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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a TV screen displaying a sports game.

A modern kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and shelves stocked with snacks.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area

Eastside, 1.4 km from University of California, Riverside

Danyell

￥19,738

￥22,343 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel named Quality Inn with a modern design, surrounded by tall 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.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and a welcoming sign.

2. Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

Eastside, 1.5 km from University of California, Riverside

Emmanuel

￥12,823

￥14,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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 restaurant interior with a dining area, a counter with a menu, and a window with curtains.

A building entrance with a glass door, a bench, and a red mat.

3. Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside

Eastside, 1.1 km from University of California, Riverside

Yesenia

￥13,635

￥15,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A spacious entrance with a curved ceiling, stone walls, and a view of a multi-story building with balconies.

A corridor with a balcony overlooking a street, featuring a railing with circular designs and a view of buildings and parked cars.

A spacious living area with a large arched window, a sofa, and a coffee table.

4. Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside

Eastside, 3.1 km from University of California, Riverside

Jacob

￥16,955

￥19,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 reception area with a counter, a digital screen, a coffee station, and a door marked with an elevator symbol.

A building with a blue 'WELCOME' sign, a number '1260' on the facade, and a 'LOBBY' sign indicating the entrance.

5. Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East

Eastside, 0.9 km from University of California, Riverside

xavier

￥11,937

￥13,494 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a bar.

A spacious, modern interior with a dining area, seating, and a fireplace.

A modern lobby with a brick wall, a fireplace, seating areas, and a large plant.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a wooden cabinet, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a TV mounted on the wall.

6. Ayres Hotel Rialto Fontana

19.1 km from University of California, Riverside

Diana

￥19,327

￥21,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a landscaped entrance area.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring wooden reception desks and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a flat-screen TV.

7. Courtyard By Marriott San Bernardino Loma Linda

12.3 km from University of California, Riverside

Ernest

￥19,327

￥20,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a vase of flowers, and a clock.

A room with a patterned wallpaper, a framed photograph, a CD, a small table with a lamp, and a door with a blue light.

A red vintage refrigerator in a kitchen with a white cabinet and a blue countertop.

A vintage blue refrigerator with a microwave on top, a gold lamp, and a Sharp digital clock.

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

7.4 km from University of California, Riverside

CLAUDIA

￥18,159

￥21,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A gazebo with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a fountain.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand with a phone, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A wooden building with multiple rooms, a covered patio, and a pool area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

9. Dynasty Suites Redlands

15.3 km from University of California, Riverside

Sharon

￥14,719

￥16,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and a stone facade.

A modern living area with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and a blue patterned rug.

A reception desk with two counters, a decorative wall piece, and a wooden panel design.

A modern cafe with wooden flooring, round tables, and yellow chairs.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Riverside Moreno Valley

6.8 km from University of California, Riverside

Eileen

￥21,174

￥23,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent Best Western Plus sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and a seating area with chairs.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, a stone wall, and a modern building in the background.

11. Best Western Plus Rialto

15.6 km from University of California, Riverside

Riley

￥17,275

￥18,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a wooden counter.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a coffee bar, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Moreno Valley - Riverside by IHG

6.7 km from University of California, Riverside

Sizuka

￥18,632

￥21,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a dark headboard, and a plain wall.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a water bottle on the counter.

A sign for Colton Inn with a clear view of the building's architecture, including a tiled roof and a stucco facade.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a towel rack with folded towels.

13. Colton Inn

8.7 km from University of California, Riverside

Andrea

￥9,147

￥10,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An outdoor patio with a covered seating area, a grill station, and a stone wall backdrop.

A modern restaurant with wooden cabinets, orange chairs, and a counter with various items.

A modern dining area with a long bench, a table, and chairs. There are hanging lights and a view of the outside.

A pool area with a covered seating area and a fenced pool.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Redlands Loma Linda

15.5 km from University of California, Riverside

Julie

￥18,201

￥20,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the dining area.

A well-lit store with refrigerated sections, shelves stocked with snacks, and a clear view of the sky through the window.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a window with blinds.

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Riverside Downtown Convention Center

Downtown Riverside, 4.3 km from University of California, Riverside

Marc

￥23,237

￥26,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a tiled roof.

A spacious hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple dining tables, and chairs. There are several exit signs and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub.

An outdoor patio with a brick oven, tables, chairs, and a covered seating area.

16. Ayres Hotel & Spa Moreno Valley

6.6 km from University of California, Riverside

Thomas

￥18,332

￥20,750 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A formal garden with a central fountain, surrounded by neatly trimmed hedges and trees adorned with lights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.

A hotel pantry with a sign indicating it's for employees only. There are coffee and tea dispensers, a refrigerator, and a fruit display.

17. Citrus Suites Redlands Loma Linda Hotel

15.5 km from University of California, Riverside

Deidre

￥16,425

￥18,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A spacious lobby with a central island, seating area, and a television screen.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and palm trees.

A snack and beverage display with refrigerated and non-refrigerated options, including chips, snacks, and bottled drinks.

A nighttime swimming pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a fence.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Moreno Valley

6.6 km from University of California, Riverside

Sonia

￥19,292

￥21,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with a stone fire table, wicker chairs, and a grill.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large digital display, and a view of a building in the background.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a table, and a carpeted floor.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a wooden table, and two bar stools.

19. Staybridge Suites San Bernardino Loma Linda by IHG

11.2 km from University of California, Riverside

Brandi

￥21,317

￥23,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a vanity with a mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a coffee maker, a microwave, and a small refrigerator. There is a trash bin and a window with a view of the outside.

A Dutch Motel with a vacancy sign, handicap accessible parking, and a row of single-story buildings.

A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and towel rack.

20. Dutch Motel

12.1 km from University of California, Riverside

William

￥13,535

￥14,618 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Riverside

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown	7.8 Good 1,479 reviews	View
Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside	7.8 Good 979 reviews	View
Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside	7.6 Good 1,002 reviews	View
Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East	7.0 Good 1,000 reviews	View

Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very helpful. Easy in and out. All the staff is super cool, respectful and will help you in whatever way they can."

Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

8/10 Good

"The room we were given did not have a working AC unit. The staff was very helpful in changing our room. The second room smelled of cigarette smoke, so the staff was again helpful in providing a third room. The hotel is older, a little run down, but fairly clean and a place to sleep. It was the only one in the area for that price range that had a breakfast included, so that’s a bonus."

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"I liked the overall cleanliness of the hotel and customer service during the day. The night shift service could use an upgrade on hospitality and customer service."

Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside

10/10 Excellent

"Great pl"

1 QUEEN BED | Nsmk, MINI FRIDGE

10/10 Excellent

"The neighbourhood had a nice calm feel at night. The front desk was helpful and made late check-in easy after a long trip alone."

Peaceful Riverside Retreat with Pool

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful home. Loved the landscaping. The pool was so refreshing and relaxing. I felt like I was home. I will definitely return here for the summer. Owner was communicative and check in and check was simple."

TESLA/EV Charger KING BED CanyonCrest Neighborhood

10/10 Excellent

"Great house, nice neighborhood. Teenagers walked to Starbucks every morning. The pool was better than expected. Everything was better than the pics!"

FAMILY POOL HOME/3-BDR/KING BED/Game Room/Billiard Table/Arcade/near UCR

10/10 Excellent

"House very clean, Host responded quickly. Very quiet neighborhood. Will definitely stay again."

4 min from UCR, open floor-plan, monthly stays available

10/10 Excellent

"Everything went smoothly. Communication was great. Property was perfect for us, nice and clean. Great location for commencement activities at UCR. Lots of nice touches such as a full stocked coffee station and toiletries ( in event you forget things)Garage was tight, so if you have a full sized SUV you probably won’t fit. We would definitely stay again."

Other attractions near University of California, Riverside

A rocky outcrop with a view of a distant cityscape and mountains.

Box Springs Mountain Reserve Park

8.0/10 (82 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Box Springs Mountain Reserve Park, a lovely green space in Riverside. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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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)

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.

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SRC Arena

Catch an event at SRC Arena during your trip to Riverside.

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Andulka Park Tennis Center

Catch an event at Andulka Park Tennis Center during your trip to Riverside.

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Riverside Tennis Center

Catch an event at Riverside Tennis Center during your trip to Riverside.

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Riverside Art Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Riverside Art Museum during your travels in Riverside. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Riverside Metropolitan Museum

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Riverside Metropolitan Museum during your trip to Riverside. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

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California Museum of Photography

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in California Museum of Photography in Riverside. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Riverside?

University of California, Riverside is located in a welcoming area of Riverside known for its beautiful river views and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of California, Riverside?

Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from University of California, Riverside. Other good choices within a short distance include Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East and Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside.

How many hotels will I be able to find near University of California, Riverside?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of California, Riverside.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Riverside, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near University of California, Riverside.

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What can I see and do near University of California, Riverside?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Riverside Metropolitan Museum and California Museum of Photography. Spend some time wandering around University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens, Box Springs Mountain Reserve Park, and Mount Rubidoux Park. Be sure to get some family photos at Fox Performing Arts Center, Fox Performing Arts Center, and Round1 Bowling & Amusement while you're out sightseeing near University of California, Riverside.

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Our top choices for University of California, Riverside hotels

1. Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area

2. Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

3. Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside

4. Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside

5. Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East

6. Ayres Hotel Rialto Fontana

7. Courtyard By Marriott San Bernardino Loma Linda

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

9. Dynasty Suites Redlands

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Riverside Moreno Valley

11. Best Western Plus Rialto

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Moreno Valley - Riverside by IHG

13. Colton Inn

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Redlands Loma Linda

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Riverside Downtown Convention Center

16. Ayres Hotel & Spa Moreno Valley

17. Citrus Suites Redlands Loma Linda Hotel

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Moreno Valley

19. Staybridge Suites San Bernardino Loma Linda by IHG

20. Dutch Motel

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Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East

Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside

1 QUEEN BED | Nsmk, MINI FRIDGE

Peaceful Riverside Retreat with Pool

TESLA/EV Charger KING BED CanyonCrest Neighborhood

FAMILY POOL HOME/3-BDR/KING BED/Game Room/Billiard Table/Arcade/near UCR

4 min from UCR, open floor-plan, monthly stays available

Other attractions near University of California, Riverside

Box Springs Mountain Reserve Park

Riverside Convention Center

SRC Arena

Andulka Park Tennis Center

Riverside Tennis Center

Riverside Art Museum

Riverside Metropolitan Museum

California Museum of Photography

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