Hotels Riverside

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  Econo Lodge Riverside

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  Comfort Inn University

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  Arlington Inn

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  Motel 6 UCR Riverside

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  Economy Inn and Suites Riverside

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  Thunderbird Lodge

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  Sands Motel

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  Motel 6 Riverside South

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  Quality Inn & Suites Riverside

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  Budget Inn Riverside

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With so many things to see and do in California, you may have a difficult time deciding on the perfect vacation destination. Consider Riverside, the city of arts and innovation. Located beside the Santa Ana River, this beautiful city has a Mediterranean climate, historic landmarks and enjoyable cultural attractions. Booking a stay in one of the hotels Riverside has to offer ensures the best California experience without all the hassle of the larger cities.

Founded in the early 1870s, Riverside saw the birth of the California citrus industry. It's perhaps best known as the home of the Mission Inn and the Riverside National Cemetery.

The gorgeous Mission Inn is the largest Mission Revival style structure in the entire United States. Currently a hotel and spa, this historic downtown landmark began in 1876 as a two-story adobe boarding house. Its later influences include Spanish and Gothic architecture, Moorish revival and Spanish Colonial styles and Renaissance and Mediterranean flavors. The eclectic structure is complex with its narrow passageways, medieval-style clock, castle towers and minarets. It also features the St. Francis Chapel, an area that boasts four intricate stained glass windows and original mosaics by the world-renowned, Louis Comfort Tiffany. The chapel even has a Mexican-Baroque style altar carved out of cedar and covered in gold leaf. A trip to the Mission Inn is every art history lover's dream.

The Mission also features an extraordinary culinary experience. A small Italian bistro is located on the grounds as well as an AAA Four Diamond awarded steak and seafood restaurant. You can find anything here from buffet-style brunch to international fare. When you first arrive, stop by the Mission Inn Museum to immerse yourself in the cultural heritage of the site. You have the option of going on a guided tour that highlights the history and architectural details of the inn. If you're lucky enough to visit on the weekend before Halloween, you can participate in the annual ghost walk. A fundraiser for the California Riverside Ballet, the paranormal excursion gives visitors the chance to experience the haunted side of the Mission and the entire downtown area comes alive with a supernatural theme.

Other popular landmarks around Riverside, California are the Fox Theater (the place where "Gone with the Wind" was first shown in 1939), the "World's Largest Paper Cup", Box Springs Mountain and the March Joint Air Reserve Base.

For tourists interested in art, the city boasts an outstanding art scene. Artscape is a visual arts exhibit located in the Riverside County Building. Exhibits are rotated biannually and are managed by the Riverside Arts Council. Another option is the ArtsWalk, which occurs on the first Thursday of each month. Various locations downtown are open to the public in the evening and participating locations offer tours, informative talks, host art openings, performances and more. For the artist in you that simply needs to unwind, visit Back to the Grind: the Undergrind Gallery. This is the first community coffee shop in Riverside set in a Victorian café and the ambiance is a throwback to the old days. The Grind has become a haven for artists and musicians all over Riverside and it's a favorite spot for visitors.

To sample the freshest citrus and other organic produce, the Downtown Farmers Market is open for business every Saturday on Main Street. Its specialty items, fresh fish, cheese, hummus and homemade honey make it a popular spot for visitors.

It wouldn't be a trip to California's first citrus city without a visit to the California Citrus State Historic Park. Designed to reflect the style of an early 20th century city park, this attraction features an activity center, demonstration groves, picnic areas and an amphitheater. It emphasizes how significant citrus has been to the state.

When selecting your accommodation in one of the hotels Riverside has to offer, be sure to read the general hotel description. Most are located within easy access of public transportation and some are pet-friendly. Amenities like continental breakfasts, dry cleaning services, swimming pools and fitness facilities are clearly listed. Selecting a room in one of the hotels Riverside proudly presents means you'll be within driving distance of Disneyland and other major California attractions, making Riverside the perfect location for your next family adventure. Forego a hectic stay in Los Angeles and kick back in historic Riverside, California instead.

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