hotels with a view in Pleasant Hill, CA

1. 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!

2. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Overlooking San Francisco Bay, this contemporary hotel is 3 miles from the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, and 12 miles from Golden Gate Park.The casual rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks, as well as minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers. All have sofas (some are pull-out). Upgraded rooms offer separate sitting areas; some have bay views. Suites add living rooms.Hot breakfast is available. Amenities include a 24-hour gym and a cafe/cocktail bar. Parking is available for a surcharge.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • 15 min drive to the University of California, Berkeley
  • Guests liked that this hotel is near shopping
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “shopping malls” 18 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has weight machines
  • Guests praised the cafe bar

Feedback From Real Customers

GALXE

It felt nice to be in a clean, fresh room! I didn’t see one spec of dirty Love the scent of the shampoo and the bar of soap! Yum! The only reason why I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because the tv didn’t have any channels

they did send someone up to help but he couldn’t get it working then they called my room and asked if we want to switch rooms… I had 5 kids with me and we all had just brought our stuff in and got off the road from a 4-5 hour drive didn’t want to move especially after feeling how comfy the beds were 😅 maybe y’all should have housekeepers double check the TVs are working properly before checking in guests I would expect the TV to work if y’all gonna charge me $52142 for 2 nights Oh there isn’t a microwave either 🙁 they have a fridge but no microwave in room to warm up food :/They have very little parking space around the hotel but they do have an overflow parking garage right next to the hotel But other than that everything was great Especially the customer service! Sorry for the other guests that had to hear me and the kids 😅Thank y’all so much though ❤️‍🔥 definitely would recommend others to stay here

Carlotta Fernbush

We stayed here for 2 weeks The rooms are very clean & so quiet, we got great sleep here every night All the hotel associates were just great

All smiles & so pleasant all the time Darlynn (spelling?) Is absolutely amazing! She made us feel so welcome, not just at check-in, but every day we were there We’ve stayed at hotels all over the country for work & she is probably my favoriteThe hotel is in a great location, so close to SF & Oakland for sightseeing My only negative feed back would be the extreme lack of parking & no microwaves in the rooms Otherwise, we had a great stay

Aryan Sood

Great hotel for stay Spacious rooms, 24/7 accessible gym, modern look, and very good staff service The location is also great with shops on the same street and the AMC Bay Street is a mere 5 minute walk from the hotel

The breakfast leaves some things to be desired, and isn’t as expansive as most other continental breakfast One major issue was that the eyehole on the room’s door was reversed and completely unsafe since anyone could see everything in the room from outside, but the guest services immediately sent someone to fix the issue

3. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This waterfront hotel with views of San Francisco’s skyline is 3.3 miles from downtown Berkeley and 8.3 miles from the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.Stylish rooms include free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with premium channels, plus desks and custom-designed beds. They also come with microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living/dining areas and pull-out sofas.A free local shuttle is offered. There’s an American bar and grill with cooked-to-order breakfast (fee), as well as a 24-hour pantry. Additional amenities include a gym and a hot tub, plus 3 meeting rooms and a 24/7 business center.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have TVs and microwaves
  • 4 min drive to the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge
  • 14 min walk to nearest train station
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests liked the professional service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 38 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has weight machines
  • Guests praised the nightlife

Feedback From Real Customers

David Poole

Newly renovated, unlike some Garden Inns, this hotel has truly upscale accommodations I had a splendid stay until I went down for breakfast, finding a breakfast policy with absolutely no continental option for your $10 credit I had unknowingly walked in and acknowledged my credit at check in, declining the points add back offered

This was an annual Honors stay offered for Diamond members, the only redemption to this story If I had paid for this room I would be much more feisty 😇

David Bunjac

Very good hotel for the price point and very conveniently located in Emeryville close to the Bay Bridge and Oakland Inside, it’s quiet, clean and most importantly, the beds are very comfortable! The neighborhood is safe with good shopping very close The downside is the property is aging and is showing signs of wear

Good maintenance is trying to keep up, but there are still flaws that will only be corrected with a major rehab No safe in the room and aging furniture Water pressure so-so $20 breakfast buffet that was not much better than what you’d see for free in other properties, so the dining room was empty at breakfast time with hot trays full standing for who knows how long But despite those problems, I would stay again It’s a good base to explore SF or the rest of the Bay Area and not too expensive That’s why I give four stars

Kristina Boler

The location is very convenient and the hotel is nice in appearance The staff was friendly and helpful and the rooms were cleanPlease note that you do have to pay $20 a day for parking which though I did notice that when we made the reservation, I thought that was a lot just to park

In my opinion, it should be free for choosing to stay there The breakfast was good but again, over priced They don’t have a pool but I was okay because I looked forward to the hot tub which was sadly closed when we were staying there So lots of plus’s and minuses but the location was worth it for our travel plans

4. 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

5. 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.

Things You Need to Know

  • 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

6. Berkeley City Club (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 2315 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
  • Phone: (510) 848-7800
  • Ratings: 4.5 (515 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : Berkeley City Club
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Elegant lodging with an indoor pool & a French restaurant, plus breakfast & parking.

About this hotel

Situated a block from the University of California Berkeley, this 1929 hotel was originally the Berkeley Women’s City Club, and is a 10-minute walk from the nearest BART station and 17 miles from the Golden Gate Bridge.Simple, homey rooms are TV-free and furnished with antiques and old-world decor. Suites include separate sitting areas. They all offer Wi-Fi and city views, and some provide views of the bridge.There’s a heated indoor pool, a TV room, a French restaurant and a cocktail lounge. Parking and continental breakfast are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • 9 min walk to the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
  • Some guests complained about the air conditioning
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests praised the French restaurant
  • Guests liked “gardens”, mentioned 10 times in reviews
  • Guests praised the architecture
  • Guests liked the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Harnek Singh

We stayed here during a recent trip to BerkeleyVery nice and clean with great architectural details Beautiful courtyard gardens to relax and acceptable breakfast included in the price

Nice staff We needed a change a date to our reservation just a day before getting here, and we were allowed to check out little later than the time Lots of interesting places to eat nearby Good sunset views over SF

7. Graduate Berkeley (4-star hotel)

  • Address: 2600 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
  • Phone: (510) 845-8981
  • Ratings: 4.2 (599 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Graduate Berkeley
  • Check-in time: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Warm rooms in a sophisticated retreat featuring a sports bar/restaurant & Wi-Fi.

About this hotel

A 5-minute walk from the University of California, Berkeley, this refined hotel dates from 1928 and is 4 miles from Indian Rock Park and 6 miles from Jack London Square.Warmly decorated rooms feature Wi-Fi, desks and flat-screen TVs, plus iPod docks, and campus or San Francisco Bay views. Upgraded rooms have access to a private lounge.There’s a sports bar/restaurant. Parking is available, as is event space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the beds
  • Walking distance to the University of California, Berkeley and the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
  • Guests mentioned the rooms are small
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned bars 36 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests praised the nightlife

Feedback From Real Customers

Ashley Arnold

The worst customer service I have ever experienced I emailed in early June to cancel a July reservation (just out of courtesy really- I was not expecting a refund and did not ask for one, but thought if I formally cancelled they could rebook the room) About two weeks went by and I didn’t get any response so I sent a follow-up

Two more weeks go by and no responseI decided to call then because my reservation was quickly approaching I was told no one got the emails and the reservation could no be located because the system was down They told me it was imperative that I call back tomorrow When I called back the front deck manager Fabio asked that I, not call, but email him This was different info then I’d been getting but I did itFive days went by with no response At this point I was actively getting texts from the Graduate asking me about check-in When I tried to call once more to see if my email had been received because no one ever responded Fabio told me I needed to call again tomorrow and send an email and then my reservation would be cancelled When I explained I already emailed but hadn’t gotten any responses he said “well, what do you want me to do?” and I simply said “cancel my reservation” and he HUNG UP ON MEWhen I tried to call back someone would answer and then hang up Never experienced anything like it

Thomas Bartman

There is a complete lack of customer service A few days ago I made a reservation for 2 rooms ($500/night), for a week, a year from now over the phone I was told that my card would be charged immediately for one night for each room, and the rest would be charged 30 days ahead of time which was the last day to cancel

Instead, my card was charged the full $7000 right away There’s no excuse for them to hold $7000 of my money for a year when the reservation is still cancel-able for the next 11 months I called this afternoon (and waited FIFTEEN minutes to talk to someone), and the woman said she was seeing the SAME THING I had been told before, and would bump it up the chain to get the other nights taken off my card Instead, tonight someone called me back and said that I was given the wrong information TWICE (really?), and that they would hold my $7000 for a full year before I came She had ZERO interest in understanding my argument I have NEVER had another hotel do this before the cancellation date So, here’s what I think of the Graduate: 1) most expensive place in Berkeley, 2) you get conflicting information repeatedly, 3) even paying $500/night, you have to wait on hold for 15 minutes to talk to someone or wait hours for someone to call you back, 4) their attitude is “tough luck – we’ll do what we want with no intention of trying to listen to you” Does this sound like somewhere I really want to stay? Do you?It looks like they respond to reviews – so I’ll put this question here for the eventual reply: if I can get ALL my money back 11 months from now, WHAT is the justification for the hotel to hold $7000 from now until then? What’s their motive? Holding the money offers them NO protection against me cancelling more than 30 days in advance, and I doubt they’ll give me interest on that money

Kyle Ratajczak

I’m currently sitting in room 625 and there’s a loud ticking noise behind the wall every 5 seconds This is in addition to a periodic thumping pipe noise that pops up every minute or so Needless to say it was hard to sleep in this room

I can only turn the fan on if the overhead light is also on so that’s fun Combined with small room size and things only being half renovated this hotel is not worth your time Luckily the location is decent and the first floor is charming

8. San Ramon Marriott

  • Address: (925) 867-9200
  • Ratings: 4.3 (1387 reviews) Very good
  • Website : San Ramon Marriott
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Polished property with casual Californian dining, plus a heated outdoor pool & a fitness room.

About this hotel

This upscale hotel is 1.9 miles from the Bishop Ranch Regional Preserve and 7.8 miles from the Eugene O’Neill National Historic Site.The airy modern rooms have flat-screens and Wi-Fi, along with desks and coffeemakers. Some add private balconies and views of the Redwood Forest. Upgraded rooms offer separate living and dining areas, along with access to a club lounge with free continental breakfast and evening appetizers.Wi-Fi is free in the lobby. A modern bar and grill serves Californian cuisine, and there’s a heated outdoor pool, a sauna and a fitness room. Other amenities include 8 meeting rooms and a business center.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the clean rooms and praised the beds
  • 11 min drive to the Museum of the San Ramon Valley
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests liked the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “shopping malls” 13 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool
  • The hotel has a sauna

Feedback From Real Customers

Alan Porjesz

Check in and check out were simple and fast since I was prepaid for a weekend workshop The room was large and clean The king sized bed was very comfortable and the hotel meals were very good

The only negative things were that the ice machine on my floor was out of order and though the TV was nice and large, it didn’t get all the channels on the menu

Nakisha Juarez

I just wanted to express my appreciation for your staffI want to specifically recognize Louis who checked me in and was so kind and accommodating as I checked in at 1amMy upgraded room is just perfect for my stay as I will have quite a few office accessories during my 18 day stay

Printers, monitors, laptops, easels, etc This stay will be packed with work seven days a week and having a space that is comfortable to work in is paramount I’ve stayed here a few times before and the customer service and cleanliness never disappoints!!!Louis went above and beyond making sure I had everything I needed upon my early AM check in Thank you Louis, the hospitality industry needs more people like you!!!107 days so far this year and looking forward to adding 18 more at the San Ramon Marriott!

Syed Abbas

Excellent location, great service, delectable restaurant, and veritable amenities make this Marriott location a great spot to lay your head down for a night or few Entry to the hotel is beautifully nestled between trees and hedges The staff at the hotel are extremely helpful and checked me in without a hitch

The room was clean and the temperature ambient The room has ample media options with the ability to log into your Netflix or Amazon Prime account The hotel has a restaurant where you can dine in or place orders to take back to your room (room service still has not resumed at the hotel) The hotel has good internet connection and plenty of parking The location is convenient as there is a target and a mixed-use development with shops and restaurants within walking distance The gym has good equipment and a sauna room A relaxing outdoor seating area next to the pool complements the existing amenities at the hotel Overall, my stay was great, and the hotel is a great option if you are going to be in the area for a short stint or an extended time

9. Oakland Marriott City Center (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This modern downtown hotel is a 3-minute walk from the 12th St. Oakland City Center BART station, 13 minutes’ walk from Jack London Square and 14 minutes’ stroll from the Oakland Museum of California.The funky, modern rooms have flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi (fee), plus desks, minifridges and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add access to a lounge with free continental breakfast and evening snacks; some offer views of San Francisco Bay or Lake Merritt.Amenities include a laid-back Californian restaurant and a lounge, plus an outdoor pool and a fitness room. There’s also a business center, along with 36 event rooms. Parking is offered for a fee.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms and the beds
  • 9 min drive to the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge
  • 4 min walk to nearest transit
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has free weights
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Keila Miller-Simons

I gave it three stars due to Irene a staff member who was very rude on the phone when i called from my room asking about my charges Due to her tone and sharp comments i had to inform her I was only asking due to me never being advised by staff And she still was rude and annoyed

As a customer i felt disrespected and she acted like i should have already known since i booked my stay She has very poor customer service I booked my stay through a third party and they said the resort fees will differ depending on the resortNow for the best part, the valet was amazing wish I could remember his name, he was welcoming, informative, helpful and had great customer serviceWe also had the pleasure of meeting James one of the bar servers In the oak bar He was amazing, his customer service was authentic, not forced, very informative, great attitude and most importantly he was available Most times when your the only server on the floor it can be overwhelming Not James he did such a great job and he made us a jalapeño Moscow mule that was amazingThank you valet and James for making my stay amazing and providing great customer service at this difficult time in the world

Terrie Paige

I hadn’t been to Oakland in at least 20yrs and so much has changed! Some for the good and, as everywhere else, the not so good, but this hotel is very niceThe staff were extremely helpful, courteous, and personableThe rooms are nicely appointed, but I did have an issue day 1 with a sewage smell coming from the bathroom

It dissipated shortly after being there a couple of hours and it was fine the rest of my stay I noticed the same smell in a couple of spots throughout the City so it wasn’t their faultThe bed was super comfortable so I got plenty of good sleep on this trip and I loved it!Housekeeping answered my request quickly and accurately and Safety was High in priority here with mask on hand to hand out, sanitizer, and the redirection of anyone not behaving Respectfully I was really pleased with my stayThey have Ballrooms, Fitness, and a really nice Restaurant on site as wellIf you are ever in Oakland, California it is a great place to stay!

Tammie Webb

I love Marriott! Always excellent service My issue was the bathroom lighting was horrible Maybe add an extra light over the mirror

Also I noticed that the wash clothes were “ Made in Pakistan” That was odd to me since the other towels were a different brand Any explanation? And the pillows were way to soft I had to fold them in half to get any head support

10. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Among cafes and restaurants, this contemporary hotel is a 14-minute walk from Jack London Square train station and a mile from the Gardens at Lake Merritt.The relaxed rooms have free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Some add city views.A complimentary hot breakfast buffet is served in a casual dining area. There’s also a gym and a convenience store. Valet parking is available (surcharge).

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms, which have TVs
  • Guests praised the beds
  • Some guests disliked the bathrooms
  • 8 min drive to the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge
  • 4 min walk to nearest transit

Feedback From Real Customers

Humza Shah

Had an excellent four night stay here while on a business trip Changed room after one night because I needed a bathroom with a bathtub Check-in and check-out were both smooth

Staff was also friendly Both of the rooms I was in had good views and most things folks would need for this stay – even a microwave, which is rare I can easily recommend this place The location was also excellent to walk to any central Oakland spots

Allen Wickham

Another good Hampton Inn experience, this time in downtown Oakland I love this area, given its proximity to the BART, Oakland Chinatown, to the bay (check out Jack London Square!), and lots of great food Similar large and spacious areas as the Red Bluff hotel and good breakfast choices

In order to ensure you get your ADA room, make sure you call them, since our reservation via a online resource did not communicate the need for a wheelchair room Our initial interaction with the front-desk was not helpful, but the manager was able to switch our room for an excellent ADA room, with a good roll-in shower and a great toilet The only drawback was the shower seat was tilted down, which necessitated getting our backup shower chair

Victor Sanchez

We stayed here to come to see Smokey Robinson at the Paramount Theatre The hotel is all modernized and very clean The staff is very nice and friendly

I also like the fact that the Valet service takes your vehicle to a Private Locked parking lot The tv was bit hard to figure out since the settings did not state the channels and delayed on every change made But overall was great quality The only thing we did not like was the time it took for the water to warm up when you need a shower We will definitely return here next time we come to the Paramount Theatre as it is only down the street

11. Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Across a promenade from San Francisco Bay, this casual hotel is 2 miles from downtown Oakland and 9 miles from the Oakland International Airport. It’s 8 miles from Redwood Regional Park.Featuring city views, warm rooms offer free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, microwaves, minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add balconies or terraces with bay views; some provide pull-out sofas and/or soaking tubs.Parking, hot breakfast and an area shuttle are included. Amenities consist of a bar, a 24/7 fitness center, plus a terrace with an outdoor pool, a hot tub and views of the bay. There’s a business center. There’s also a coin-operated laundry.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • Guests praised the bathrooms
  • 11 min drive to the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge
  • Guests praised the service, which has a concierge
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests liked the balconies, mentioned 22 times in reviews
  • Guests praised the city views

Feedback From Real Customers

Yazari Perez N.

I enjoyed my stay, although I only was there to sleep It was okay fot the price, the room was great The greeter for night time check in was absolutely rude, he was an older gentleman

We couldn’t really hear him because he was mumbling, we politely asked if he could repeat and he yelled at us Not okay Wanted to say something but I was too exhausted from being at the hospital with my new bornBreakfast was OK Was very little choicesOther than that beds were comfortable Bathroom was beautiful And it was clean

Bonny Bowen

Very nice place, VERY quiet on the bay side City view will be of the freeway King bay side room was spacious with nice view and a balcony

We were here almost a week, breakfast was a disappointment (biscuit sandwich, made fresh) final day they brought back waffles YEAH! Be aware this is not a nice neighborhood, they charge $15/night parking to pay for a security guard (be glad they do)We would stay here again:knowing we would not go out after darkdon’t leave anything in your carleave the area during the day

Gregory Powell

Update on 6-15-2022 Pool and hot tub are closed by the health department No ETA given for when the pool and hot tube might reopen

This is main reason we chose the hotel This is a very nice hotel and very close to the water Parking Security at night which is a bonusUpdate on 6-17 the pool and hot tub are open, and the hot tub is actually warm

12. 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

13. Waterfront Hotel – JDV by Hyatt (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Overlooking San Francisco Bay, this relaxed hotel is adjacent to Jack London Square and 1 mile from the Oakland Museum of California. It’s also 3 miles from Crown Memorial State Beach.The nautical rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and tea and coffeemakers. Some rooms offer balconies and/or harbor views. Suites add separate living spaces and/or fireplaces.Amenities include a heated outdoor pool, a sauna and an exercise room, as well as an Italian restaurant. Complimentary perks include weekday wine receptions and a local shuttle. There’s also a 24-hour business center, along with 13 meeting rooms and valet parking (fee).

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the large rooms
  • 10 min drive to the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests mentioned balconies 23 times
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Guests praised the harbor views
  • The fitness center has weight machines and treadmills

Feedback From Real Customers

Pete VR

Comfortable bed The desk is a little narrow which is important for my work trips Friendly staff

No complaints with other amenities (towels, soaps, shower) I’d recommend this place Valet was reasonably fast With the exception of the coffee shop attached to the hotel, there are good dining options within walking distance Regarding coffee shop, black coffee was bitter and if I didn’t need the boost I would have poured it out I can also appreciate/understand that some places have to mark up food prices, but $4 for a grocery store cup of yogurt is excessive I should have stuck with the $6 breakfast burrito

Jess Brant

This review is difficult to write because certain aspects of the hotel are great and others are notRoom – We stayed in the nicest sweet with the exception of the penthouse, we stayed in the Jack London Suite Great size room

great layout however there are quite a few issues with the room First off the bed is extremely uncomfortable to the point where we cut our stay short by one night because we could not get a good night’s rest Second issue the sofa bed our daughter was going to sleep on was zip tied shut (no exaggeration) During our stay there was also a shortage of pillows and blankets For the room we could only get four total pillows and three blankets when I called down During my travels this is the first time there has been a shortage on pillows and blankets Another issue I had during our stay our room was never cleaned or turned downStaff – The staff is great!Location – Location is great very close to the ferry that takes you across the bay to San FranOverall review as others have stated on here, you are better off staying at a different hotel which isn’t dated/worn down The amount we spent during our stay, we also paid for the last night we didn’t even stay in the hotel Despite me bringing the issues to management there was a lack of a empathy

Paige M

The locations and views are wonderful Staff is friendly I upgraded my room and that’s where the issues started

The first room’s heat did not work We were moved to another room It was just dirty, which I noticed the next day after our late night move I brought it to front desk attention, but the report there was really nothing they could do I have reached out to Hyatt It looks so nice online and lobby is adorable Just frustrating!Edit: manager reached out and was very helpful

14. Hotel Shattuck Plaza (4-star hotel)

  • Address: 2086 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
  • Phone: (510) 845-7300
  • Ratings: 4.3 (842 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Hotel Shattuck Plaza
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Stately hotel offering modern quarters with free Wi-Fi, plus a refined restaurant & a bar.

About this hotel

Set in a mission-style building dating from 1910, this sophisticated hotel is less than a block from the Downtown Berkeley BART station and a 5-minute walk from UC Berkeley.Modern rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, plus coffeemakers, and desks with ergonomic chairs. Some rooms have views of San Francisco Bay. Suites add separate living spaces. Room service is available.Perks include a fitness center, a restaurant featuring organic California cuisine, and a lounge offering hand-crafted cocktails.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the clean rooms but some thought they were small
  • Guests liked the beds
  • 4 min walk to the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned “cocktails” 10 times
  • The hotel has a boutique store

Feedback From Real Customers

Jacob Mata

Wonderful on every level A kind and caring staff Great bar in the lobby

Cozy rooms and great prices The staff really makes the experience the best They really want to make sure you are having a good time, not just in the hotel but when you leave as well They always welcome you back and wish you a good day or night when you go out Will definitely come back

Joanne Carusi

The hotel is very pretty and has held onto the original charm The staff is also very kind!The room was furnished nicely but was on the smaller side The door that connected our room with the one next door had a 2+ inch gap at the bottom and you could see into the next room, we stuffed a blanket under it to keep out the excess noise and from the people staying in the room from seeing into our space

The walls are thin so both our neighbors chatting sounded like people were in the room with us The bathroom was tiny and not practical at all There was no bathroom counter space as the bowl sink took up almost all the room and there were no hooks anywhere to hang your towels so we ended up grabbing hangers from the closet and hanging our towels from the shower curtain, otherwise our towels never dried on the shelf provided The TV barely worked and was glitchy every time we tried to use it The neighborhood is super convenient with delicious restaurants and coffee all around but it’s not super safe and very dirty If your looking for a quiet/private stay and for your room to be more then just aesthetically pleasing then this is not the place for you The price is too high for what is offered here I wouldn’t stay again unless it was a very short stay and/or the price was decreased by at least 1/3

Bill Leys

Beautiful hotel right downtown in Berkeley Easy walk to restaurants and shops in the neighborhood and Bart is right there at the corner for access all around the bayGreat old hotel with beautiful details and it’s obviously well cared for and loved

It’s clean it’s appealing the rooms are nice great bed to sleep onDefinitely worth the money when compared to other hotels in the area and the reviews they haveWill be back next time I’m coming to Berkeley

15. 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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