Name: Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Price range: $154 total
Rating: 8.8

Farmers markets, a multicultural culinary scene, stunning art deco architecture and an exciting zoo make Oakland a must-visit location for Bay area visitors.

Visit Oakland to discover one of America’s most beautiful theaters or explore the country’s first wildlife refuge. Enjoy waterfront dining and shopping inJack London Square or relax in one of the city’s many live music bars.

Oakland is the third-largest city in the San Francisco Bay area. Once infamous as home to the Hell’s Angels motorcycle gang, the city has reinvented itself and now combines historical treasures such as City Hall with modern wonders like theChabot Space & Science Center.

Learn about the city’s past in the Oakland Museum, which features historical exhibits, a display on California’s ecology and a rooftop sculpture garden. Discover the stories of Oakland’s black population in the African American Museum & Library.

Take a walk or a jog aroundLake Merritt, a saltwater lagoon in the middle of the city. This was also the first nature reserve in the United States. The city has about 260 sunny days a year, making it a great place for outdoor enthusiasts.

Families will enjoy theOakland Zoo, while couples and friends can attend a live performance in the splendidParamount Theatre. Go to Jack London Square and stop in at the saloon where the novelist used to drink. This waterside square has a Sunday farmers market in addition to its fine dining and shopping.

Oakland’s creative side is highlighted at the annual August Art + Soul, a festival featuring musical performances, arts and crafts, food and more. Take advantage of the monthly event known as the First Friday Arts Festival, when galleries stay open late, performers line the streets and pop-up food stalls offer a variety of delicious treats.

Get around on the Bay Area Rapid Transportation (BART) rail system or use the good network of buses. Some BART stations, most notably the one on 16th Street, are attractions in themselves, showcasing interesting architecture and ornate facades.

Oakland’s warm weather, arts and multiculturalism give you the best ingredients of the modern California city.

Where to stay in Oakland

Find the best Oakland areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Oakland

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Downtown Oakland

Theaters, art galleries, and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

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Jack London District

If you're spending some time in Jack London District, Jack London Square and Jack London's Cabin are top sights worth seeing.

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Temescal

While visiting Temescal, you might make a stop by sights like Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats.

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Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

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Downtown Alameda

While Downtown Alameda isn't home to many top sights, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Alameda Island Brewing Company are some notable places to visit nearby.

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

68 Monarch Bay Dr San Leandro CA

$103 nightly

$118 total

Jul 9 - Jul 10

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this golf hotel in San Leandro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (2,576 reviews)

"Place is clean and the staff was very nice. It’s just a very outdated hotel. Not a lot of outlets to plug your devices without having to unplug one of their lamps. They had breakfast but it’s really just hard boil eggs and waffles. You can have cereal as well and coffee. You have to stream from your ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

200 Marina Blvd Berkeley CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$106 nightly

$122 total

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (4,885 reviews)

"I am rating this hotel a 2/5 stars for several reasons. Starting with the rudeness/ lack of availability of the staff. The woman who checked me in was not welcoming, rather rushed the process. She spoke very fast to the point I could barely understand her, she was not friendly and seemed bothered ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

1800 Powell Street Emeryville CA

$137 nightly

$154 total

Jul 12 - Jul 13

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Emeryville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,231 reviews)

"Beautiful hotel. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Great view of the bay from my room!"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026

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Coral Reef Inn & Suites

400 Park St Alameda CA

Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

6.8/10 (2,998 reviews)

"Stair steps dirty, room carpet is old and dirty. Furniture dated"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026

Hills Cottage with Panoramic Views & Hot Tub. Pet Friendly!

Oakland CA

Stay at this cottage in Oakland. Enjoy a garden, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum and Oakland ...

9/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)

"Wonderful experience!"

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026

Luxury Yacht Stay. A spacious floating getaway awaits you!

Alameda CA

Stay at this houseboat in Alameda. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions San Francisco Bay and Jack London Square are located nearby.

10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)

"The area is quiet so sleeping went well. The bed and linens were very comfortable."

Reviewed on May 28, 2026

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If you’ve ever visited the Bay Area you’ll be familiar with BART, the Bay Area Rapid Transit, a train system which connects Oakland, San Francisco and beyond, out as far as Pittsburg. If you’re staying in downtown Oakland, renting a bike is a great way to go. This is one of the country’s most cycle-friendly cities, and numerous companies offer bike pick-up and drop-off rentals across town. Visit the Bay Area Rapid TransitOpens in a new window website.Browse Oakland rental cars.

While Oakland does not have the perennial sunshine which you may associate with other parts of California, it still enjoys pleasant and mild weather for most of the year. If you visit in winter, you’ll find cheaper hotel rates but you’ll want to pack an umbrella, as it often rains. The busiest and most expensive times are spring and summer, with temperatures averaging in the mid 60s F (18 C) in August.

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University of California, Berkeley

8.8/10 (2,701 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of California, Berkeley, a top college in Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

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