Best hotels in El Sobrante
Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Berkeley
3150 Garrity Way, Richmond, CA, 94806
Located in the desirable Hilltop Bayview Area, the extensive amenities of this modern, comfortable hotel include a heated pool and 24-hour fitness center. Find time to unwind in one of the fantastic lobby areas before dining in The Bistro. The well-appointed and newly renovated rooms provide everything you’ll need for a fantastic stay.
Claremont Club & Spa
41 Tunnel Road, Oakland, CA, 94705
Sitting on a vast 22-acre site, this historic century-old club and spa boasts stunning views of the San Francisco Bay from its range of elegant guestrooms and suites. The award-winning spa is a highlight, with its accompanying outdoor fitness pavilion, while seasonally inspired dishes are served up in the Limewood Bar & Restaurant.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
2525 San Pablo Dam Road, San Pablo, CA, 94806
A few steps from the ever-popular San Pablo Casino, this well-positioned hotel is ideally located for visiting both San Francisco and Oakland. It prides itself on its well-equipped and maintained rooms, while breakfast can be grabbed on the go – perfect if you’re planning a day at one of the many beaches that are only a few minutes' drive away.
Best restaurants in El Sobrante
La Strada Restaurant
2215 Church Lane, San Pablo, CA, 94806
The simple aim of La Strada is to make its dinner guests feel as though they’ve stepped into a Tuscan village, welcoming visitors with the smell of home-cooked Italian comfort food. Operating from brunch through to dinner, the main course highlights like their veal saltimbocca and the decidedly large portions bring locals and tourists back time and time again.
Leila By The Bay
1991 Railroad Avenue, Hercules, CA, 94547
The whimsically named Leila By The Bay rightly prides itself on both its fresh Californian cuisine and the gorgeous outdoor patio that allows diners to watch the sunset over the San Francisco Bay. A Mediterranean twist on the dishes is present throughout and highlights include the blackened salmon with its mix of Spanish spices, and the crab alfredo pasta.
Cafe Soleil
3550 San Pablo Dam Road, El Sobrante, CA, 94803
With a well-earned reputation for friendly service in a relaxed setting, Cafe Soleil offers its expansive menu for both breakfast and lunch settings. With its fresh take on salads and sandwiches, this family-run restaurant has something for everybody, including their winning plant-based menu.
Best things to do in El Sobrante
San Pablo Reservoir
7301 San Pablo Dam Road, El Sobrante, CA, 94803
This beautiful spot on the East Bay offers over five miles of hiking and biking trails along the west side of the river, alongside a range of water sports from kayaking to canoeing. San Pablo is packed with wildlife and it’s common to see flocks of white pelicans along the trails. You might also be treated to a coyote or bobcat sighting.
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord
1950 Waterworld Parkway, Concord, CA, 94520
Days filled with excitement and energy await at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor water park. The Big Kahuna is the largest slide of its kind in the Bay Area and the Tornado and Typhoon Slide Complex add to the exhilaration. You can also take it easy in the Lazy River and grab a bite at the many cafes and grills on site too.
Wildcat Canyon Regional Park
5755 McBryde Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94805
Covering over 2,500 acres and encompassing 25 miles of trails, Wildcat Canyon Regional Park is easy to access from the East Bay and remains a popular destination for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians alike. Nimitz Way is a particularly popular route which affords spectacular views from the crest of the East Bay hills.