Lower Bal Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Lower Bal
Things to do
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco to Monterey Pacific Coast Highway Audio Tour
San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration
San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Lower Bal
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Really great hotel and amenities. The location was perfect for families staying near Pier 39. The hotel did nickel and dime for receiving a package at the hotel ($5 fee). Parking and resort fee was expensive on top of the room rate. They are strict about how many people per room for the breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. They made my stay exceptionally enjoyable. I would 10/10 recommend for anyone who’s looking for place that is in the middle of everything! I would definitely rebook again."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Hôtel exceptionnel. Le lobby est incroyable. Les chambres sont grandes et confortables. Le salon exécutif est époustouflant. Probablement un des plus incroyables hôtels à San Francisco"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Staff was friendly. Breakfast place was way overpriced, but there was good breakfast places in the area. Rooms are tiny and cramped and could here the adjoining rooms talking cause the walls are thin."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
"The Fairmont Hotel is an elegant hotel with plenty of history. The Tonga Room was a real treat! The room was comfortable and the staff extremely friendly and welcoming!"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Lower Bal
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Old Oakland 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 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.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.
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.
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.
