West University Travel Guide

Reno

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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

Legend of the Lost Temple Escape Room Adventure

Legend of the Lost Temple Escape Room Adventure

฿1,071
per adult
Legend of the Lost Temple Escape Room Adventure
Twisted Treatment Escape Room

Twisted Treatment Escape Room

฿1,071
per adult
Twisted Treatment Escape Room
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

฿1,071
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
River Rafting

Truckee River Rafting or Kayaking Tours from Reno

฿5,333
per adult
Truckee River Rafting or Kayaking Tours from Reno
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

฿1,071
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
Bigfoot's Fury Escape Room

Bigfoot's Fury Escape Room

฿1,071
per adult
Bigfoot's Fury Escape Room
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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 ฿2,190 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿2,190
฿2,486 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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
The price is ฿2,325 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿2,325
฿2,639 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 ...
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Reno Downtown
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino

Peppermill Resort Spa Casino

4.5 out of 5
2707 S. Virginia Street Reno NV
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,022 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿2,022
฿4,065 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Reno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Nugget Casino Resort

Nugget Casino Resort

4 out of 5
1100 Nugget Ave Sparks NV
The price is ฿1,347 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿1,347
฿3,327 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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 ...
Nugget Casino Resort
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino

Grand Sierra Resort and Casino

4 out of 5
2500 E 2nd St Reno NV
The price is ฿1,860 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿1,860
฿3,804 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Reno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (9,427 reviews)
"Food was fantastic. Ate at the Rim Asian, Grand Cafe and the 24 hour snack bar. Pool was well maintained. The "it's Magic Show" was a hoot! Finally, got to see KC & the Sunshine Band, who were fabulous!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
J Resort

J Resort

3.5 out of 5
345 N Arlington Ave Reno NV
The price is ฿1,392 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿1,392
฿2,828 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
J 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.

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Reno/Tahoe Airport

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

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Photo by Sharon Stewart
Open Photo by Sharon Stewart

Old Southwest

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

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Northeast Reno

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

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Midtown

Midtown might not have many top sights, but Peppermill and National Automobile Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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