Lower Bal Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Lower Bal
Things to do
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Top hotels in Lower Bal
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"The property was beautiful there was a wet stain on the carpet in our room but nothing serious.."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Breakfast was great. Coffee was ok. Staff really friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"The hotel lobby decor is outstanding. The seating area is beautiful. We had a ferry building and bay bridge close up view room on the 14th floor - we are local to the Bay area and had never seen views like that from a room before. Outstanding. Room was very comfortable. The only area for improvement, ..."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026
The Pickwick Hotel
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 Fox Theater 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 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.
Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
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.
