Merritt Travel Guide
Oakland
Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Learn about the local history of Oakland with a stop at Jack London Square. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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
Why not meet the animals who live at Oakland Zoo during your travels in Oakland? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the 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.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Merritt
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Extensive breakfast menu
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Greatest deal in the Union Square area.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
We loved our stay in San Francisco! They staff was so kind, considerate and helpful. The breakfast they offer is phenomenal and it’s included in the price! If we ever are back in SF we willl stay with them again!!!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Went out did not visit the restaurant
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Julian
La tensión del personal es excelente, sólo que cuando llegamos algo pasó con la calefacción del agua porque no había agua caliente para dársela la ducha, pero las repararon unas horas después este es mi segunda vez en el hotel Julián y lo mismo opine en la primera vez que lo que haría mejor, sus ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Hotel staff was friendly and accommodating from our first arrival. Hotel is in a beautiful setting right on the water. My family members enjoyed the pool and sauna immensely. Would definitely recommend and look forward to staying again.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merritt
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
West Alameda
If you're spending some time in West Alameda, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum are top sights worth seeing.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grand Lake Theater and Children's Fairyland.
