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$$

This column indicates the typical price range of this hotel. We use the following codes: E=Economy (under $50), M=Midrange ($50 to $100), U=Upscale ($100 to $150), L=Luxury (over $150). Please note that room rates fluctuate (seasonal popularity, special events in the area, etc.).

Miles

The approximate distance in miles from the exit to the hotel. These are calculations using GPS data. Distances along city streets will be somewhat different but this should give you a good idea of the distances to Discount Hotels near the cited Interstate exit.

Fit

Discount Hotels near I-90 in Spokane offering  'fitness' or exercise facilities are indicated with an F in this column. If the hotel also has a spa, it is so indicated by an S in this column. Most hotels define a 'spa' as a large hot tub with built in water jets. In a few cases, fitness facilities and spas may be off-premises (entry by pass issued by the hotel) in which case dressing rooms are also present for your convenience.

Kit

Discount Hotels near I-90 in Spokane offering a full kitchen or 'kitchenette' are indicated with an 'K' in this column. An 'M' in this column indicates microwave available. If the room also has a refrigerator, it is so indicated by an 'R' in this column. Many hotels have some rooms furnished with microwaves and small refrigerators but you have to request them. We list them only if there is not an additional charge (or so they have informed us).

I'net

Discount Hotels near I-90 in Spokane offering Internet access are indicated (with an M for dial-up and W for wideband) in the I'net column. Please note that 'wideband' facilities vary. In addition to a network port (usually installed in the docking station), we suggest you bring along cables and your Windows distribution CD (in case you are required to load a special network driver). For 'dial up dataports', you would only need a modem and an RJ-11 patch cord (which you should always have with you, anyway).

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Manito Park
  Almost hidden south of downtown Spokane, this set of lovely gardens has been nurtured with a lot of donations of money (including a $10,000 donation from a Japanese dishwasher employed in Spokane) and time. Here is a great place to come and relax. included in the setting are a rose garden and a lilac garden. The Park has its own, well equipped Conservatory, a large, glass greenhouse with several smaller, attached greenhouses. Named the Gaiser Conservatory, it is open to visitors. Note that the Conservatory closes at 3:30p. You can pick up a walking tour brochure of the park at the Conservatory. 
  Our absolute favorite spot is the small Japanese Garden. These little gardens are just so peaceful it is like stepping into a different world. And this is all in the middle of a bustling city!
  The Park (and Japanese Garden) hours are 8:30a to dusk from about June 1st to September 30th. As the days shorten, the hours of operation also shorten. The conservatory closes at 3:30p. Admission to the park is FREE!
  From I-90, take exit 281 (Division Street) and turn south on Division. Drive south 3 blocks to 7th Avenue. Turn right, carefully merge with traffic so you can turn left on McClellan (2 blocks). Go 2 more blocks and turn left on 9th Avenue. Go to the first street on your right (Grand Avenue), do the required half-right turn and drive up the hill on Grand and continue on Grand all the way to 18th Avenue. Turn into the Manito Park parking lot (on your right).
  Address: 4 West 21st Ave.
  Phone: 1-509-456-8038.

Riverside Park
  Here is more evidence of Spokane's commitment to family. Riverside Park was, in a way, created as the site for Spokane's Expo '74 ('A World's Fair for the Environment'). Many of the buildings were designed and constructed to be permanent structures (similar to what Seattle did for their '62 World's Fair) and what remains after the big clean-up is Riverside Park.
  The Park is like a 50 acre oasis on the bank of the Spokane River - in the middle of Spokane. Spokane Falls is in this part of the river and is viewed from the Park. Remaining from Expo '74 are the Amphitheaters, the Opera House, the Convention Center and the IMAX theatre with its 5 story screen and surround sound audio system.
  Two things you don't want to miss if you have children with you. One is the Gondola Ride which, like a ski lift, transports you in these little 'gondola cars' over the park, the Spokane River (and Spokane Falls) and back again. You board it at the west end of the Park.
  The other 'don't miss' attraction is the old (and genuine) carrousel. Kids love these things and while it may be of a 'by-gone age' it still brings smiles as quickly and effectively as ever.

  Thank you, Spokane!