Downtown Riverside Travel Guide

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Aerial view of the historic skyline of downtown Riverside, California, USA.
Aerial view of the historic skyline of downtown Riverside, California, USA.
Aerial sunset view of the downtown area of Riverside, California.
Twilight view of the historic section of downtown Riverside, California.
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.

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The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
3649 Mission Inn Ave Riverside CA
The price is AU$328 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
AU$328
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Riverside. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,230 reviews)
The room was clean and everyday the room was restocked as needed. The staff was courteous and helpful. All hotel staff in the restaurants, the shops, to the valet service was courteous and made sure that whatever we needed was taken care of.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center

Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
3400 Market Street Riverside CA
The price is AU$265 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$265
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Riverside. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
The room was very clean

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown

Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown

3 out of 5
3505 Market Street Riverside CA
The price is AU$231 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$231
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Riverside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
A wonderful establishment

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn Riverside Downtown
Hyatt Place Riverside Downtown

Hyatt Place Riverside Downtown

3 out of 5
3500 Market St Riverside CA
The price is AU$232 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$232
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Riverside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
Clean room and hotel, conveniently located. Only downside was that the AC unit was very loud. Would still recommend

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Riverside Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Bernardino

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Bernardino

4 out of 5
285 E Hospitality Lane San Bernardino CA
The price is AU$153 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$153
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bernardino. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,629 reviews)
Clean spacious room

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Bernardino
Ontario Airport Inn

Ontario Airport Inn

2.5 out of 5
1801 E G St Ontario CA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ontario. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,831 reviews)
The Inn was a great choice for me! I was attending an event at the Ontario Conference Center that is only two minutes away. My room was very clean and comfortable. There was a nice breakfast included in the stay, as well as free parking. The staff was friendly and welcoming. It was January so I didn’t ...

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Ontario Airport Inn
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Riverside

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Wood Streets

Wood Streets might not have many top sights, but Fox Performing Arts Center and Riverside Metropolitan Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Wood Streets
Getting ready to take the metrolink to Union Station.

Eastside

Eastside might not have many top sights, but Fox Performing Arts Center and Riverside Metropolitan Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Eastside
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Northside

While Northside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fox Performing Arts Center and Riverside Metropolitan Museum.

Northside
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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
Daytime aerial view of historic downtown Riverside, California, USA.

Magnolia Center

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Magnolia Center and surrounding area, you can visit Fox Performing Arts Center and Citrus State Historic Park.

Magnolia Center
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Rubidoux

Travellers enjoy Rubidoux for its restaurants and riverfront. Consider checking out Rubidoux Drive-In while you're in the area.

Rubidoux


Downtown Riverside Travel Guide

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