Southgate Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Southgate
Stay near popular Southgate attractions
Things to do
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
Top hotels in Southgate
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
"It was fine for a one night but it felt very outdated and old. The doors to outside didn’t lock or close which didn’t feel safe. Someone came into my room while I was gone to leave water on my table which felt weird. It was fine for a night but wouldn’t recommend. Also front desk never told me breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"This place is fine. Room is clean. But there is charges for parking and it comes with tax too. This was not expected when we booked it but that was ok. The only thing was when my wife told the staff that we werent expecting charges on parking fee since there were many other hotel options available ..."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
The Pickwick Hotel
"The hotel was great to walk to from the Giants game. The staff was very friendly and nice. It is a dated hotel. But it was worth the price."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
"Cute place. Has potential. Breakfast decent. Shuttle to OAK only. Staff mice. However there are no boats in marina, and pollution noticeable."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Southgate
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, 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.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. 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.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
