Temescal Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Temescal
Stay near popular Temescal attractions
Things to do
San Francisco Giants Baseball Game at Oracle Park
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Top hotels in Temescal
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Overall, the stay was decent, but there were several things that could have been better. The feather pillows provided very little support, and the foam pillows sent to the room weren’t much better. The comforter was too warm, while the extra blankets were very itchy. The bathroom sink was extremely ..."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"The breakfast buffet is a joke, we booked this hotel expecting something special but it’s not at all it’s just basic and you’re not even allowed to bring your coffee and cereal to your room. The bathroom we got was impossible to get into and close the door it was so tiny my legs were touching walls ..."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026
The Pickwick Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
"Somewhat dissapointing"
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Temescal
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 UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Historic Berkeley. 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 DeFremery Park and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
