Hayward
Travel Guide





Visit Hayward

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"The underground parking is a very tight if you have a larger vehicle. It would be nice to see complimentary bathroom items like lotion or a shower cap. Mikey the Bell Captain is very helpful and knowledgeable."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Very clean and quiet"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"This was a very busy and lovely hotel which actually made me feel comfortable as someone travelling alone. I liked the bar in the main lobby, the bartenders were very friendly! The pool and hot tub area were pretty quiet which was nice. My room had a really nice view on floor 36, and was basic but ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
"I would recommend people absolutely avoid this place until they do major renovations and management change. It's a vintage beauty with stunning views and nearby attractions-- but it's heavily neglected by the owners and staff, and may be in a dangerous area. The host was talking with a hooded figure ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
"Over all it was an okay stay. Upon arrival we had to wait for our room and there was an issue with the payment from the third party. Not the way we wanted to start our stay. I spoke to the concierge and he said that for my husband he would send up apple cider as we don’t drink. We never received ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Kasa University-Airport Santa Clara
"Clean and pretty unit. The check-in process and getting the car inside the gate was a little confusing. Once we figured out the process and got the badges inside the unit, everything was fine. Nice furniture and bed. A few more forks, spoons, knives and plates would have been helpful, too as we cooked ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Popular places to visit

Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.

University of California, Berkeley
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of California, Berkeley during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Oakland Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.

Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.

Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do

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

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)





