B-Love's Guest House is a gem: Easy check-in, excellent communication, big kitchen, comfortable rooms. While the bathroom is shared, I never waited for it once. The house is connected to the arts world of West Oakland, and there was a cool opening when I arrived. The street is lovely and leads directly to the West Oakland BART station, so you can be over in San Francisco in 15-20 minutes after you leave the house or in downtown Oakland or Lake Merritt in less. Easy airport access. Several cool coffee shops within walking distance.