West University Travel Guide

Reno

A forested area with a grassy field and a person standing in the distance.
A room with a variety of animal heads mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and a globe.
A night sky filled with stars and a colorful nebula.
An indoor museum exhibit with glass display cases containing artifacts, a map labeled 'AFRICA', and a section with sculptures.
A detailed topographical map of a region with mountainous terrain, coastal areas, and a large body of water.

Stay near popular West University attractions

A sign with the name 'Wilbur D. May Arboretum' surrounded by a metal fence and flowering plants.

Rancho San Rafael Park

Take a break in Reno’s favorite park where wide open fields, formal gardens and hiking trails await.
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Things to do

Reno: XD Theater admission

Reno: XD Theater Ticket at Max Action – Grand Sierra Resort

Β£7
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Reno: XD Theater Ticket at Max Action – Grand Sierra Resort
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

Β£24
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Reno: Arcade Play Card & Free Roam Arena VR Combo Ticket

Reno: Arcade Play Card & Free Roam Arena VR Combo Ticket

Β£22
per adult
Reno: Arcade Play Card & Free Roam Arena VR Combo Ticket
Legend of the Lost Temple Escape Room Adventure

Legend of the Lost Temple Escape Room Adventure

Β£24
per adult
Legend of the Lost Temple Escape Room Adventure
Downtown Historical Walking Tour Discover Reno's Rich History

Downtown Historical Walking Tour Discover Reno's Rich History

Β£37
per adult
Downtown Historical Walking Tour Discover Reno's Rich History
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

Β£24
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
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Top hotels in West University

Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown

Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown

2 out of 5
636 N. Virginia St. Reno NV
The price is Β£51 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
Β£51
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Reno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Reno Downtown

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Reno Downtown

2.5 out of 5
660 N. Virginia Street Reno NV
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Β£51 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Β£51
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
5.4/10 (1,004 reviews)
"Peeling paint everywhere in the ceiling of the bathroom. And the door hinges were coming out. Had to slam the door. Shut to get it to close."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Reno Downtown
Hot Tub, Fire Pit, 4~King Beds, 3 baths, 2 Kitchens, 2 Living Rooms, 3 Immersive Experiences

Hot Tub, Fire Pit, 4~King Beds, 3 baths, 2 Kitchens, 2 Living Rooms, 3 Immersive Experiences

Reno NV
The price is Β£407 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
Β£407
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Reno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions National Bowling Stadium and Peppermill are located ...
Hot Tub, Fire Pit, 4~King Beds, 3 baths, 2 Kitchens, 2 Living Rooms, 3 Immersive Experiences
Cozy 2-bedroom house in Reno near UNR - Sleeps 7

Cozy 2-bedroom house in Reno near UNR - Sleeps 7

Reno NV
Stay at this holiday home in Reno. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Grand Sierra Resort Casino and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
"Property was cute and clean and very close for move-in weekend at UNR. The portable AC units take a while to cool the place down, so we ended up not using the loft bed because it was too hot for our guest up there. It was about 100 degrees all weekend during our stay so having to keep the bedroom ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

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Cozy 2-bedroom house in Reno near UNR - Sleeps 7
Close to Downtown Reno, easy drive to Tahoe, spacious house overlooking Reno!

Close to Downtown Reno, easy drive to Tahoe, spacious house overlooking Reno!

Reno NV
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Reno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions National Bowling Stadium and Grand ...
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Close to Downtown Reno, easy drive to Tahoe, spacious house overlooking Reno!
Nugget Casino Resort

Nugget Casino Resort

4 out of 5
1100 Nugget Ave Sparks NV
The price is Β£66 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Β£66
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Sparks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (8,591 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Nugget Casino Resort
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Where to stay in West University

Find the best West University areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Reno

Downtown Reno is beloved for its first-class casinos. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Reno Arch and National Bowling Stadium.

A snow-covered mountain landscape with a lake and distant snow-capped mountains under a clear sky.

Reno/Tahoe Airport

Get to know Reno/Tahoe Airport by checking out its casinos, restaurants and spas. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Atlantis Casino or Peppermill during your time in the area.

A bridge with a metal railing, a decorative metal sculpture, a stone wall, and a sign for "Reno Riviera Motel".
Photo by Ann Sair
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Old Southwest

While visiting Old Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Nevada Museum of Art and Truckee River.

A sunset over a calm lake with large boulders and a lone tree on a rock.

Northeast Reno

If you're spending some time in Northeast Reno, Reno Livestock Events Center and Greater Nevada Field are top sights worth seeing.

Two hot air balloons flying over a city with mountains in the background.

Northwest Reno

While Northwest Reno isn't home to many top sights, Boomtown Casino and J Resort are some notable places to visit nearby.

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