Nestled along the idyllic Willamette River, Valley River Inn puts travelers at the foot of adventure, excitement, dining, shopping, and nightlife. Just a few minutes from the University of Oregon and downtown Eugene, guests are invited to explore the charming surroundings teeming with unique shops, craft breweries, wineries, and outdoor adventures, including miles of scenic riverfront paths.
Valley River Inn is ideally located in Eugene, just a short drive from several great hiking and biking trails like Spencer Butte, Mount Pisgah, Skinner Butte, and the Ridgeline Trail System. Situated at the foot of the Willamette River there are 12 miles of riverfront paths just steps from our front door. Make Valley River Inn your home base and explore the local area with a fun day trip. Head to the local mountain resort for skiing or snowboarding, or track your course towards the Pacific and visit the unique sea lion caves.
With nearly a dozen breweries in Eugene, there’s sure to be a craft beer that you’ll enjoy. Just minutes from our hotel, you’ll find the popular Ninkasi Brewery, Hop Valley Brewery, and Oakshire Brewing. Other breweries along the Eugene Ale Trail include Falling Sky Brewing House, Rogue Public House, Steelhead Brewing, McMenamins High Street Brewery, Plank Town Brewing, Claim 52, and Agrarian Ales Brewing Company.
Enjoy nightly wine tasting in the Wine Room at SweetWaters featuring our exclusive wine partner, LaVelle Vineyards. Other great Eugene-area wineries include King Estate Winery, Silvan Ridge/Hinman Vineyards, Territorial Vineyards, Abbelone Vineyard, Capitello Wines, Chalice Vineyards, Hayworth Estate Wines, Sarver Winery, Sweet Cheeks Winery, and Iris Vineyards. All are just a short drive from the hotel.
Stroll to over 120 national and local retailers and restaurants, including over 70 that are market-exclusive to the area. Valley River Center is the largest enclosed mall between Portland and San Francisco, located moments from Valley River Inn. With a trade area that extends beyond the city of Eugene to other parts of Lane County, the mall is the dominant shopping center in the county.
