
The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
Best for history, architecture, and guests wanting multiple on-site restaurants, a museum-like property, and a full-service spa.
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The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is a historic, full-service 4-star hotel and National Historic Landmark in downtown Riverside; this guide helps culture-minded travelers and event planners who want a landmark stay. Bear Springs Hotel is a 3.5-star, casino-adjacent hotel in Highland; read on if you want a convenient, well-rated Inland Empire lodging option near Yaamava' Resort & Casino.
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Best for history, architecture, and guests wanting multiple on-site restaurants, a museum-like property, and a full-service spa.

Best for travelers who want a convenient, well-rated hotel near a major casino and event venues with free self parking and basic meeting facilities.
When The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa wins: Choose Mission Inn if you want a downtown Riverside experience centered on historic architecture, several distinctive restaurants and lounges, guided museum tours on the property, and a full-service spa (Kelly’s Spa).
When Bear Springs Hotel wins: Choose Bear Springs if your priority is proximity to Yaamava' Resort & Casino, simpler meeting/banquet facilities, free self parking, and a compact hotel with straightforward leisure amenities (outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness).
Bottom line: Mission Inn is a destination property for culture, weddings, and spa-driven stays in downtown Riverside; Bear Springs is a practical, well-rated alternative for casino- and event-adjacent stays in Highland.
| Category | The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa | Bear Springs Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic landmark, downtown culture and architecture | Casino-adjacent, practical upscale lodging |
| Location | Downtown Riverside, steps from museums and the Fox Performing Arts Center | Highland, near Yaamava' Resort & Casino and local event centers |
| Star rating | 4-star (per hotel materials) | 3.5-star (supplier listing) |
| Guest rating | Not published | 9.2 user rating (supplier listing) |
| Size / rooms | 238 rooms across 5 floors | 105 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Pools | Year-round heated outdoor pool and hot tub | One outdoor pool; pool sun loungers (supplier listing) |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site restaurants and lounges (Mission Inn Restaurant, Steakhouse/Duane's, Las Campanas, Bella Trattoria, California Lounge, Presidential Lounge, and more) | One on-site restaurant and one bar/lounge (supplier listing) |
| Spa & wellness | Kelly’s Spa — full-service spa with 12 treatment rooms, Roman baths, sauna/steam; open to day visitors | No full-service spa listed (supplier listing) |
| Events & meetings | Extensive event space (~20,000 sq ft) with historic chapels and multiple ballrooms | Banquet hall and meeting rooms; 24-hour business center (supplier listing) |
| Parking | Valet and self-parking (surcharges) and EV charging station | Free self parking onsite (supplier listing) |
| Family policy | All ages welcome; up to three children 11 and under stay free in same room (hotel FAQ) | |
The Mission Inn sits on Mission Inn Avenue in downtown Riverside, within easy walking distance of multiple museums and the Fox Performing Arts Center.
Choose Mission Inn for a walkable, culture-focused downtown Riverside base.
Bear Springs Hotel is located in Highland and is described as being within a short drive of Yaamava' Resort & Casino and regional event venues.
Choose Bear Springs when you want easy access to casino and nearby event destinations in Highland.
The Mission Inn offers a range of named room types across a large historic property.
Mission Inn’s rooms suit guests who want a historic setting and a variety of room types.
Bear Springs provides 105 air-conditioned guestrooms offering standard conveniences.
Bear Springs focuses on straightforward, comfortable rooms with practical amenities.
The Mission Inn has multiple named restaurants and lounges covering a range of cuisines and atmospheres.
Mission Inn is for travelers who want multiple on-site dining experiences and formal restaurant options.
Bear Springs lists one on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge for guests and visitors.
Bear Springs covers basic on-site dining needs and 24-hour room service for convenience.
The Mission Inn provides a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, integrated with spa and wellness offerings.
Mission Inn pairs pool time with a full-service spa and wellness facilities.
Bear Springs includes one outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center for guests.
Bear Springs suits guests who want a basic hotel pool and round-the-clock fitness access.
Mission Inn emphasizes an on-site spa experience plus quieter, upscale lounges for evening drinks.
Mission Inn is for guests prioritizing spa treatments and elegant on-site evening venues.
Bear Springs pairs fitness and basic drinking/dining options with casino-adjacent nightlife nearby.
Bear Springs is practical for guests who plan to use the nearby casino and event nightlife.

The Mission Inn — National Historic Landmark, on-site museum tours, chapels, and period architecture.

Bear Springs — short drive to Yaamava' Resort & Casino and regional event venues.

The Mission Inn — Kelly’s Spa with Roman baths, 12 treatment rooms, and spa packages open to day visitors.

Bear Springs — free self parking, 24-hour front desk, and practical meeting/banquet space.
The Mission Inn — it has extensive historic event spaces, multiple ballrooms, and two chapels with large and small capacities.
Yes — Bear Springs is described as casino-adjacent and is a short drive from Yaamava' Resort & Casino.
The Mission Inn has Kelly’s Spa, a full-service Tuscan-inspired spa; Bear Springs does not list a full-service spa in supplier facts.
Yes — both properties welcome guests of all ages (neither is adults-only).
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