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Riverside · California

The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa

3649 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside, California, 92501

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Dec 3, 2026
Check-out
Dec 5, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Amenities

    The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa, located in Riverside, offers a year-round outdoor pool and an on-site spa for guests to unwind and relax. The complimentary WiFi in the lobby and pool area ensures you stay connected during your stay.

  • Comfortable Accommodations

    Rooms at the hotel feature modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and cozy seating areas. Enjoy a freshly brewed cup of coffee from the in-room coffee machine and pamper yourself with the provided guest robes and toiletries.

  • Convenient Facilities

    With a 24-hour front desk, gift shop, and fitness center on-site, The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa ensures that all your needs are met during your stay. Explore nearby attractions like Lake Arrowhead and Orange, just a short distance away.

Book your stay at The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa for a truly indulgent experience.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Beautiful location

  • Historic building

At the hotel

Popular amenities

92 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Baby safety gates
  • Bar
  • Beauty Services
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Pools & wellness

  • Fence around pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Manicure
  • Massage services
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pedicure
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Steam room
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Kid meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Restaurant
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Garden
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Terrace
  • Yoga classes

Rooms & comfort

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Heating
  • Hot spring bath
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Safety & cleanliness

  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Valet parking
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
  • Walking tours

Services & essentials

  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Happy hour
  • Higher level toilet
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Live music/performance
  • Minimarket on site
  • Movie nights
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

1,617 reviews
10/ 10
Beautiful property with a great location. Exceptional customer service.
larissa · couple · 2026-10-30

The guest experience

8.2out of 10
1617 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Beautiful location
  • Historic building

Worth knowing — Cleanliness issues · Rude staff interactions

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.8

    Beautiful and historic location, highly praised by multiple reviewers.

  • Amenities8.8

    Amenities like the main lobby and pool were praised, but some areas need improvement.

  • Overall Experience8.8

    Positive sentiments overall, despite some significant issues.

  • Service8.3

    Mixed reviews on service, with staff being described as helpful by some but rude and unwelcoming by others.

  • Value for Money8.2

    Price point deemed high for the quality of experience received.

  • Food and Beverage7.8

    Food quality at the restaurant was found lacking, though ambiance was appreciated.

  • Cleanliness7.3

    Feedback on mildew and water damage in rooms indicates a need for improvement.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

58% of 12 recent stays rated 8+

8.21617 reviews
  • Wonderful if you need a quiet getaway with everything you need on site.

    10/10

    larissa · couple · 2026-10-30

    “Beautiful property with a great location. Exceptional customer service.”

  • We enjoyed our stay very much!

    8/10

    Mher · couple · 2026-10-29

    “The atmosphere was very warm and friendly!”

  • Overall we had an amazing and relaxing stay.

    10/10

    Janie · couple · 2026-10-19

    “The history and beauty of the inn is the reason we chose to stay there. The staff treated us to a luxurious and welcoming experience. The restaurants were wonderful too.”

  • Disappointed mom trying to have a night out away from the kids.

    3/10

    Esmeralda · solo traveller · 2026-10-09

    “I love the mission inn. The ambience is great and it’s close to so much in downtown. I liked the bars in the hotel.”

  • It was horrible and left as soon as sun rose to

    1/10

    Pilar · solo traveller · 2026-10-09

    “The place was not clean the floors had a pee mildew smell would never stay there again.”

  • never again

    2/10

    Julia Izmalkowa · family with children · 2026-10-08

    “location. its pretty from outside.”

  • A dreamlike place!

    9/10

    Laura Xannat · couple · 2026-09-17

    “Staying at the hotel is like living in a castle—you can really feel it and even smell it; I loved it.”

  • Comfortable Bed, Way Too Loud Outside

    2/10

    Kryslin · couple · 2026-09-15

    “Preserved historical site.”

  • Like stepping into the past

    10/10

    Martha · couple · 2026-09-15

    “In my lifetime the Mission Inn has been threatened with demolition twice. It is absolutely beautiful and well-preserved; we are so lucky to be able to stay there. The staff is very accommodating.”

  • Guest review

    6/10

    Vladimir · couple · 2026-09-08

    “Amazing historical building”

  • Outstanding

    10/10

    Pamela · couple · 2026-09-06

    “Beautiful, charming, comfortable”

  • A wonderful historical vibe with welcoming staff.

    9/10

    Joe · couple · 2026-09-06

    “Food was excellent at Mexican restaurant and good at Mission Inn”

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