Walnut Creek, CA

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Aerial view of a busy I-680 highway in Walnut Creek, California, USA. Cars and trucks are commuting during the day, showcasing the region's infrastructure and traffic patterns.
Aerial image over downtown Walnut Creek with businesses, houses and a blue sky
Views from around Mount Diablo State Park
Shell Ridge Walnut Creek
Dinosaur Hill Park at Sunset

Where to stay in Walnut Creek

Dinosaur Hill Park at Sunset

Downtown Walnut Creek

While you're in Downtown Walnut Creek, take in top sights like Lesher Center for the Arts and jump on the metro at Walnut Creek Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Walnut Creek
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Saranap

Saranap might not have many top sights, but Cinemark Century Walnut Creek 14 and Broadway Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Saranap
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Contra Costa Centre

Even though there aren't top sights in Contra Costa Centre, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Gardens at Heather Farm. Jump on the metro at Pleasant Hill-Contra Costa Centre BART Station to see more of the city.

Contra Costa Centre
A stunning drone photo captures the Rossmoor community's picturesque beauty, showcasing homes, a golf course, green hills, and a clear blue sky.

Rossmoor

Rossmoor might not have many top sights, but Broadway Plaza and Lesher Center for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rossmoor
Hiking trails of Mount Diablo State Park, California

Overlook

Though Overlook might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lesher Center for the Arts and Broadway Plaza.

Overlook
View from the height of Walnut Creek, California. Scenic view of the mountains against the sky.

Livorna Estates

Livorna Estates might not have many top sights, but Broadway Plaza and Lesher Center for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Livorna Estates
Walnut Creek Marriott

Walnut Creek Marriott

3.5 out of 5
2355 N Main St Walnut Creek CA
$127 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
$142 total
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Walnut Creek. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
Fine for short, inexpensive stay Be prepared for minimum comfort, hard mattress and expensive lousy breakfast.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Walnut Creek Marriott
Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek

Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek

3.5 out of 5
1345 Treat Boulevard Walnut Creek CA
$126 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from May 3 to May 4
$143 total
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Walnut Creek. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,255 reviews)
Great staff and very helpful and friendly! Breakfast was excellent and the gym as well!

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
$132 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
$155 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,007 reviews)
Clean room great location! Walking distance to a lot of places. Parking is super expensive! $67 per night & no in & out.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy Studio w/ Kitchenette/Patio. Near Trail, BART & Downtown. Pet Friendly.

Cozy Studio w/ Kitchenette/Patio. Near Trail, BART & Downtown. Pet Friendly.

Walnut Creek CA
Stay at this vacation home in Walnut Creek. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Ruth Bancroft Garden and Gardens at Heather ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Lovely stay as always.

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Cozy Studio w/ Kitchenette/Patio. Near Trail, BART & Downtown. Pet Friendly.
Charming 2-bedroom house in Downtown Walnut Creek with WiFi and AC

Charming 2-bedroom house in Downtown Walnut Creek with WiFi and AC

Walnut Creek CA
Stay at this vacation home in Walnut Creek. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Broadway Plaza and Cinemark ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Great for kids!

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Charming 2-bedroom house in Downtown Walnut Creek with WiFi and AC
Large home - Sleeps many 4B/2B

Large home - Sleeps many 4B/2B

Walnut Creek CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Walnut Creek. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ruth Bancroft Garden ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
I had a wonderfully relaxing time staying at Hector‘s lovely home. It was well stocked for comfort and the kitchen had everything needed for preparing meals. Location was ideal and communication by the host was perfect. Would love to stay there again in the future if the opportunity ever arose. Thank ...

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Large home - Sleeps many 4B/2B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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