hotels with a view in Alamo, CA

1. Sonesta Select San Ramon (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This roadside hotel off I-680 is a 15-minute walk from Bishop Ranch and a 9.7-mile drive from the Alameda County Fairgrounds.Contemporary-styled rooms offer free Wi-Fi, desks, TVs and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas with minifridges and microwaves.Social spaces include a living room-style lobby and an outdoor courtyard. The American restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, as well as Starbucks coffee. There’s also a business center with workstations and printers, and 2 meeting rooms. Other amenities include a seasonal heated outdoor pool and an exercise room. Parking is available.

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  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms and the beds
  • 10 min drive to the Museum of the San Ramon Valley
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • Some guests complained about the American restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “Bistro” 11 times
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 16 times

Feedback From Real Customers

ActiveMonkey

Extremely pleased with the room Terrific shower with great water pressure, the best toilet of any hotel I’ve visited and the room was freshly remodeled with a modern feel I found a bed to be comfortable and the desk was great to work from

Only minor grievances I had was you could slightly hear the people walking in the room above you owe that could very well be inconsiderate occupants I’d also like to see a master switch at the door to turn off all the lightsOverall I was very pleased I will definitely use this hotel again

sam graydon

Everything is great, nice and clean Only problem is the morning coffee situation Apparently coffee used to be complimentary but now they’re charging for it, which is fine I guess but every time you go to get a coffee you have to ask someone at the front desk and it takes them like ten minutes to figure out where the cups, creamer, etc are

Every other hotel I’ve ever stayed at treats coffee like a staple – here for some reason it’s way too complicated

Thalia Oliver

I CALLED THIS LOCATION AND ASKED ABOUT MY RETURNING DEPOSIT SINCE IT HAS BEEN 2 WEEKS AND I HAVE NOT RECEIVED $0 DEPOSIT BACK IF YOU PAY WITH A DEBIT CARD the employee Jeremy QUOTED IT TAKES 1-2 months of a return of a $100 deposit??? I wonder if this is illegal I don’t recommend this hotel as they are getting interest off people deposit

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2. Walnut Creek Marriott (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 2355 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
  • Phone: (925) 934-2000
  • Ratings: 4.2 (1338 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Walnut Creek Marriott
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Polished quarters in an upmarket hotel offering dining, a pool & a gym, plus a free area shuttle.

About this hotel

Offering views of Mount Diablo, this upscale hotel is 48 miles from Napa Valley and 2 miles from the Lindsay Wildlife Experience. It’s an 11-minute walk from the closest BART station.Polished rooms have flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers and Wi-Fi (fee). Club rooms come with private-lounge access, breakfast and refreshments. Suites add separate living areas with pull-out sofas; some feature balconies. Room service is available.An area shuttle is included. Amenities consist of a Starbucks and a casual restaurant, as well as an outdoor pool and a 24/7 gym. There’s also a business center and meeting space. Breakfast and parking are offered for a fee.

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  • Guests praised the beds
  • 5 min drive to Bedford Gallery
  • 13 min walk to nearest transit
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 33 times
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Guests liked the fitness center, which has weight machines
  • Guests liked the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Mike Gannon

The WC Marriott is a professional, clean, modern, and respectful establishment Other than the expenses for parking and breakfast, which are slightly annoying, this remains a hotel that goes above and beyond to care for their guestsI appreciate their attention to detail and helpful front desk attitude

Great, useful, cost-saving, and technologically advanced App, too!

Garrett Tisdale

When I checked in the front desk gave me a key to a room that was already occupied I walked right into the room of someone who had checked in just a couple hours prior The individual in the room was quite upset and I was surprised to say the least

After checking into the correct room I listened to a dog that was a few rooms down bark for a couple hours continuously Every evening when I got back to the room for 4 nights straight I could hear the same dog barking for an hour or two You must use valet parking which isn’t a big issue at all except for my spare tire that was missing one morning Not sure if the valet staff was involved in taking it or if someone snuck in their parking garage and stole it I heard from multiple other guests that it is common in the area for individuals to have their spare tires stolen when valet parked People never notice the tire missing until they need it I just happened to notice that mine was missing while opening the trunk of my vehicle Make sure you check everyday to see if it has been stolen if you stay here The location is nice but overall I would NOT recommend this hotel

D W

Nice people, The bartender guy was high end, nice guy! limited food options if your staying for more than a day, they serve mostly the same breakfast/dinner options and only a jack in the box in walking distance Room was clean and comfortable, but the lighting was dim, no overhead light Complimentary miniatures where basic

We have noticed there are huge policy differences between Marriott propertiesThis property is surrounded by multiple high end car lots but little else

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3. Renaissance Walnut Creek Hotel (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

This relaxed hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Pleasant Hill Bay Area Rapid Transit station, 2 miles from the shops and restaurants in Broadway Plaza, and 9 miles from Saint Mary’s College of California.The laid-back rooms have free WiFi and flat-screen TVs, as well as minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add living rooms with sofabeds and additional TVs.Amenities include a casual restaurant with outdoor seating, a lounge with a bar, and a business center. There’s also an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a spa and a fitness center with a gym, sports courts and free classes. For kids there’s an activity center, a summer camp and swimming lessons.

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  • 7 min drive to the Ruth Bancroft Garden
  • Guests praised the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • Guests liked the casual restaurant
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 12 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • Guests praised the nightlife
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a spa

Feedback From Real Customers

Joe Darden

Fast, fun and friendly serviceThe hotel has been able to maintain its premium feel despite its age The rooms are large, comfortable and well appointed

Beds are comfortableWalls are slightly thinClean on the surfaces, but like many older properties there are little things like dust accumulated in the exhaust vents Not a major thing, but little detailsGood value for the property and location

Ranulfo Alvarez

It’s an amazing place to maintain a healthy body & mind I visited this weekend for The Summer Sizzler #Racquetball Tournament! A fun, exciting 😀 action packed competition Kudos to Erica & Walter

They did a great job that ensured a great time for myself as well as all that attended Thank you to Bay Club for hosting this wonderful event! Cheers! And, let’s do it again soon!

David Z Brandon

I stayed here for 2 night The hotel was very comfortable, the restaurant was very good but the Sports Club was unbelievable California HUUGE with everything imaginable all on 2 floors

What a treat, all you have to do is show your room key As for the hotel staff, they are terrific, everyone is happy to be working at this hotel This hotel is a breath of fresh air I’ll go back

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4. Hyatt House San Ramon (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Interstate 680, this relaxed all-suite hotel is 4 miles from Bridges Golf Course and 3 miles from Roundhouse Market and Conference Center.Cozy studios feature kitchens, sitting areas and free Wi-Fi, plus flat-screen TVs. The 1-bedroom suites add separate living rooms.Freebies include hot breakfast, as well as parking. There’s an airy bar, a 24/7 convenience store and an outdoor pool, plus a patio with BBQ facilities. Other amenities consist of a gym, a business center and meeting space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms, which have TVs
  • Guests praised the kitchenettes
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “omelettes” 10 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Pete Keay

This hotel continues to be my “go to” whenever I need a restful place to stay The rooms are quite spacious, the beds comfortable, the towels and lines a notch above average

right down to the items in the kitchen area Plenty of desk surface for laptop and/tablet, well lighted, and unlike some of this chain’s competitors the tv is adjustable so that one might enjoy it from a variety of sitting choicesThe breakfast buffet has decent options, the coffee strong without a whisper of bitternessI can’t speak highly enough of the staff here, from front desk to each level of service person they are friendly, responsive and make the stay that much brighter

Kymberli Oakes

Clean, comfortable king bed in room 340 Our teenager gives the fold out soda bed 2 1/2 stars Plentiful, easy, self-parking ($10 charge)

The included breakfast was adequate (oatmeal, cold cereal, scrambled eggs, sausage links, pancakes, yogurt, bananas, oranges, OJ) The coffee was on the weak side, so plan to head to the nearby Starbucks if you like a caffeine jolt in the morning All staff we encountered were welcoming and helpful Would definitely return the next time we’re in town

The Littlest Dragon

I came during prom week During my stay, the staff were so kind and helpful They were so helpful and I wanted for nothing

At breakfast if I needed help there was always someone there willing to help Things that were empty were filled Even when I tried to clean up a hot chocolate spill from my baby sister, they stopped me and made sure I was okay and commented that they were worried about me fallingRooms were clean, though I do wish they had thicker comforters The only other thing is that the bathroom door lock was very finicky and was hard to unlock The fridge is loud when making ice Overall, fantastic room, fantastic hotel, and I would stay again

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5. Shorelight Inn (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 153 W E St, Benicia, CA 94510
  • Phone: (707) 297-6313
  • Ratings: 4.3 (48 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Shorelight Inn
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Polished rooms with traditional decor, some with terraces & bay views, plus a bar & a lounge.

About this hotel

Dating from the the turn of the 20th century, this genteel B&B overlooks Carquinez Strait and is 5 minutes’ walk from Benicia Capitol State Historic Park. It’s also 1 mile from Highway 780.Elegant suites are individually designed and feature refined traditional furnishings. All come with free Wi-Fi, separate sitting areas and wet bars, along with tea and coffeemaking facilities, microwaves and minifridges. They also have ceiling fans, and some rooms include in-room jetted baths, terraces and bay views.Breakfast is served in the dining room. Other amenities include a bar and a lounge.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms, which have refrigerators
  • The rooms have microwaves and coffee makers
  • 10 min drive to Benicia State Recreation Area
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Cynthia Germono

In terms of location and overall cleanliness, Shorelight Inn gets 5 stars I can admit that the view from our Suite was absolutely gorgeous, providing amazing sunset views from the balcony We picked this location because we fell in love with the vintage aesthetic and thought it would fit perfectly with our wedding theme

Unfortunately our overall experience with the staff on our wedding day is what merits a 1 star reviewWe booked this suite in the summer of 2021, letting the Inn know we were in search of a Honeymoon Suite for our Fall 2021 wedding They seemed very accommodating at the time, excited to have another wedding stay at their location We advised via phone that the Bride (myself) would also be using the Suite to get ready with her Bridal Party the day of the wedding There were no objections to this when the reservation was madeThe day of the wedding, my maid of honor was helping guide my bridal party, photographer and videographer to the suite This went on without incident all morning and really didn’t have everyone arrive until about after 9am, close to 10am Not once did we crash into other guests But apparently the photographer was talked to by the staff in a way that made them feel uncomfortable, so they decided to just stay in the room to avoid upsetting them further That made me very upset because 1) we had booked the room MONTHS in advance with the understanding we would be capturing the day at the suite 2) the staff did not come to talk to ME directly Whatever – the morning continued and we were out of the Inn by 130pm to continue with my wedding dayMy husband and I returned at 11pm to the Inn after picking up some fast food after our wedding We were dropped off and since my husband stayed elsewhere the night before, he still needed to bring up not only our dinner, but also his luggage and a handful of things we received at the reception Of course, I was in my full wedding gown so my husband decided it would be best for him to help me get upstairs to the suite so I can sit while he brought up our things We were not drunk, we were quiet upon entering My husband had to make maybe 2 or 3 trips downstairs since I could not help him He was as quiet as possible as to not cause a disturbanceOnce he shut the door behind him, we chatted briefly and quietly (not even a minute or 2) as we were still so elated from JUST getting married We got a knock on the door and a staff member told us very rudely to please keep it down, that it was VERY late and the guests were sleeping My husband apologized, making note that we LITERALLY had just returned from our WEDDING reception and we were just trying to get settled inThat interaction left such a poor impression for us We stayed in the suite the rest of the weekend and did not bother interacting with the staff after that Literally all weekend, it felt like a ghost town We heard no other guests Even the few times we exited the room for a walk, we didn’t crash into anyone – not even staff The experience made me so sad that even months after the wedding, it was the one thing about my wedding day that was the downside to everything What sucks even more is that I very much wanted to share the beautiful pictures and video taken of this place in case others wanted to use this as their Wedding Suite – but I do not recommend anyone to use this Inn We did not feel welcomed and we will not be returning to this establishment

Rebecca Bar

We stayed at the Shorelight Inn while attending a friends wedding in town First and foremost, the owners of this inn made an overtly racist comment to a member of our groupSecond, we stayed in one of the downstairs rooms, which we learned after arriving shares a door and wall with the breakfast area

Guests and inn employees were extremely loud beginning at 7:30 am, making it impossible to sleep in When we came out of the room and asked if they woke us up, staff was unapologetic and actually laughed at our frustrationIf all of that isn’t enough to have you stay elsewhere, I would describe the rest of the inn as “fine” Dated but serviceable But you should take your money elsewhere

Jake Reinert

Absolutely gorgeous place and area to stay Highly recommend The hosts are friendly and accommodating, the room was clean and comfortable

I stayed in the sunset room and loved the vintage decor and large bath tub They have a mini fridge in the lobby with free water and beer It’s is right on a mini trail right on the water, and is such a great place to watch the sunset Hope to be back someday!

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6. Executive Inn & Suites (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 1755 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606
  • Phone: (510) 536-6633
  • Ratings: 4.2 (905 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Executive Inn & Suites
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Informal hotel overlooking the water offering relaxed rooms, an outdoor pool & a restaurant.

About this hotel

Set on the Brooklyn Basin, this casual waterfront hotel is 2 miles from Downtown Oakland’s historic center and business district. It’s also 9 miles from Oakland International Airport.Straightforward rooms feature flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, minifridges and microwaves. They also have private granite bathrooms with a combination tub/shower. All waterside rooms come with a balcony or deck.The hotel offers 5 meeting rooms, a heated outdoor swimming pool and a fitness room. There’s also a restaurant. Breakfast and parking are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • 11 min drive to the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge
  • Guests praised the service, which has a concierge
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “steak” 31 times
  • Guests praised the views
  • The fitness center has weight machines and elliptical machines

Feedback From Real Customers

Ashu Dave

Really nice location, river view rooms are amazing Their morning breakfast are really good check pics for detail Very healthy and great

I get really great deal, it’s been over a week and staying here for a month on business trip Staff – very cooperative and professionalGym is great I am using it alternate days really greatPlenty of parking space Patrolling car outside so safe and secureI am glad that we have choose this location for business trip

Gabriel Carlos Arratia

They made extra charges on our creditcard without any invoice, without prior information and without questioning, totally illegal

I wrote them to claim but nothing, so now I have a claim with booking com help and also I made legal steps with our lawyer Be carefully with this hotel! Also the breakfast was terrible, disgusting the place not bad, but seems the direction board of the hotel are terrible

Isabel Cisn

I just want to thank front desk attendant that was attending us on the day that we checked in Roberto for being so kind and understanding we came really far and he was very accommodating towards us and also thank you to the housekeepers I didn’t get their names but they deserve recognition they were very attentive with us and made sure that we were OK in our hotel the hotel is absolutely beautiful and thank you to everyone who’s been very kind to us definitely a new customer that’s is going to be coming very often thank you again

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7. Hyatt House Pleasant Hill (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set 3 miles from Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Water Park, this modern all-suite hotel off Interstate 680 is 15 miles from downtown Oakland.Bright, contemporary studios feature free Wi-Fi, sofas, kitchenettes and flat-screen TVs. The 1- and 2-bedroom suites add separate living rooms.Parking and a local shuttle are complimentary. Additional amenities include an outdoor pool and a sports court, plus a fitness center. There’s also a bar and a 24/7 convenience store, as well as a business center and meeting facilities.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the kitchenettes
  • 6 min drive to the Lindsay Wildlife Experience
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned “omelettes” 15 times
  • Guests mentioned “suites” 30 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

V Maxeno

Friendly room service and breakfast teamNice breakfast selection, good pool and basketball courtThe front desk was not professional at all, we stayed there 2 weeks, didn’t get a nice room, didn’t get an upgrade promised, didn’t get a room changed that was promised

they never checked the pool area which got out of control 3 times during out stay

JJ

Rooms stink, bad Staff will not accommodate you when you request to move because, “smell isn’t a good reason for a move or refund We’ll spray it

” Internet is horrible, only works half the time, neighbors pound on your door, whole having a domestic incident, and staff does not care I spend 11 months a year on the road, never staying at a Hyatt again

Matthias Silver

First off

when you pull in, there are no signs to direct you to the front desk, so if you pull in after the doors are locked it is hard to find it Second, when I asked the security guard in the parking lot where the office was he responded “No” That’s all, just no then finally, I find the front desk and ask about a room, to which I got no response, just a glaze-eyed stare from the seemingly stoned desk clerk if you have to ask no, I will not return

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8. Union Hotel (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 401 1st St, Benicia, CA 94510
  • Phone: (707) 746-0110
  • Ratings: 4.1 (154 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Union Hotel
  • Check-in time: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:30 AM
  • Quick Summary: Quaint 1852 hotel offering polished, Victorian-style rooms with antiques, plus free breakfast.

About this hotel

A 1-minute walk from the waterfront, this quaint 1852 hotel in downtown Benicia is a 6-minute drive to Interstate 780 and 35.4 miles from San Francisco.The 12 elegant, Victorian-style rooms are individually decorated with antique furnishings. All have en suite bathrooms with Jacuzzi tubs, free WiFi, TVs and coffeemakers. Some rooms have microwaves, minifridges, 4-poster beds and/or water views.Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast served in the period lobby.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the rooms
  • 10 min drive to Benicia State Recreation Area
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests mentioned beds 10 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Ryan Privee (Paranormal Adventures)

Nice clean historic hotel Nobody was around when I arrived around 4:30pm which was odd but the staff left a key and note (it was a weekday) I stayed in the “Ghost Adventures” room Wild Peony

They obviously exaggerated how “scary” this place is as it wasn’t scary at all and I slept comfortably I will say some of the spirit voices I got weren’t exactly friendly, I heard some “will you leave/go?” But just grouchy spirits, nothing malevolent They were active lighting up paranormal equipment in an intelligent manner so I do recommend this location to paranormal enthusiasts, but if you aren’t into ghost hunting you have nothing to fear as you probably won’t experience anything if you aren’t trying to interact It’s a great location near the water, restaurants and shops There’s a nice public garden across the street and the food in the restaurant under the hotel is quite good The staff at the restaurant have ghost stories too

its me

This place is really old and kind of funky but that’s the whole point of staying there I mean it’s really old the building’s probably from 1911 or something I heard it was haunted when I went to a restaurant nearby to eat but I really felt a great vibe when I walked into my room and I had a great time in the city of Benicia everybody was so friendly I would definitely go back in fact I can’t wait to go back

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9. Claremont Club & Spa – A Fairmont Hotel (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

Opened in 1915, this stately, landmark hotel is set in woods overlooking the Bay Area. It’s 1 mile from the University of California Berkeley campus, 6 miles from the Bay Bridge, and 14 miles from Oakland Airport.The cozy, upscale rooms come with flat-screen TVs. Some have bay views. A resort fee provides access to a fitness club, a business center, 3 pools, and WiFi. Allergen-free rooms are also available.There’s a restaurant, a gastropub with live jazz (weekends), and a poolside cafe. Other amenities include a spa, tennis courts, and meeting space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the rooms
  • Guests praised the showers
  • 9 min drive to the University of California, Berkeley
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests liked the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “a tennis court” 15 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Kim Stuart

Great location Beautiful setting Staff is SO nice that it’s almost impossible to say enough about how great they are!Only reason it gets 4 stars instead of 5 is because some of the fixtures and furnishings are looking a bit down at the heels and that’s not quite appropriate

Time for a bit of a refreshMy bathroom shower was giant and fancy but I couldn’t get the water quite hit enough no matter how much I fiddled with that Grohe temp setting

Juliana Schroeder

I had a truly horrific experience The room cost more than $800 and there was just one issue after another The worst was that there was a 3 hour wait to get a crib, which was set up so that it folded halfway through the night and almost killed my baby

I was calling customer service for hours and when they finally answered they said “oh sorry, we were busy” Busy at midnight? That’s a ridiculous lie, they just didn’t have any manning the desk Later on, the woman at the front desk had no idea about any of the events going on My husband left his phone at the pool and then they refused to let him get it back after the pool area closed He literally didn’t have a phone all night long until I went in and negotiated with them in the morning Then housekeeping came by at 7 am and knocked loudly on the door for like 5 minutes The wake up call we definitely didn’t need I can say without a doubt that this was one of the worst hotels I’ve been to in my life

Kerry Wilson

We really enjoyed our escape to the gorgeous Claremont The building has been beautifully updated with modern decor and features, yet it maintains historic elements and charm The hotel’s location on the edge of Berkeley allows for a quiet getaway, yet it’s a short, safe walk from the shops and restaurants of College Avenue

Highly recommend upgrading to a room with a view of the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge

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10. Residence Inn by Marriott Pleasanton (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off I-80, this down-to-earth hotel is a 5.6-mile drive from the Alameda County Fairgrounds and an 8-mile drive from Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area.The relaxed rooms, ranging from studios to 2-bedroom suites, come with fully equipped kitchens and free WiFi, as well as pull-out sofas, desks, and flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels. Some also feature fireplaces.There’s free hot breakfast, parking and weekday evening socials, plus a grocery delivery service and a 24/7 convenience store. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a sports court, plus fitness and business centers, 3 meeting rooms and laundry facilities.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms and the kitchenettes
  • 12 min drive to the Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “shopping malls” 13 times
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Rica Carlos

I like the mature trees planted around the complex We brought our 2 small dogs and there was lots of places to walk them Lots of parking spaces

The one bedroom was clean but a bit cramped Studios are more spacious even though they have the same square footage The bathrooms are updated I love the blackout curtains, I feel well rested after a good night’s sleepThey serve just regular breakfast everyday The eating area is bright and spaciousWe stayed for one week and our room was cleaned only once and I had to request for it! No one comes to clean everyday so kitchen trash builds up that I had to throw trash in the garbage bins outside The fire alarm went off in our building My husband and son ran out but no one came to tell them what happened or if it was okay to return back inside the building

Jorene Downs

The Pleasanton Residence Inn is an older building but well done remodeling Large, comfortable room An actual seating area plus large desk

Nice kitchenette with dishwasher Well stocked with dishes, pots and pans I like that most of the rooms have a large stall shower instead of a tub shower Great service Easy to access, convenient to 2 main highways, shopping of all kinds just minutes away I just wish it wasn’t literally right next to the highway Traffic noise was not obvious in the room even facing the highway, but step out back and the noise was very obviousRecommended for the longer stay if you plan to do some of your own cooking Nice breakfast options provided and included

Sylvan M

I don’t ever write reviews for places, let alone hotels, but I wanted to go out of my way to shout out two people at the hotel, Vanessa and Wilbert at the front desk Vanessa went out of her way multiple times to help me get a room that I’d like, especially since I was staying longer-term In addition she was so kind, professional, and warm

Management: if she qualifies for any kind of raise or bonus, she deserves it She made my stay much better Same with Wilbert–went above and beyond to help me and was kind, warm, and helpful Both were wonderful and I feel grateful to them–thank youI stayed at this Residence Inn for close to 2 months, from mid October to early December The hotel is recently renovated (and they were still doing some improvements while I was there) to be more sleek and contemporary The breakfast was pretty good–best of many extended stay hotels I’ve stayed in the last 6 months Every day there were scrambled eggs, oatmeal, yogurt, fresh fruit, plus fresh pastries and waffles, and a rotation of different breakfast sausage/bacon/etc every day The ladies who work the breakfast were lovely, I never caught any of their names, but they were friendly and kind Thank you!

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11. DoubleTree by Hilton Pleasanton at the Club (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

At the intersection of interstates 580 and 680, this upscale, modern hotel is 9 miles from Crow Canyon Country Club and a 14 miles from Wente Vineyards.Polished rooms feature flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi (fee) and pull-out sofas; some rooms have patios, and garden or pool views. Suites add separate living areas.A shuttle to the nearest BART train station is complimentary. There’s a fine dining restaurant and a bar; a breakfast buffet is available (fee). Other amenities include outdoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness center.

Things You Need to Know

  • 12 min drive to the Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes
  • Guests mentioned “cookies” 26 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a casino
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a spa
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Fernando Andrade Moreira

This hotel is good, but needs to be renewed ASAPI was staying at the hotel for the past 3 years and the staff is amazing Super friendly and always there to support you

The food is good too – Breakfast and In-room serviceThe rooms needs to be renewed Looks pretty oldThe excellent thing is the pass to the BAY CLUB GYM Is an amazing place if you need to workoutThe food around is good as well You can find good restaurants to eat around the hotel and a mall if you need something to your trip

T Bessard

Nice double tree right off the 580 and close to the outlets and plenty of food options You have access to a large fitness facility which is also nice They offer a breakfast buffet and have a bar on premise

Nice facility with a decent sized outdoor pool I didn’t take many pictures but I’ll share the lobby and the pool The beds aren’t comfortable but they have soft down pillows that help

Stacy Fellows

Nice and clean hotel Loved the Hilton app to check-in and choose my room Loved being able to walk in and go straight to me room without having to go to front desk to check-in

Did not love the digital key Wanted to love the digital key, because I love technology when it works But it didn’t work very well Not sure why I let the hotel know after our stay Next time I’ll stop by front desk to get a physical key just in case

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12. Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill (3-star hotel)

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Off I-680, this modern hotel is 2 miles from Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord and 16 miles from Mount Diablo State Park.Contemporary rooms offer Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers; some have balconies. Suites add minifridges, and separate living areas with pull-out sofas.Amenities include a restaurant/bar and an exercise room, in addition to a business center and meeting space. Parking is available.

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  • Guests praised the clean, large rooms and the furniture
  • Guests praised the beds
  • 9 min drive to Waterworld California
  • Guests liked that this hotel is near shopping
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 16 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Rocio Holguin

Have been traveling to the lovely city of Concord for more than 25 years and I must say our stay here at Sonesta Pleasant Hills has been the most restful!!!! From booking our room to check in and out was a breeze I requested a disabled room due to my mother’s physical restrictions and the rooms accommodated completely The beds were at an easy sit and stand height

The shower had multiple safety handrails Wonderful for helping mom out in shower Rooms and bathrooms very clean Beds clean and soft to the touch Colors and decor are very nice Good choices of furniture to still be pleasant and functional for disabled Overall great experience!!!!!

Pete Keay

I’d honestly love to sing praises from the heights for this hotel

but it comes with some caveats To the huge positive, the “front desk” staff are consistently impressiveknow me by name, friendly and welcoming to all guests and the support staff are equally gracious The rooms tend to run on the small side, but are very quiet considering the hotel’s location, the beds comfortable and the linens well laundered The mini fridge is just that – mini – so if you intend to stay longer than a weekend I’d suggest that you bring an ice chest The big “lacking” is a microwave, although there is a “common use unit in the ground floor snack area Prices are quite good, but I’d suggest this as a weekender rather than an extended stay site The on-site restaurant was also closed, so zero breakfast/lunch options

Heidi Bunch

Excellent customer service A very pleasant helpful staff The room was very clean,spacious and comfortable

There are lots of restaurants nearby and the staff was very helpful with their recommendations on where to goThe room was quiet and the bed comfortable Parking was easyI’d definitely stay here again

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13. AC Hotel by Marriott Pleasanton (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Near the Stoneridge Shopping Center off I-580, this contemporary hotel is a mile from Dublin Heritage Park & Museums, and 19 miles from sports and events at Oakland Arena.Straightforward rooms feature Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and sitting areas, as well as minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites add living rooms.Amenities include a sophisticated bar, a 24-hour fitness center and a lounge, plus an outdoor pool with a bar. Parking and a breakfast buffet are available, as is meeting and event space.

Things You Need to Know

  • 13 min drive to the Niles Canyon Railway
  • 7 min walk to nearest transit

Feedback From Real Customers

Justin Snider

We had an upgraded room which was nice and large Staff was fine but nothing amazing The ladies working the bar were fantastic

No room cleaning after our first night but they were knocking on the door at 9am on check out day (and 2 more times before checkout)Pool was nice We BYOB and nobody seemed to mind

Will Dean

This is my go to hotel when I am on Pleasanton for work There is no view, it’s close to the freeway, reasonable (while still being a Marriott property #points) and convenient to our office It is very easy to park here, the staff are friendly, rooms are clean and quiet

There is a BART station close by that I may consider staying here and using as a jumping off point to other places in the Bay Area It is a bit out of the way but that is part of the appeal to me Highly recommended this place

Joseph Y

Terrible hotel for basic services We needed a couple of bath towels It took 25 minutes of waiting in the front desk

The two Queen bed room was as scantily furnished as it can be Lighting layout is done as inconvenient as possible for guests, even without a master control for the room The highway noise level exceeded 55 dB all day and night When a/c unit kicks in, the noise level averages uncomfortable 72dB, making resting in the room extremely difficult Room service was slow to respond as well

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14. Residence Inn by Marriott Walnut Creek (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

This relaxed all-suite hotel off I-680 is a 10-minute walk from multiple restaurants and shops. It’s 5 miles from Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord, a water park, and 15 miles from hiking trails and panoramic views in Mount Diablo State Park.Warm, unfussy studios feature kitchens and sitting areas, as well as Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Suites add separate living rooms.A gym and a convenience store are both open 24/7. There’s also a heated indoor pool. Valet parking, meeting space and a hot breakfast buffet are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have kitchenettes
  • 12 min walk to Bedford Gallery
  • 6 min walk to nearest transit
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a casino
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Teahonui Dancer

PROS:+ Hotel & room look fresh and newly renovated+ Staff was overall friendly and helpful+ Mina (I think that was his name) at the Front Desk was wonderful at asking how the stay was He was professional, classy, and approachable I was amazed how unafraid he was to ask how the stay was 1-10

Hotel workers need to ask this more often! He deserves a raise :)CONS:- Corner suite can be a bit noisy from the Bart, didn’t bother me but can bother light sleepers- Location isn’t exactly walking distance from any restaurants, bars, or groceries- Must pay for parking

Tiara Littleton

Thank you, Mina, for the outstanding customer service from the time I arrived to the time I checked out The hotel was spotless, parking is a little unnecessarily priced, but there is street parking, the continental breakfast was on par, especially for an athlete like myself I like the various options they have available! I definitely look forward to staying here every time I come to the Bay

Tim Riener

This place is just on the outskirts of downtown Walnut Creek But it is also very close to BART All of which means it’s a good place to stay and easy to get to

As Marriotts go it’s about par for the course in terms of cost and quality The parking situation is a little bit dicey, and may have to rely on valet parking Still, on the whole would call this place a good value for the money

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15. Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek (3-star hotel)

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This modern all-suite hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Pleasant Hill BART station, 1 mile from the Lindsay Wildlife Experience and 2 miles from Heather Farm Park.Warm suites offer separate living rooms with pull-out sofas, plus free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms include snacks and Keurig coffeemakers. Some add wet bars.Made-to-order breakfast and regular evening socials are included. Amenities consist of a casual lounge and an American grill restaurant, plus a fitness room, an indoor pool and a hot tub. There’s also a business center and meeting space. Valet parking is offered for a fee.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the large rooms, which have TVs
  • 5 min drive to the Lindsay Wildlife Experience
  • Some guests disliked the bathrooms
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests praised the American restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “omelettes” 30 times
  • Guests praised the lobby
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Kyle Witt

Stayed here three nights while visiting the Bay Area with family of five (children ages 6-10) One of the nicer hotels we have stayed in and seems like it is new or has been remodeled recently Room was clean and spacious

Breakfast was always fantastic Valet parking is $30/day but that is to be expected when visiting the city Short walk across the street to the BART stop if you want to take the train into the city Great stay overall and we would definitely book here again!

Kirstin Rosales

Rose checked us in and she was personable and provided speedy and great customer service The suite rooms were clean and spacious along with a vast array of breakfast items our family could enjoy The only thing that was disappointing was the indoor pool was down for maintenance which is partly why we booked this hotel

It would have been nice to have been told when booking the hotel or checking in that one of the amenities was down I also wish that they provided regular coffee pods (we only had tea and hot cocoa), extra blankets and pillows in the rooms for the pull out sofa Otherwise, we will probably be back!

Erich Barischoff

Older hotel with actually a great charm to it, and clean! Second floor hall overlooks the Lobby / Diner The room is spacious with a drawing room up front 60″ flat-screen, sleeper sofa and work area in the drawing room

Separate work area and television in the bedroom Comfy bed and pillows Nice large bathroom plus fridge and micro Not bad!

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16. Holiday Inn Express Walnut Creek, an IHG Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Just off Interstate 680, this modern suburban hotel is a 19-minute drive from Oakland.The straightforward rooms and suites come with desks and flat-screen TVs, plus microwaves and minifridges. There’s also free Wi-Fi. Kids 19 and under stay free with an adult.Amenities include breakfast and parking, as well as a heated outdoor pool and an exercise room.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds and the kitchenettes
  • Guests praised the rooms, which have TVs
  • 3 min drive to the Lindsay Wildlife Experience
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests praised the restaurant

Feedback From Real Customers

James Leist

My first stay here I was pleased with the experience Friendly staff

Parking is easily available I like the hotel design It appears small until I saw the interior and central green area with a pool, tables, BBQ, etc The hotel is circular with room windows overlooking the central green area The room windows have a view central green area with a pool, tables, BBQ; instead of the parking lot or freeway Breakfast choices were good I’ll be back

its me

It’s a basic Hotel nothing fancy Always clean and has some great amenities such as a gym a beautiful pool and breakfast in the morning But it’s not a high-end place or anything it’s just clean comfortable and gives you the basics of what you need to stay overnight out of town

The people at the front desk were very nice and so were all of the guests that I met while I was there so I had a fun time

Rocio Holguin

I highly recommend the Holiday Inn Express, Walnut Creek,Ca Easy check in, pretty lobby, super clean rooms and friendly staff! Daily breakfast was a plus for sure since we were out of towner’s Beds were so soft and clean

Got two choices of pillows too (soft&firm) Wonderful water pressure Folks were very pleased with with Holiday Inn Express! Definitely return customers

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17. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay (2-star hotel)

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Overlooking the San Francisco Bay, this casual waterfront hotel is 4 miles from Oakland International Airport and 5 miles from the Oracle Arena.Straightforward rooms come with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, plus microwaves and minifridges. Some rooms add balconies with marina and bay views.Freebies include continental breakfast and afternoon cookies, plus parking, bike rentals and an airport shuttle. There’s also an exercise room, a heated outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Things You Need to Know

  • 11 min drive to the Oakland Aviation Museum
  • Guests praised the friendly, professional service
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests mentioned balconies 23 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests praised the views
  • Guests praised the nightlife
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Dana Wilkins

This hotel is great for vacations or get aways The rooms are cozy and clean The staff are very professional and welcoming

They take Covid protocol seriously The continental breakfast that is included with your stay is delicious The pool is heated and clean, not to mention the view of the Marina is gorgeous My family really enjoyed our stay We will definitely return

Jason Matsumoto

I stayed here for almost 3 weeks It was a pretty good experience overall Some of the front desk staff were friendly and warm, while others weren’t so much

The rooms are above average, but not awesome I witnessed a car being broken into while looking out my room window one afternoon and then went down to the lobby to report it and the manager asked me to call the police, rather than him calling them, which seemed very weird and off putting They also rented the meeting room out to some sort of party with a DJ on a Saturday night, resulting in plenty of bass reverberating throughout the property until late evening Breakfast has make-your-own waffles and toast, some pastries and such, boiled eggs, and not much else The walls between the rooms aren’t the worst, but you can still hear the TV and voices in adjacent rooms While the property is directly on the water, the marina is in a state of disrepair and the area is not the best place for walking around after dark It’s fine and even quite pleasant during the day, though The main thing going for it is the overall value – it’s one of the best priced places in the area that is actually decent I’ll stay here again if I want to save a few bucks over some of the other places in the area

Bob Morris

What I can say is that they went out of their way to pick us up after hours with the shuttle van Van service is up to 7pm The room was nice sized and the furniture looked good

The bathroom had a good sized shower The problem for us was that bed was too hard and the same with the pillows The breakfast could have been better, too! We were expecting a view of the marina, but it was of the parking lot The marina was within viewing when you are outside Based on what you want, the staff was very friendly and helpful

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