Bella Vista Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Bella Vista
Things to do
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise
San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise
San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket
San Francisco City Lights Cruise
Top hotels in Bella Vista
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Great location, excellent staff, good room, outstanding breakfast"
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"The hotel is very centrally located and super close to the heart of the town. Easy to get on the public transport and get to where I needed to be, and also had a garage with in and out privileges - more expensive than other garages but I didn’t have to worry about my car. The room was beautiful on ..."
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
"For a comfortable stay that's affordable, this is a good choice. There's an excellent restaurant Eastern European, Dacha, for a little more elevated dining than the fried food places that were more common, and it's a few steps from the hotel front door. Delicious but more expensive than I would have ..."
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Where to stay in Bella Vista
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.
Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
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.
