The Memorial Hospital neighborhood takes its name from the large hospital complex, the Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital. The neighborhood sits directly east of Downtown Santa Rosa, providing easy access to shops and restaurants. For some retail therapy or a bite to eat, locals flock to Santa Rosa Plaza, which has over 100 stores. Every spring and summer, the local outdoor marketplace opens up to feature live music, local crafts, and samples from regional wineries and breweries (which are just minutes from the neighborhood). Memorial Hospital is also convenient to several parks like Howarth Park, a local favorite for its family-friendly activities ranging from pony rides to paddle boats. Memorial Hospital is known for its upscale mid-century houses, ranches, and condos, complemented by tree-lined streets.