Hotel guide
A hotel in Reno should make the parts of the trip you care about easier. Use the location, pace, and booking notes below to narrow the field before you compare rooms.
Choose a property here once you know the kind of stay you want. Not sure which part of town to book? Use the Reno stay matcher before comparing rooms.
The most straightforward first-time base for river walks, museums, events, and an easy first night.
A central downtown base for a first visit that wants river access, nightlife, and a workable airport transfer, not a quiet residential stay.
Best for: Hotel, Downtown and Riverwalk
Before you go: Reserve before you build the rest of the day around it.
a notable Riverwalk stay when the room and evening walk matter as much as casino convenience. It suits couples and food-led weekends.
Best for: Hotel, Downtown and Riverwalk
Before you go: Reserve before you build the rest of the day around it.
A non-gaming downtown base with climbing at the door and walkable event access. Choose it for city texture, not for resort-style amenities.
Best for: Hotel, Downtown and Riverwalk
Before you go: Reserve before you build the rest of the day around it.
A south Reno resort base with pools, spa energy, and room to spread out. It is less handy when Riverwalk and Midtown are the center of the stay.
Best for: Hotel, Midtown and Nevada Museum District
Before you go: Reserve before you build the rest of the day around it.
A small Midtown boutique stay for a design-forward, restaurant-led weekend. Book early and do not choose it for a large family group that needs resort facilities.
Best for: Hotel, Midtown and Nevada Museum District
Before you go: Reserve before you build the rest of the day around it.
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Rates, availability, amenities, and parking rules change often. Confirm the details directly with the property before booking. Last destination review: 2026-08-24.