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

Reno: XD Theater admission

Reno: XD Theater Ticket at Max Action – Grand Sierra Resort

Rp180.650
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reno: XD Theater Ticket at Max Action – Grand Sierra Resort
Legend of the Lost Temple Escape Room Adventure

Legend of the Lost Temple Escape Room Adventure

Rp578.080
per adult
Legend of the Lost Temple Escape Room Adventure
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning

Rp578.080
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Reno Ghost Tour: Ruin, Revenge, & Reckoning
(18+) Reno: Private 30-Minute Axe Throwing Experience Ticket

Reno: Axe Throwing Experience (18+) at Grand Sierra Resort

Rp722.600
per traveller
Reno: Axe Throwing Experience (18+) at Grand Sierra Resort
Reno's Magique at The Nugget Ticket Show

Reno's Magique at The Nugget Ticket Show

Rp993.575
per adult
Reno's Magique at The Nugget Ticket Show
River Rafting

Truckee River Rafting or Kayaking Tours from Reno

Rp2.878.477
per adult
Truckee River Rafting or Kayaking Tours from Reno
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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 Rp1.116.558 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp1.116.558
Rp1.267.293 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 Rp1.296.648 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp1.296.648
Rp1.471.695 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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 ...
5.4/10 (1,003 reviews)
"Check in was smooth, room was clean, check out was smooth."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

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
The price is Rp1.080.540 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp1.080.540
Rp2.172.786 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,721 reviews)
"The steam shower was amazing"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Nugget Casino Resort

Nugget Casino Resort

4 out of 5
1100 Nugget Ave Sparks NV
The price is Rp720.180 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp720.180
Rp1.778.184 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 Rp994.097 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp994.097
Rp2.033.325 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! (9,452 reviews)
"Amazing hotel and casino, this is one of our go-to resorts in Reno. Always great! Clean updated rooms, clean air, all around great!"

Reviewed on 28 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 Rp743.772 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp743.772
Rp1.511.495 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (8,173 reviews)
"Room was really clean and nice - They are still doing a lot of updating, but so far what they have done looks great. Hanna's Table (restaurant on site) wasn't the best - Food took a long time and was edible but wasn't memorable. Parking was easy, staff were pleasant, check-in was pretty crazy as ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

J Resort
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Where to stay in West University

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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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