Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
University of California, Berkeley
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Berkeley, during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco: 7D Interactive Thrill Ride at PIER 39
SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise
Lakeshore Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room comfortable bed and the breakfast buffet were great. It’s the holiday so it’s very busy and noisy. The walls are so thin that you can hear everything and it distrusted our sleep. And the people upstairs were stumping their feet. Good thing we were only there for 1 night.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Good spacious room. Very clean . Staff was very courteous. We had wonderful stay at Hilton Financial district SFO.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
It is a beautiful place to visit around the holidays, for he was a bit busy but still enjoyed our stay and the galleries inside, the Tonga Room, customer service was excellent and very kind From the lady checking us in to the valet , everyone was very helpful and cordial They make you feel like a ...
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Location
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Great staff, great location, clean rooms
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Terrific
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Lakeshore
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
Piedmont Avenue
When in Piedmont Avenue, you can plan a visit to Grand Lake Theater and Paramount Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
San Antonio
While visiting San Antonio, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu.
Temescal
While visiting Temescal, you might make a stop by sights like Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats.
Downtown Oakland
Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit.
Upper Rockridge
When in Upper Rockridge, you can plan a visit to Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
