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
"The toilets look like they were made for kids. They are VERY short and not height that most toilets are. Also the door room number are very hard to read. You have to practically go up to the door to read the numbers. Better signage would be helpful. The rugs in the hallways are buckling in several ..."
Reviewed on 6 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
"Clean, easy, comfortable."
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
"This is a convenient hotel to stay near SFO. It worked out fine for a two night stay. The hotel is clean but dated and does need updating to be done.....like no USB outlets in the bedroom, dated interior, tired carpeting and bed that was too soft or worn for a good night sleep. However, the staff ..."
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"Clean room, nice looking bar."
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
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.
