Laurel Travel Guide
Oakland
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Top hotels in Laurel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Great location! Easy walk to Fisherman’s Wharf. Attentive staff, cool fire pits, great breakfast!"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Staffs were very friendly and helpful. This Filipino staff did above and beyond as we checked in. She helped us with the top spots to visit nearby, taught us how to navigate in the area, and cautioned us with the unsafe places not to explore in the neighborhood."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"I had a great stay here, the room was clean & the staff was very friendly and open to answering any questions I had!"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
"Everything about this stay was incredible. From the friendly and communicative staff, to the s’mores from 5-7, to the clean rooms and being in close proximity helped create a memorable stay. Parking for 3 night came out to roughly $222, but would definitely stay at this property again"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Everyone was very nice and helpful"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Always a great stay this is also a great location!"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Laurel
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.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.
Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
