| 9 miles from the ardenwood historic farm. off interstate 880, this unpretentious budget lodging is 5. 2 miles from the california state university and 5. theres also a coin laundry, in addition to free morning coffee and truck parking. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. kids 17 and under stay free with an adult family member. wood floors and granite countertops are offered in each colorful, modern room, as well as wifi (fee) and flat-screen tvs with expanded cable channels
San Francisco International Airport 27 min
Hayward Japanese Gardens (14 min)
This 3+-acre botanical garden features traditional Japanese arrangements, a teahouse & a koi pond. East Bay Regional Park District - Public Safety (21 min) Mission Peak (35 min)
Small mountain & public park with strenuous hiking trails to the summit, featuring an iconic pole. Oakland Zoo (16 min)
Long-standing zoo features 650+ native & exotic animals, a wildlife theater & educational programs. Coyote Hills Regional Park (12 min)
978 acres of rolling hills for picnicking, bird-watching, biking, hiking & nature exploration. Ardenwood Historic Farm (8 min)
A working farm with a train & crops grown using historic methods, plus volunteers in period attire. Niles Canyon Railway (23 min)
Living history museum providing rides on vintage trains (1910-1960) & exhibits on railroad history. Garin Regional Park (9 min)
This natural area with hills, fields & streams houses a seasonal visitor center on ranching history. Aqua Adventure Water Park (17 min)
Recreational facility featuring waterslides, pools, swimming lessons & an on-site eatery. Lake Chabot Regional Park (18 min)
Parkland featuring a 315-acre reservoir for canoeing & fishing, plus trails, picnic areas & a cafe. Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area (13 min)
Lakefront park offers 471 acres of space for picnicking, swimming, fishing & non-motorized boating. Lake Elizabeth (18 min)
Recreation area with a bird-filled island, plus a dog park, playgrounds, sports fields & boat ramp. Lake Chabot (18 min)
Easygoing recreation hub popular for boat rentals & fishing & surrounded by tree-shaded banks. Anthony Chabot Regional Park (21 min)
Huge, 3,314-acre park offering hiking trails, a campground, a marksmanship range & other features. Niles Canyon (14 min)
Trails & vintage railway rides over hills & creeks featured in Charlie Chaplin's film The Tramp. | 
