk, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.
A multi-story motel with a parking lot, a gated entrance, and a sign indicating a pet-friendly policy.
A Driftwood Inn sign with a 'Showtime Cable Free Phone' and 'Vacancy' notice.

20. Driftwood Motel - Colton

Driftwood Motel - Colton
12.3 km from University of California, Riverside
United States
Wesley
CNY429
CNY472 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Driftwood Motel - Colton
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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Riverside

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside
7.8
970
970 reviews
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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.
Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East
7.0
1000
1,000 reviews
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.
Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area
8.4
1002
1,002 reviews
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A hotel named Quality Inn with a modern design, surrounded by tall palm trees.
Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown
7.8
1457
1,457 reviews
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside
7.4
1002
1,002 reviews
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Other landmarks near University of California, Riverside

A rocky outcrop with a view of a distant cityscape and mountains.
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Box Springs Mountain Reserve Park

8.0/10 (82 reviews)
If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, then make a stop at Box Springs Mountain Reserve Park located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from the center of Riverside. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens, located nearby.
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A modern plaza with a distinctive blue sculpture, palm trees, and a bicycle rental station.

Riverside Convention Center

8.0/10 (311 reviews)
Riverside Convention Center is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Riverside. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here?
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SRC Arena

You could catch an event at SRC Arena, a stadium in University. If you think SRC Arena is cool, you also might like Andulka Park Tennis Center and Riverside Tennis Center, both located nearby.
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Andulka Park Tennis Center

Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Andulka Park Tennis Center, a stadium in Victoria. If you think Andulka Park Tennis Center is cool, you also might like Riverside Tennis Center and SRC Arena, both located nearby.
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Riverside Tennis Center

Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Riverside Tennis Center, a stadium in Victoria. If you think Riverside Tennis Center is cool, you also might like Andulka Park Tennis Center and SRC Arena, both located nearby.
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Riverside Art Museum

Riverside Art Museum is just one of the attractions in Downtown Riverside, Riverside so you might want to stop by during your trip. If you want to experience more of the culture Riverside has to offer, head to Riverside Convention Center, Fox Performing Arts Center, and University of California, Riverside.
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Riverside Metropolitan Museum

8.0/10 (3 reviews)
Riverside Metropolitan Museum is just one of the attractions in Downtown Riverside, Riverside so you might want to stop by during your trip. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to experience more of the culture Riverside has to offer, head to Riverside Convention Center, Fox Performing Arts Center, and University of California, Riverside.
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California Museum of Photography

9.4/10 (3 reviews)
If museums are on your list of things to see, you might want to browse the collections at California Museum of Photography in Downtown Riverside. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to see more of the museums in Riverside, you can easily walk to Riverside Metropolitan Museum.
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  • To stay economically near University of California, Riverside, you can book Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East, which offers parking and free in-room WiFi.
  • Also consider Colton Inn, which is another inexpensive motel in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near University of California, Riverside?

  • After exploring the campus at University of California, Riverside, you can see more of the area and nearby sights like California Baptist University, Fox Performing Arts Center, and Castle Park Amusement Park.
  • Galleria at Tyler, March Field Air Museum, and Riverside Metropolitan Museum are other places to visit in the area.

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