Merritt
Oakland
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
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Berkeley, during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets 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 theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Greek Theater
You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene 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.
Things to do
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
Merritt Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean rooms, nice staff, and plenty of breakfast options.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Cleaning staff were fantastic. Hotel was in a great location for access to sites. Only negative was our room was next to the elevator which could be quite noisy, however didn’t bother us enough to request a move.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Love Chinatown
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Small room quiet but friendly staff
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
good
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Enjoyed my stay
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merritt
San Antonio
While visiting San Antonio, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center.
Downtown Oakland
Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
West Alameda
While visiting West Alameda, you might make a stop by sights like Crab Cove Visitor Center and Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach.
West Oakland
Major West Coast port and trade center, this bustling area boasts the busiest port in Northern California, surrounded by a picturesque landscape of coastal terrace prairie, oak woodland, and north coastal scrub.
Piedmont Avenue
When in Piedmont Avenue, you can plan a visit to Children's Fairyland and Paramount Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
