Gold Coast Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Gold Coast
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 Gold Coast
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
"Breakfast at Pescatore- the on sight restaurant was amazing, filling, and priced right. We ordered individual pizza that night to eat in the room, sipping the wine we bought, while watching a movie in our pajamas- perfect end to a perfect San Francisco visit."
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Very clean room and staff was very helpful. Does not have complimentary breakfast though and parking was not available unless you paid $75 for valet"
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"I booked this hotel because of its location being convenient for me. I do not recommend it for others, especially those booking through third party sites like Expedia. Here are the key disappointments I have experienced: 1. The front desk staff behave like they own the hotel and you are staying there ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Where to stay in Gold Coast
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Old Oakland 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 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.
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.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.
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.
