| across the street from the shops and restaurants at university village, this unassuming hotel is a 3-minute walk from the university of california riverside, and 2 miles from the riverside convention center. a suite adds a jacuzzi and extra living space. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. the straightforward, casual rooms come with minifridges and microwaves, plus flat-screen tvs, free wi-fi and work desks. complimentary perks include parking, continental breakfast, and hot drinks and cookies served in the lobby
Los Angeles International Airport 1 hr 15
UCR ARTS (9 min)
ARTSblock gallery devoted to photography exhibits of both historical & artistic interest. Mount Rubidoux (11 min)
Paved hiking trails up a mountain with some historical landmarks, including a cross, & city views. UC Riverside Botanic Gardens (8 min)
University's garden offers 40 leafy acres of 3,500+ plant species & 200+ bird types. Open daily. Van Buren Drive-In Theatre and Swap Meet (14 min)
Historic, circa-1964 drive-in theater screens films on outdoor screens & hosts Swap Meet markets. Mount Rubidoux Park (12 min)
Natural terrain for dog-running, hiking & views, centered around a giant white cross at the summit. Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park (8 min)
Several trails connect this 1,424-acre public space to the communities surrounding it. Mission Inn Museum (7 min)
Exhibits of local history & art in a National Historic Landmark hotel in Mission Revival style. Riverside Metropolitan Museum (7 min)
Museum dedicated to the history, culture & nature of the region, including 2 landmark homes. March Field Air Museum (13 min)
Museum with more than 70 historic military aircrafts on display including rare operational jets. Riverside Art Museum (6 min)
Exhibition space that features art classes, workshops, lectures & a museum store selling local art. Castle Park (15 min)
Compact carnival-style amusement park with live entertainment, arcade games & American fare. Fairmount Park (7 min)
Serene park featuring picnic areas, rose gardens, lakes, rental pedal boats & a golf course. Riverside (9 min) Fiesta Village Family Fun Park (13 min)
Family amusement center featuring go-karts, laser tag, carnival rides & arcade games. California Citrus State Historic Park (17 min)
Park dedicated to preserving the history of California's great citrus boom of the 20th century. | 
