| check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. elegantly furnished rooms and suites (most with pull-out sofas) offer room service, complimentary wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, plus minibars and desks. theres also a poolside beauty spa, lush garden courtyards, a hot tub/sauna, and a 24-hour gym. the on-site french-farmhouse-style bistro and bar emphasizes local and sustainable ingredients. this stately french-chateau-inspired hotel is 4 miles from the lafayette reservoir recreation area, and about 14 miles from oakland and san ramon. some suites add vaulted ceilings and fireplaces. free amenities include morning coffee/tea and a shuttle service to shops and restaurants in nearby walnut creek
San Francisco International Airport 37 min
Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park (18 min)
Sprawling forest featuring redwood groves & rare wildlife, plus trails, picnic areas & campsites. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord (12 min)
Large waterpark featuring attractions such as thrill slides, a lazy river & play areas for kids. Jack London Square (20 min)
Estuary, wine, and shopping Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve (10 min)
The site of an ancient volcano, this park offers self-guided tours & features many hiking trails. John Muir National Historic Site (15 min)
A 2.4-mile hiking trail loop that begins near the John Muir house, with scenic mountain views. The University of California Botanical Garden (21 min)
Established in 1890, this 34-acre garden features a collection of plants from around the world. Mount Diablo (58 min)
Landmark mountain offering hiking trails & camping, plus a summit visitor center & observation deck. Lindsay Wildlife Experience (8 min)
Environmental education center housing 50+ species of live, nonreleasable California wildlife. Tilden Regional Park (14 min)
A 2,000+ acre park with a carousel, botanic garden, lake swimming, picnic areas & steam train ride. Oakland Zoo (20 min)
Long-standing zoo features 650+ native & exotic animals, a wildlife theater & educational programs. Lake Merritt (20 min)
Tidal lagoon in the city surrounded by parkland, a local destination for boating, walking & picnics. Briones Regional Park (5 min)
Pastoral, 6,255-acre park with rolling hills, wildlife viewing, campgrounds & other features. Chabot Space & Science Center (22 min)
Big complex featuring interactive exhibits on outer space, a planetarium, a gift shop & more. Joaquin Miller Park (15 min)
Dog-friendly woodland park on 500 acres boasting rustic trails, meadows & picnic sites. | 
