The “BEZERKELEY†era of the 60’s redirected the course of history; today its edges have softened, though taking a stroll down Telegraph or Bancroft one can still bear witness to vestiges of another time—a period of idealism, promise and experiments in living A return to the East Bay is an awakening to the richness of resources and adventure five + hours north. .
Re-enter the Berkeley scene from the perspective of the granddame of urban hotels, the landmark Claremont Hotel Club & Spa. This legendary gold rush period “Castle on the Hill†sprawls 22 glorious acres where “the love affair begins†.
Whether a massage, scrub, wrap, Pilates or acupuncture session, yoga class, swim in one of the Olympic pools or a beauty treatment, this haven’s incredible indulgences will refresh and reinvigorate the body, mind, and spirit.
The Claremont is one get-away that considers the “whole†family, including its pet friendly policy for the pooch. Reserve the family suite, and know that as long as you remain on the hotel grounds, your child/ren from 6 weeks to 10 years can attend The Kids Club at the on site Children’s Activity Center and Playscape. Age appropriate games, arts and crafts projects and movies engage these little travelers while their parents and or grandparents can take a time out.
Ask the concierge to map a walk. Consider visiting Tilden Park where you can ride the Merry-Go-Round and the steam train, play 18 holes of golf, hit the driving range, hike, and picnic.
Other attractions include Anderson’s Farms for a throw back to yester year, the Rose Garden, Cal’s Botanical Garden and the Cactus Jungle. Or see pythons, snakes, frogs and tortoises at the world’s largest reptile store, the Vivarium. The Habitot attracts toddlers and infants to its multi-cultural hands on activity Discovery Center.
The legacy and the lore continue to define Berkeley. Perhaps it’s no coincidence that Brentwood’s loss of Duttons may have been the catalyst for Diesel Books of Berkeley to open a neighborhood outlet at the revived 26th Street Mart, with a sister store in trendy Malibu.
1-800-551-7266 Club@Claremont-hotel.com
