Central Berkeley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
University of California, Berkeley
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of California, Berkeley during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Central Berkeley
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Everything you need here- Market for coffee, sandwiches, drinks. A bar for wine, beer, and spirits. Pool, fitness, free breakfast. Clean rooms, great staff, and perfect location.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The staff is amazing and it is clean, location excellent. The building itself looks old, or at least the part I was staying. But it was a really good experience
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Whole experience underwhelming.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
My daughter and I stayed here for three nights and we couldn't be happier. The room was exceptionally clean and fresh every day, which we really appreciated. The location was the best part—we were within walking distance of everything we wanted to see, making our trip so easy and stress-free. We’re ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
So, there are three Hyatt's in San Francisco. My reservation was for the Hyatt Regency San Francisco, at Embarcadero Center. There is also a Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport, and Hyatt SOMA. I asked if there was a hotel shuttle from the airport, for Hyatt Regency San Francisco, and was told yes. ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Agradecidos por el cambio de habitación y agua de cortesía a una más cómoda o amplia el punto que mejoraría o que no fue nuestro agrado, es el baño que está abierto o sin techo a la habitación y realmente salen todos los ruidos y olores llevamos 25 años juntos pero si es antihigienico y es un área ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
