What's the area like around Oakland Zoo?

Oakland Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Oakland known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 21 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Oakland Zoo?

Premier Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Oakland Zoo. Other good choices close by include Harris Motel and Crown Lodge Motel Oakland .

How many hotels will I find close to Oakland Zoo?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Oakland Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Oakland Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Oakland Zoo.

What can I see and do near Oakland Zoo?

Learn about local history at Dunsmuir House and Gardens and Black Panther Party's First Office. You can enjoy live performances at Altarena Playhouse and Woodminster Amphitheatre. Local parks like East Bay Regional Park District, Redwood Regional Park and Joaquin Miller Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

The Best Hotels Closest to Oakland Zoo in Oakland - 2026 Updated Prices

Our top choices for Oakland Zoo hotels

Harris Motel

1.1 km from Oakland Zoo

Demario

฿2,544 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Dec - 23 Dec

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Crown Lodge Motel Oakland

1.2 km from Oakland Zoo

"This was my absolute worst hotels.com experience hands down. The room was so dirty that I tried to cancel my reservation, a first ever. And I’ve stayed in some funky places but this takes the cake. The furniture had crusty stains like 3-D stains, the remote control was covered in some kind of sticky goo, sheets stained, burn holes in the blanket, bathroom was a nightmare. Had to wake up at 4am to catch a flight. There was a prostitute coming in and out of an open room, homeless guy (very nice...

Jessica

฿3,903 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Dec - 23 Dec