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Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.2 km from Lake Merritt
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing staff and room. Breakfast was delicious and had so many options"
United States
Ana
The price is ฿4,178
฿4,855 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
Courtyard

Oaktown Roost

Oaktown Roost
2.0 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Lake Merritt
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Clean. Friendly staff. Cozy space"
United States
Kayleen
The price is ฿3,945
฿4,497 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Oaktown Roost
Property amenity

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
Uptown Oakland, 1.6 km from Lake Merritt
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (532 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay inside "
United States
Hamid
The price is ฿4,966
฿5,770 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Property amenity

Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland Marriott City Center
4.0 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.5 km from Lake Merritt
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great stay loved the location"
United States
Karen
The price is ฿5,521
฿6,423 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Oakland Marriott City Center
Rooftop terrace

Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
1.3 km from Lake Merritt
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (598 reviews)
"Will stay here again"
United States
Raj
The price is ฿6,077
฿8,068 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Reception

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
Uptown Oakland, 1.6 km from Lake Merritt
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (461 reviews)
"Stayed here for one night and it was great! Staff was very friendly, the room had a great view, and was extremely clean! Walking distance from lots of food places. I would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Sara
The price is ฿4,705
฿5,467 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Lake Merritt
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,023 reviews)
"Nice big hotel with a great breakfast and friendly staff. "
United States
Jonathan
The price is ฿4,461
฿5,184 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
Property entrance

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Lake Merritt
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was very clean and the views were excellent"
United States
Ruby
The price is ฿4,467
฿5,191 total
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
View from property

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Lake Merritt
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"All good very good location"
Mexico
Javiera
The price is ฿4,415
฿5,131 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Signature Inn Oakland

Signature Inn Oakland
2.0 star property
Piedmont Avenue, 2.8 km from Lake Merritt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (622 reviews)
"Rooms are clean and colorful, make it a comfortable stay. Car park available, very convenient ."
United States
Ming Han
The price is ฿3,561
฿4,060 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Signature Inn Oakland
Lobby

Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Lake Merritt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"I like that the area that the Ramada is around restaurants, sate seeing down the street to the ferry boat to San Francisco, the staff are friendly, clean rooms, like breakfast, parking safe and convenient, I will be coming to the Ramada went I'm in Oakland hopefully they have a room available."
United States
Maria
The price is ฿3,054
฿3,555 total
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center
Property grounds

Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero

Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Lake Merritt
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"I like the location and view around the Hotel"
United States
Fahim
The price is ฿2,325
฿2,702 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda

Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda
2.5 star property
2.3 km from Lake Merritt
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location food nearby "
United States
Martin
The price is ฿4,443
฿5,070 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda
Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, iron/ironing board

Marina Village Inn

Marina Village Inn
2.0 star property
2.4 km from Lake Merritt
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean and simple hotel in a nice quiet neighborhood, looking out on a marina. Good sized room and comfortable bed. Very helpful staff. Will stay there again."
United States
John
The price is ฿4,166
฿4,749 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Marina Village Inn
Lobby sitting area

Continental Lodge

Continental Lodge
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Lake Merritt
7.0 out of 10, Good, (622 reviews)
"nice and comfortable, great job."
United States
Saul
The price is ฿2,646
฿3,017 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Continental Lodge
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Mosswood, 2.5 km from Lake Merritt
7.4 out of 10, Good, (129 reviews)
"The room has cockroaches. We couldn’t have stayed there and left"
United States
Brodsly
The price is ฿3,757
฿4,283 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Travel Inn
Reception

Bay Bridge Inn

Bay Bridge Inn
2.0 star property
Longfellow, 2.8 km from Lake Merritt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (647 reviews)
"Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Clean room, comfortable bed. Definitely stay there again when in Oakland."
United States
Troxel
The price is ฿2,579
฿2,940 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Bay Bridge Inn
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Two Queen Beds) | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Jack London Inn

Jack London Inn
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Lake Merritt
6.6 out of 10, (1,373 reviews)
"Location is great for traveling in the ferry is a walking distance love it"
United States
EFREN
The price is ฿2,421
฿3,193 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Jack London Inn
Interior detail

Civic Center Lodge

Civic Center Lodge
2.0 star property
1.2 km from Lake Merritt
6.6 out of 10, (465 reviews)
"It’s not clean enough "
United States
Anubhav
The price is ฿2,581
฿2,942 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Civic Center Lodge
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bayview Motel

Bayview Motel
2.5 star property
Longfellow, 3 km from Lake Merritt
6.6 out of 10, (157 reviews)
"It was clean and staff was nice "
United States
Katherine
The price is ฿2,940
฿3,352 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Bayview Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Merritt

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
City view from property
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,006 reviews
View
Courtyard
Oaktown Roost
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
151 reviews
View
Property amenity
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
532 reviews
View
Property amenity
Oakland Marriott City Center
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,008 reviews
View
Rooftop terrace
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
598 reviews
View

Top Lake Merritt Hotel Reviews

Jack London Inn

Jack London Inn

4/10 Poor
"The property was not well maintained. The property could use some upgrade in facilities. The shower in the bathroom was making sounds."
Simran 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Jack London Inn

Hotels near other Lake Merritt attractions

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Lakeside Park and Garden Center

4.4/5 (3 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Lakeside Park and Garden Center, a lovely green space in Oakland. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Merritt?
Lake Merritt is located in Oakland. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 98 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Lake Merritt?
Oakland Marriott City Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Merritt. Other good choices within a short distance include Econo Lodge Oakland Lake Merritt Area and Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Lake Merritt?
Expedia has 98 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake Merritt.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Merritt, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Lake Merritt.
What can I see and do near Lake Merritt?
Study the collections at Oakland Museum of California, USS Hornet Museum or Chabot Space and Science Center. Fox Theater, Historic Berkeley and Kaiser Convention Center are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at Paramount Theatre, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Greek Theater.