Northwest Berkeley
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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 Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event 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.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
Top hotels in Northwest Berkeley
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Good location. Good timing for the check in and checkout. Good price for New Year's. However, we did not get the bayview which we had paid for. Heated pool. Very small bathroom. Hard to open the door. Low water pressure in the sink. Needed more towels and toilet paper. Toiletries were subpar for ...
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Please consider warm lighting for the lamps in the rooms. The fluorescent/blue lighting is off putting.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
I thought everything about our stay at the. Fairmont was fantastic except that we could hear everything from the room next door
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Nice clean hotel.. will return next time in the bay
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Good
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Friendly staff, easy check in and clean room
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Berkeley
Albany
The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are a few top sights nearby.
Central Berkeley
When in Central Berkeley, you can plan a visit to UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Southwest Berkeley
If you're spending some time in Southwest Berkeley, Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake are top sights worth seeing.
North Berkeley
If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive 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.
South Berkeley
While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.
