Poets Corner Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Poets Corner
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 Poets Corner
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"We enjoyed everything about this hotel, the close proximity to Pier 39 was great. The breakfast was delicious with many choices. Staff was helpful and friendly."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"This was my second stay and Handlery and I'm telling you, the Premium Queen room is the way to go! Way bigger than the Standard Double with floor space, also came with a nice chair, little bench, desk, full wall of windows leading out to a small patio overlooking the pool, plus a large vanity outside ..."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Situated conveniently in the city. Room was a little small but well maintained and very clean."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
"If I could give the staff 10 stars, I would. They all did little things to make our stay special. The location was great and the room was a good value. We would stay here again!"
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Poets Corner
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 Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
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.
