Hult Center for Performing Arts - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Autzen Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
University of Oregon - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
Hayward Field - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Eugene Station - 8 min drive
Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Panda Express - 7 min walk
Fuji Japanese Steakhouse - 6 min walk
Texas Roadhouse - 5 min walk
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - 7 min walk
Red Robin - 11 min walk
About this property
Valley River Inn
Family-friendly hotel near University of Oregon
At Valley River Inn, you can look forward to a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Sweet Waters on the River, offers dinner, light fare, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a conference center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and an off-leash area
Meeting rooms, outdoor furniture, and luggage storage
Guest reviews say good things about the walkable location
Room features
All 257 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak well of the comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
55-inch HDTVs with premium channels
Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and coffee/tea makers
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 30 for adults and USD 8 to 15 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Sweet Waters on the River
Things to do
Children's pool
Piano
Seasonal outdoor pool
Family friendly
Children's pool
Refrigerator on request
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Wedding services
Business services
13 meeting rooms
Conference center (15,000 square feet of space)
Outdoors
On a river
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Built in 1973
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Fireplace in lobby
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator on request
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electrical adapters
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Water-efficient showers
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 30 for adults, and USD 8 to 15 for children
Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from May 23 to September 01
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
River Valley Inn
Valley River Eugene
Valley River Inn
Valley River Inn Eugene
The Valley River Hotel Eugene
Valley River Hotel
Valley River Inn Hotel
Valley River Inn Eugene
Valley River Inn Hotel Eugene
Frequently asked questions
Does Valley River Inn have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Is Valley River Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Valley River Inn?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Valley River Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Valley River Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Valley River Inn located?
This family-friendly Eugene hotel is located on the riverwalk, within a 5-minute walk of Valley River Center Mall and Willamette River. University of Oregon is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.
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Valley River Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 267 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 267 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 267 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 267 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 267 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Nathan
29 April 2025
Very well refurbished location with a killer restaurant.
Not only is the property beautiful, the view of the river at sunset was just gorgeous. Breakfast at the hotel was delicious and reception and the staff were hospitable and gracious. We had a wonderful stay and will consider staying again!