there's a heated indoor pool, a tv room, a modern american restaurant and a cocktail lounge. situated a block from the university of california berkeley, this 1929 hotel was originally the berkeley women's city club, and is a 10-minute walk from the nearest bart station. simple, homey rooms are tv-free and furnished with antiques and old-world decor. continental breakfast is free. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. rooms on the lower floors have free wi-fi, and suites include separate sitting areas. they all offer city views, and some provide views of the golden gate bridge San Francisco International Airport 34 min
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (23 min) Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (32 min) Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge (14 min) Long, stately span (including a tunnel through Yerba Buena Island), with a pedestrian/bike path. PIER 39 (29 min) Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. The Painted Ladies (27 min) Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Aquarium of the Bay (29 min) Aquarium with creatures from local waters, including otters, sharks & jellyfish, plus a touch tank. Ferry Building (24 min) Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Coit Tower (31 min) Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Jack London Square (17 min) Estuary, wine, and shopping Alcatraz Island (29 min) Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Golden Gate Bridge (37 min) Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Exploratorium (25 min) Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. Union Square (25 min) Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. The Palace Of Fine Arts (35 min) This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. |