West Berkeley Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit West Berkeley
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene 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 art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Top hotels in West Berkeley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean hotel thats conveniently located. The pool is not heated, our family thought it was.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Great location and price. Best part of our stay was the staff especially Darwin and Joyce who assisted us with the check-in process and getting to places we need to go. Their cheerful and kind attitude is really refreshing especially after the stressful travel, they are both really sincere with how ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Very good hotel for the price and location. Staff was helpful. Parking is really expensive, but it is SF, so expected.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Everything worked. And i felt welcomed.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
I love to come here it’s my get away
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
The Marker Union Square San Francisco
When you walked to the Hotel Lobby, you can smell a very unique scent that is so calming and pleasant. We really enjoyed our stay. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Berkeley
Northwest Berkeley
While you're in Northwest Berkeley, take in top sights like Donkey and Goat and jump on the metro at North 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, Golden Gate Fields and Cesar Chavez Park are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.
Central Berkeley
Central Berkeley might not have many top sights, but Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
North Berkeley
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.
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.
