The hotel is convenient for the area. My son has an annual neurosurgical appt. in Oakland, and we go down the night before and stay at this hotel. The indoor pool and spa are what we like best! So much so, that my son actually looks forward to his appt. because we get to stay at this hotel. The staff is friendly. The rooms are up to date and comfortable and the pool and spa are wonderful. And centrally located to Bay St. Mall is convenient too.