Lakes and Birds Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Lakes and Birds
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 Lakes and Birds
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
"It was very inconvenient that their elevators stopped working on my first night there and they didn’t have stairs leading to the rooms. We had to wait in the lobby with very uncomfortable seating for hours and during the night. I ended up falling asleep in an old sofa chair at 1am waiting for the ..."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
"The room was average like motel 6."
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026
Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
"Very easy check in. Helpful staff"
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
"Our stay was enjoyable after a very long haul flight The room was large and comfortable but found some of the bath towels had holes The breakfast was ok"
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"The front desk, Susan, was vey helpful, courtesy, and gave a warning smile. I’ll be back for sure"
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
"A good spot for a last minute get away. Unfortunately their hot tub was out of service and staff did not get back to me regarding an accomodation for the inconvenience."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
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Where to stay in Lakes and Birds
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.
