| kids 18 and under stay free with a parent or grandparent. there's also a king suite with a kitchen available. upgraded rooms and suites add minifridges and microwaves. this casual 4-story hotel off i-580 is a 9-minute drive from the university of california, berkeley, and a 14-minute drive from downtown oakland. free continental breakfast and parking are offered, as well as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. the simple rooms include pillow-top mattresses, free wifi and flat-screen tvs with premium cable channels, plus coffeemakers. amenities also include a business center and 2 meeting rooms
San Francisco International Airport 27 min
Exploratorium (19 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. The Palace Of Fine Arts (29 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (16 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (26 min)
Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. Ferry Building (17 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. The Painted Ladies (20 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Union Square (19 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. Golden Gate Park (25 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. PIER 39 (23 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Golden Gate Bridge (29 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge (7 min)
Long, stately span (including a tunnel through Yerba Buena Island), with a pedestrian/bike path. Alcatraz Island (22 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Coit Tower (24 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Aquarium of the Bay (22 min)
Aquarium with creatures from local waters, including otters, sharks & jellyfish, plus a touch tank. | 
