Merritt
Oakland
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 Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
Greek Theater
You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant 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.
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.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
Top hotels in Merritt
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Nice breakfast.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
It was a beautiful hotel with a beautiful decor and gorgeous city views
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The hotel location is perfect, close to everything in Union Square. However the guest overnight parking is $67 which is outrageous. I don’t care how expensive the city is. They should at least give a discount to the guest.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
The room was clean; however, there was no cold water in the sink or toilet, and the shower only provided hot water.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Good
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
It is a little surprising not being able to just enter the facility do to doors being locked for security….homeless near by…once you have your room card, very easy to walk in and out of hotel, rooms are small but very equipped with everything you need, very clean, very nice staff, plus they let us ...
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merritt
San Antonio
While visiting San Antonio, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center.
Downtown Oakland
Theaters, art galleries, and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
West Alameda
While visiting West Alameda, you might make a stop by sights like Crab Cove Visitor Center and Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach.
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
When in Piedmont Avenue, you can plan a visit to Children's Fairyland and Paramount Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
