Grand Lake Travel Guide
Oakland





Visit Grand Lake
Stay near popular Grand Lake 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 Grand Lake

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"The young Mexican lady arranged a room on the 7th floor next to the fridge to us, the fridge generates huge noises and kept me awaking till 3am. I reported this to her and she said she can’t do nothing about it. On 3am I went to the front desk again and met the manager Sam and explained the situation ..."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Very nice hotel. Breakfast was great and staff were very helpful and kind. Great location too!"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"This is no 4 stars hotel. The rooms are microscopic with nonexistent closet. Two people can't even unpack there. Much to expensive for a room with twin beds. I didn't like it at all and that was my Birthday trip So happy Birthday to me Ha ha ha"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"This hotel offers a great location for visitors using public transit. It is right around the corner from the BART and on a direct route if you want to take the cable cars. The hotel was clean, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The only minor complaint I would have is the price of their ..."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"No restaurant, no room service, terrible in room coffee, overpriced breakfast buffet"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Grand Lake

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 Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.

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.


















