Santa Clara Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Santa Clara
Top hotels in Santa Clara
The Pickwick Hotel
"What I did like was the classic feel of the hotel, also the location (near the Moscone Center) was perfect. A few problems: the parking was hard to get to and getting to the hotel lobby was a little tricky (and cramped). You can hear the plumbing issues plus metal clanking all day and night. The ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Great place to stay"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
"the day we checked in, the front desk person is not willing to answer my request at all. also i have called front desk to replace icon machine, called twice, no one shows up ."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Where to stay in Santa Clara
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 UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. 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.
Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
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.
