Overlooking Oakland Inner Harbor, this modest, roadside hotel is 3 miles from shopping and dining at Jack London Square, and 8 miles from the University of California. The low-key studios offer kitchenettes, complimentary Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult. Freebies include parking and takeaway breakfast. Amenities include a fitness room and a 24-hour, coin-operated laundry. Pets are welcome for a fee.

This relaxed hotel, set in the San Francisco Bay area, lies 2.2 miles from the Jack London Square shopping and entertainment area, and 10 miles from the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. Featuring free Wi-Fi, the unfussy rooms and suites also offer TVs, microwaves and minifridges; some have balconies and/or desks. Suites add seating areas and kitchenettes.