| this contemporary hotel is located within a 2-minute drive of the university of california, berkeley. the hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, an outdoor swimming pool and spa, as well as a fitness center and business center. the brightly decorated rooms offer flat-screen tvs, coffeemakers, free high-speed internet access and work desks. amenities include a microwave in the lobby and limited free parking. check-in time: 1:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
San Francisco International Airport 32 min
Aquarium of the Bay (27 min)
Aquarium with creatures from local waters, including otters, sharks & jellyfish, plus a touch tank. The Painted Ladies (25 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Union Square (24 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. PIER 39 (28 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Ferry Building (22 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Jack London Square (15 min)
Estuary, wine, and shopping Golden Gate Bridge (36 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (31 min)
Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. Alcatraz Island (27 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge (12 min)
Long, stately span (including a tunnel through Yerba Buena Island), with a pedestrian/bike path. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (21 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. Coit Tower (29 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. The Palace Of Fine Arts (34 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Exploratorium (24 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. | 
