West Oakland, CA
Oakland
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Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
University of California, Berkeley
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Berkeley, during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
Greek Theater
You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
West Oakland Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Room was clean and well-appointed. Hotel is convenient to places I needed too go. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
I don’t believe the room was worth the price.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
We stayed here twice on our trip. The hotel is beautiful as are the rooms. Nice ambiance and the outdoor fire pits are really nice as is the pool. Buffet breakfast was amazing, best of any hotel we have ever stayed at, with virtually any fresh food you can think of. Get there before 8AM or you will ...
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
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Hilton San Francisco Union Square
The room was okay, though not particularly clean. The staff were friendly, but because the property is so large, they couldn’t always respond promptly. It’s a decent place to stay as long as you don’t have exceptionally high expectations.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Hotel Julian
Listing said breakfast included however they only offered muffins and coffee. They said they did not have eggs and yogurt during our stay.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Other neighborhoods around West Oakland
Downtown Oakland
Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit.
Temescal
While visiting Temescal, you might make a stop by sights like Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont Avenue
When in Piedmont Avenue, you can plan a visit to Grand Lake Theater and Children's Fairyland, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Shafter
While you're in Shafter, take in top sights like Temescal Farmers' Market and jump on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the city.
Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
