Castro Valley

Travel Guide

A calm lake with a small island in the center, surrounded by forested hills.
A view of Castro with a river, buildings, and a hill in the background.
A calm lake with reflections of trees and hills.
A lush green landscape with a lake surrounded by dense vegetation and hills.
A marina with boats docked, a dock extending into the water, and a hilly landscape in the background.

Where to stay in Castro Valley

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A large, historic building with a turret and a sign reading "Hotel de Ville."
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Chabot Park

If you're spending some time in Chabot Park, East Bay Regional Park District and Oakland Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is €155 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€155
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,022 reviews)
"Location is good, in the center of the city. Bed are small but comfortable. Breakfast was too pricey and not too good."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
425 North Point San Francisco CA
The price is €243 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
€243
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

5 out of 5
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill San Francisco CA
The price is €305 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€305
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Fairmont San Francisco
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Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

3 out of 5
2620 Jones St San Francisco CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,335 reviews)
"Great visit. Friendly, helpful staff, well-appointed room, and a quick walk down to the waterfront. It was short trip so we weren’t able to take advantage of some of their fun offerings (sourdough tasting, walking tour…) - next time!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Coral Reef Inn & Suites

Coral Reef Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
400 Park St Alameda CA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (3,006 reviews)
"Older hotel apartments. Like walking in to your grandparents place. Pretty used and will have to be updated. All was functional but worn out Nice location and easy walk to the beach and grocery stores"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa

Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa

4 out of 5
550 Oak Grove Ave Menlo Park CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Menlo Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford Stadium are ...
Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Castro Valley attractions

Rolling hills, scattered trees, and a distant windmill.

East Bay Regional Park District

4.0/10 (2 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at East Bay Regional Park District, a lovely green space in Oakland. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Golden Gate Bay Cruise Service: sail around Alcatraz!

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

€34
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Golden Gate Bridge at night

San Francisco Night Tour

€46
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Night Tour
Bridge 2 Bridge Tour: Golden Gate Bridge to Bay Bridge

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

€42
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise

San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise

€34
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat

San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration

€34
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self Led Exploration

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

€12
per adult
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
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A serene lake with a gazebo, a tall tree, and a church tower.

Oakland

An aerial view of a rural landscape with rolling hills, fields, and a small town with houses and roads.

Dublin

A waterfront with a dock, a house, and a bridge.

Fremont

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