Mission Inn

The Mission Inn is a large downtown hotel in Riverside that occupies an entire city block and offers 238 guest rooms. The property combines Mission Revival, Spanish Colonial Revival, and Mediterranean Revival architecture across its interconnected buildings.

Frank Miller took over the building his father had opened as a boarding house in 1876 and gradually transformed it into a large hotel. The expansions took place over several decades during the economic growth driven by Southern California's citrus industry.

The St Francis Chapel contains eight Tiffany stained-glass windows, while the property houses a collection of 800 bells, including one dating from 1247.

The hotel features six dining establishments and several public areas that guests and visitors can explore. The property is accessible during daytime hours, though some interior spaces are reserved for hotel guests.

The Famous Fliers Wall from 1932 displays the names of well-known pilots like Amelia Earhart who stayed here. The onsite chapel contains eight Tiffany stained-glass windows and a collection of around 800 bells, including one from the 13th century.

Location: Riverside

Inception: 1876

Architects: Arthur Burnett Benton

Architectural style: Mission Revival architecture, Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, Mediterranean Revival architecture

Address: 3649 7th Street

Website: https://missioninn.com

GPS coordinates: 33.98333,-117.37278

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:58