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

A modern bistro bar with a curved counter, seating area with tables and chairs, and a menu display.

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

1. Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area

Eastside, 0.9 mi from University of California, Riverside

Jose

£105

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 breakfast buffet with various food items and a welcoming sign.

2. Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

Eastside, 1 mi from University of California, Riverside

Emmanuel

£74

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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.

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

3. Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside

Eastside, 0.7 mi from University of California, Riverside

Bobby

£79

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

4. Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside

Eastside, 1.9 mi from University of California, Riverside

Desiree

£69

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

A reception area with a digital kiosk, a welcome mat, and a wall-mounted TV.

A motel sign with a '6' and 'FREE WI-FI' indicating amenities.

A reception area with a tiled floor, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a glass door leading outside.

5. Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East

Eastside, 0.6 mi from University of California, Riverside

xavier

£69

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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.

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

6. Best Western Plus Rialto

9.7 mi from University of California, Riverside

Firas

£81

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

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 spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a round table in the center.

7. Ayres Hotel & Spa Moreno Valley

4.1 mi from University of California, Riverside

Colton

£97

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

A dinosaur statue, outdoor seating, and a fenced area with plants.

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

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

4.6 mi from University of California, Riverside

CLAUDIA

£101

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

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

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a TV, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Loma Linda Redlands

10 mi from University of California, Riverside

Maria Christina

£124

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a self-service beverage station, a coffee machine, and a menu display.

A reception area with two wooden reception desks, a modern light fixture, and a wall-mounted abstract art piece.

10. Courtyard By Marriott San Bernardino Loma Linda

7.6 mi from University of California, Riverside

Ernest

£94

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

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

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

11. Dynasty Suites Redlands

9.5 mi from University of California, Riverside

robert

£79

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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 clear blue swimming pool with a metal ladder and a tiled edge.

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

12. Colton Inn

5.4 mi from University of California, Riverside

Angel

£56

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and a motivational quote on the wall.

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

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Riverside Moreno Valley

4.2 mi from University of California, Riverside

Michael

£112

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern reception area with a coffee station, seating, and a sign promoting a rewards program.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a dining area visible through an open door.

A modern reception desk with a wooden accent, a blue geometric wall design, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and potted plants.

14. Holiday Inn Express San Bernardino - Colton by IHG

3.3 mi from University of California, Riverside

Amy

£79

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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

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.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent "HOME 2" sign, a parking area with several vehicles, and a covered entrance.

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Redlands Loma Linda

9.6 mi from University of California, Riverside

Maria

£86

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

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

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Riverside Downtown Convention Center

Downtown Riverside, 2.7 mi from University of California, Riverside

Vera

£123

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a desk, a vanity with a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and toilet.

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.

17. Ayres Hotel Rialto Fontana

11.8 mi from University of California, Riverside

Anthony D

£97

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A Staybridge Suites hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the street.

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

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

18. Staybridge Suites San Bernardino Loma Linda by IHG

7 mi from University of California, Riverside

Megan

£113

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a wall with framed pictures and a welcome sign.

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

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Moreno Valley

4.1 mi from University of California, Riverside

Jason

£83

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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.

20. Citrus Suites Redlands Loma Linda Hotel

9.6 mi from University of California, Riverside

Deidre

£85

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Riverside

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown	7.8 Good 1,453 reviews	View
Dynasty Suites Hotel Riverside	7.8 Good 970 reviews	View
Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside	7.4 Good 1,002 reviews	View
Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East	7.0 Good 1,000 reviews	View

Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Riverside Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"Room showed signs of ware/age; walls needed cleaning and touch-up paint, Floor above was replacing bed mattresses starting about 8 am each morning. The sound of carts wheels thumbing on the ceiling and mattresses moving off carts became our alarm clock."

Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

8/10 Good

"Checked in to a very pleasant man. Room is in need of carpet replacement and front door replaced. Pool looks nice but pool area needs upkeep..I went to the pool one day and when I returned to my room the key didn’t work! Man at desk asked for ID…Ofcourse my ID was in the locked room..After I showed him my bank account info on my phone he still hesitated then gave me a new key..He was a rude man!"

Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East

8/10 Good

"Facing University Avenue from the Check In Desk, there is a Gas Station to your left, a Carl's Junior Fast-Food Restauran, across University Avenue is a small Shopping Plaza, turning right onto University Avenue is the University of California Riverside. From the Check In Desk, exiting the Motel 6 parking lot to your left you will turn right onto Iowa, and to your left is a Shell Gas Station, and across the street is a Starbucks. Turning left onto University Avenue you will see to your right, you will see what looks to be a Motel. It is Specialty Shops, and Live Entertainment that were made from the updated, major facelift that was done to the buildings, and the property. Further down University Avenue you will come to Chicago Avenue. A Winchell's Donuts, and Walgreens to your right, to your left a small Shopping Plaza with a Food 4 Less, and across the street from there, a small Shopping Plaza with a Shoe Outlet Store, a Grocery Outlet, a Dollar Tree, and a Planet Fitness. There are some Fast Food Restaurants, a BANK OF AMERICA, ALTURA, and a CITI BANK or CHASE BANK in the University Shopping Plaza across from Motel 6. Sorry, I am familiar but not that familiar with everything. Enjoy your stay!"

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!"

Riverside FAMILY POOL HOME/ 3-BDR/KING BED/Game Room/Arcade/UCR/Downtown

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."

Spacious Riverside Farmhouse, Perfectly Located

10/10 Excellent

"We traveled to Riverside for our daughter's wedding & found this incredible home in Canyon Crest. It is the 1st time we rented a home that not only felt like home but that we did not want to leave. The home was perfect in all aspects, warm, cozy, comfortable & had everything we needed during our stay. We loved the location, a short distance to all conveniences, including a beautiful walk to an incredible park at the top of the hill. The hosts were extremely responsive to anything we inquired about. Don't miss this beautiful, relaxing experience. The view from the yard is truly spectacular, with an amazing pool and hot tub. The property has so much room with a private master suite upstairs. Beds are great. House is so large & quiet & has everything you need, including a great game room. My wife & I are already talking about going back. If there was a rating in excess of 5 stars that would be my rating."

Peaceful Riverside Retreat with Pool

8/10 Good

"Suited the purpose and was clean. Close to a lot of things. Beds weren’t comfortable. Neighborhood is ok at best but nothing alarming."

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 in 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 exploring the galleries in 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 browsing the exhibits at Riverside Metropolitan Museum during your travels in 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 browsing the exhibits at California Museum of Photography during your travels in Riverside. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour 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 stunning river views and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 14 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller 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 find near University of California, Riverside?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options 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, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near University of California, Riverside.

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. Best Western Plus Rialto

7. Ayres Hotel & Spa Moreno Valley

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

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Loma Linda Redlands

10. Courtyard By Marriott San Bernardino Loma Linda

11. Dynasty Suites Redlands

12. Colton Inn

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Riverside Moreno Valley

14. Holiday Inn Express San Bernardino - Colton by IHG

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Redlands Loma Linda

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Riverside Downtown Convention Center

17. Ayres Hotel Rialto Fontana

18. Staybridge Suites San Bernardino Loma Linda by IHG

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Moreno Valley

20. Citrus Suites Redlands Loma Linda Hotel

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Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Riverside Downtown

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa

Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

Motel 6 Riverside, CA - UCR East

TESLA/EV Charger KING BED CanyonCrest Neighborhood

Riverside FAMILY POOL HOME/ 3-BDR/KING BED/Game Room/Arcade/UCR/Downtown

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

Spacious Riverside Farmhouse, Perfectly Located

Peaceful Riverside Retreat with Pool

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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