What's it like in Downtown Oakland?

Downtown Oakland is a metropolitan neighbourhood that travellers like for its theatre scene and opera houses. Make sure that you visit Oakland City Center and Fox Theater as part of your Downtown Oakland travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Oakland?

Based on our traveller data, Oakland Marriott City Center is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Oakland. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Jack London Square, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre.

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Oakland area?

Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Oakland to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Oakland area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Oakland, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Oakland.

What is there to do in this Oakland neighbourhood?

Be sure to get some family photos at Oakland Museum of California, Plank and Lakeside Park and Garden Center while you're out sightseeing in Downtown Oakland. You could also plan a visit to Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Oakland include Oakland Tribune Tower, Oakland City Hall and Ronald Dellums Federal Building. When you're sightseeing in Oakland, Museum of Children's Art and Old Oakland are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Oakland and the greater Oakland area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station, 19th St Station or Lake Merritt Station. To venture out of town, take a train from Oakland-Jack London Square Station.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Oakland, Oakland - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown Oakland hotels

1. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland

Armondo

฿4,864 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

MK

฿5,161 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Ramesh

฿5,506 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

4. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Esther

฿4,517 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

5. Oakland Marriott City Center

Downtown Oakland

Lisa

฿5,171 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

6. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Downtown Oakland

Jeannine

฿3,548 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

7. Oaktown Roost

Downtown Oakland

Earl

฿4,201 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

Superior Duplex, Non Smoking, Patio | Living area

8. Big & Beautiful 6 Bedroom 2.5 Bath

Downtown Oakland

฿33,525 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Two Queen Beds)

9. Jack London Inn

Downtown Oakland

Samantha Xiong

฿2,692 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

10. Civic Center Lodge

Downtown Oakland

Ruben

฿2,963 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

11. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

Downtown Oakland

฿18,397 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

12. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.2 km from Downtown Oakland

Sheila

฿6,608 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

13. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Chelsea

฿4,036 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

14. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Ramamurthy

฿6,276 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

15. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4 km from Downtown Oakland

Jerardo

฿6,091 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

16. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

13.9 km from Downtown Oakland

Tracy

฿3,629 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

17. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.5 km from Downtown Oakland

Nicole

฿7,789 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Nou

฿4,993 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

19. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

10.9 km from Downtown Oakland

Jennifer

฿8,327 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

20. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

7.3 km from Downtown Oakland

Erica

฿6,687 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 571 reviews	View
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 520 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Oakland Marriott City Center	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,016 reviews	View
Oaktown Roost	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 199 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Oakland

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Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

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Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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Piedmont

You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.

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West Oakland

While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.

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South Berkeley

While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.

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Top Downtown Oakland Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location for our visit to San Francisco! We had an amazing view from the 20th floor. The room was very clean, staff were friendly and helpful, and parking was a breeze. We would definitely stay there again."

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8/10 Good

"It is a lovely hotel near the busy Pier 39. Breakfast is amazing, the bed comfortable. The negative is the bathroom not having anywhere to put your stuff! And we always have stuff. The safe is in a cupboard rather than the closet so beware on leaving you don’t forget your valuables. We did and had to return the next day to retrieve. Everyone was very helpful in that regard. My final critique is the old fashioned motel style air conditioner/heater. It is noisy and either blows air on you or is off. Not comfortable when lying in bed. Drafty!"

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

8/10 Good

"The room was nice. We found makeup on our pillow cases and the staff made it right, right away. The biggest bummer was the fact that the pool was across the street. I think Parc55 could do a better job of educating the guests where it is and how to find it. We loved closing out our days at the bar, but wished that breakfast had more options than the buffet."

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Our top choices for Downtown Oakland hotels

1. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

4. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

5. Oakland Marriott City Center

6. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

7. Oaktown Roost

8. Big & Beautiful 6 Bedroom 2.5 Bath

9. Jack London Inn

10. Civic Center Lodge

11. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

12. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

13. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

14. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

15. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

16. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

17. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

19. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

20. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

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