Elmwood
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-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.
Greek Theater
You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Paramount Theatre
Come and see the ballet, a concert or a stand-up comedy performance at this spectacular art deco theater in the heart of Oakland.
Things to do
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Elmwood Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Definitely recommend this hotel. Beds are comfortable. Rooms are clean and the views of the city is priceless.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Staff were friendly. Check in was speedy. The best part was the breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Super Clean hotel. Staffs are all friendly and courteous.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Room was clean and staff was nice! They answered all questions I had and were really helpful overall!
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Comfort Inn by the Bay
Excellent Guest Service
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Large spot on floor, wall dirty or scuffed up, very far from elevator for being an accessible room.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Elmwood
Claremont
Ample dining options and luxurious spas are well-reviewed features of Claremont. Make a stop by top sights like Judah L. Magnes Museum while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.
South Berkeley
While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.
Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
Rockridge
Home to Claremont Country Club, this residential and commercial district boasts over 80 eateries and upscale shops along College Avenue, as well as the Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt Park for outdoor fun. Easily accessible via Rockridge BART Station.
Central Berkeley
When in Central Berkeley, you can plan a visit to Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
