When is the best time to go to Lakeshore?

The best time to visit Lakeshore is during the summer months, from June to September, for warm weather and full access to outdoor activities. During this period, the weather is consistently pleasant, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 30°C, making it ideal for enjoying the lake. All the local businesses and attractions are fully operational, offering a wide range of water sports, hiking trails, and scenic excursions. For families, this is an excellent time as children are out of school, and the lake provides plenty of entertainment options, from swimming and boating to fishing and picnics by the shore. For those looking for a slightly quieter experience with comfortable temperatures and beautiful autumn colours, late September to October can also be a good choice. While some services might begin to wind down towards the end of October, the crowds are smaller, and the natural scenery is particularly striking.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Lakeshore.

How much is the nightly rate at a Lakeshore hotel?

Hotel prices in Lakeshore often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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Our top choices for Lakeshore hotels

1. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland, 1.9 mi from Lakeshore

Donald

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

2. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

2 mi from Lakeshore

Leilah

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

5.6 mi from Lakeshore

Terry

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Airport District, 6.4 mi from Lakeshore

Nathan

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

5. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.4 mi from Lakeshore

Pui Lang

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

6. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.5 mi from Lakeshore

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

7. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.3 mi from Lakeshore

Cristina

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

8. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

4.2 mi from Lakeshore

Punit

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

9. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

3.7 mi from Lakeshore

Caroll

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

10. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

8.5 mi from Lakeshore

Fred

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

11. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

9.5 mi from Lakeshore

Thomas D

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

12. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

8.7 mi from Lakeshore

Dean

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

13. Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

13.4 mi from Lakeshore

Dennis

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

14. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

9.8 mi from Lakeshore

Lina

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

15. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

8.9 mi from Lakeshore

Nadya

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

16. Sonesta Select San Ramon

15.4 mi from Lakeshore

Randy

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

17. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

9.5 mi from Lakeshore

Henry

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

18. Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

9.7 mi from Lakeshore

ANTHONY

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

19. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

9.6 mi from Lakeshore

Spencer

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

12.2 mi from Lakeshore

Rachel

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Where to stay in Lakeshore

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Downtown Oakland

Theatres, 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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