Downtown Walnut Creek Travel Guide

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Stay near popular Downtown Walnut Creek attractions

Broadway Plaza

8.4/10 (146 reviews)
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Broadway Plaza during your stay in Walnut Creek. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its lively bars.
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Activities

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Ruth Bancroft Garden General Admission Ticket

NZ$26
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Ruth Bancroft Garden General Admission Ticket
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Berkeley

Private Walking Berkeley: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

NZ$9
per traveller
Private Walking Berkeley: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
A Self Guided Audio Tour of UC Berkeley Campus

A Self Guided Audio Tour of UC Berkeley Campus

NZ$17
per adult
A Self Guided Audio Tour of UC Berkeley Campus
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Our pick of the best Downtown Walnut Creek Hotel Deals

Walnut Creek Marriott

Walnut Creek Marriott

3.5 out of 5
2355 N Main St Walnut Creek CA
The price is NZ$220 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$220
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Walnut Creek. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,135 reviews)
"The restaurant bartender was wonderful. The front desk gentleman was surly and rude."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Walnut Creek Marriott
Hilton Garden Inn Walnut Creek

Hilton Garden Inn Walnut Creek

3 out of 5
490 Lawrence Way Walnut Creek CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$236 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$236
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Walnut Creek. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Civic Park and Lesher ...
Hilton Garden Inn Walnut Creek
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

4 out of 5
200 Marina Blvd Berkeley CA
The price is NZ$240 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$240
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (5,102 reviews)
"Marina"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

3.5 out of 5
68 Monarch Bay Dr San Leandro CA
The price is NZ$200 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$200
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in San Leandro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,714 reviews)
"The property is older but comfortable. The staff were very courteous and professional. I recommend heading to some place for snacks and drinks before checking in. They do have a market, just remember those things are priced for your convenience. The rooms come with a small refrigerator with a tiny ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

3 out of 5
1800 Powell Street Emeryville CA
The price is NZ$275 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$275
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Emeryville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club

5 out of 5
41 Tunnel Road Berkeley CA
The price is NZ$564 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$564
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,093 reviews)
"A bottle of fine champagne and chocolates for our anniversary greeted us in our cozy room!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Claremont Resort & Club
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Walnut Creek

Find the best Downtown Walnut Creek areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Contra Costa Centre

Even though there aren't top sights in Contra Costa Centre, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Diablo Hills Golf Course. Jump on the metro at Pleasant Hill-Contra Costa Centre BART Station to see more of the city.

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Overlook

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Overlook and surrounding area, you can visit Lesher Center for the Arts and Broadway Plaza.

Saranap

While Saranap isn't home to many top sights, Broadway Plaza and Lesher Center for the Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Rossmoor

While there might not be top attractions in Rossmoor, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Broadway Plaza and Lafayette Reservoir.

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Livorna Estates

While Livorna Estates may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Broadway Plaza and Ruth Bancroft Garden.

Downtown Walnut Creek Travel Guide

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