Norman is the third-largest city in Oklahoma, with more than 100,000 people as of January 2011. In addition to the Riverwind Casino, other attractions of this tourist destination city include the University of Oklahoma, Thunderbird State Park, Little River Zoo and the Sam Noble Museum of Natural History. There are hotels throughout the city with several that are just a few minutes from the Riverwind Casino.
The Sooner Legends Inn & Suites is a sports-themed hotel about two miles from the Riverwind Casino in Norman. Additionally, the football stadium is within walking distance. The decor is an "old time" theme with sports photos and memorabilia from the 1920s, 1930s and the 1940s throughout the facility. Each of the units features a custom made bed and pictures of famous sport heroes from the University of Oklahoma as decoration on the walls. Guests are treated to a complimentary hot breakfast each morning.
The Residence Inn by Marriott in Norman sits five minutes from the Riverwind Casino, offering convenience for those who are visiting for gambling. Other attractions that are located within a few minutes of this hotel include the Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, the University of Oklahoma and the National Weather Center. This facility offers two levels with 126 guest suites, while on the property grounds there is an indoor and an outside swimming pool, as well as a whirlpool. A complete hot breakfast is available free each morning.
The Riverwind Hotel offers 100 guest rooms and is part of the Riverwind Casino complex in Norman, Oklahoma. This location offers easy access to additional attractions such as the University of Oklahoma just three miles away, the Sooner Mall about two miles away and the Winter Creek Golf Course about 14 miles away. Multiple restaurants are located within this complex, including the Panda Express, Rick's Cafe and the Autograph Sports Bar, which enables guests to enjoy their accommodations without ever having to leave to eat. Live entertainment is featured on a nightly basis. Guests are offered a complimentary hot breakfast every morning.
The Country Inn and Suites, sits just five minutes from the Riverwind Casino. In addition to the casino, other nearby places of interest include the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art at two miles away, the University of Oklahoma about three miles from this hotel, and the Sooner Mall less than two miles from this location. Guest are offered refreshments 24 hours per day in the hotel lobby, while an indoor heated swimming pool and spa are available.
