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Courtyard

Oaktown Roost

Oaktown Roost
2.0 star property
Downtown Oakland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (166 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay, good food in the vicinity of you look for it. Feels safe."
United States
Azel Micah
The price is ฿3,624
฿4,131 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Oaktown Roost
Reception

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Oakland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (472 reviews)
"loved the breakfast and efficiency of the staff"
Canada
Revaya
The price is ฿4,486
฿5,213 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
City view from property

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was super spacious and clean. Hotel is conveniently located near BART station and the Chinese food options nearby are amazing. I would stay here again for sure!!"
United States
JOSEPHINE
The price is ฿4,060
฿4,718 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
Property amenity

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Oakland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (545 reviews)
"Hotel room was very nice, bartender was also great."
United States
Morgaine
The price is ฿4,220
฿4,904 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Property amenity

Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland Marriott City Center
4.0 star property
Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Great stay loved the location"
United States
Karen
The price is ฿4,752
฿5,530 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Oakland Marriott City Center
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
Downtown Oakland
6.6 out of 10, (1,420 reviews)
"Ok room for the price not the best it gets the job done nice helpful staff."
United States
Tariq
The price is ฿2,592
฿3,012 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Jack London Inn
View from property

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Oakland
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean place to stay, not so quiet but understandable considering the location. I’d suggest using Valet parking, super easy drop off."
United States
Kimberly
The price is ฿3,926
฿4,562 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Lobby

Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I liked the cleanroom, staff was courteous and will spoken, breakfast was good, parking was okay"
United States
Mariaia
The price is ฿3,391
฿3,947 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center
Interior detail

Civic Center Lodge

Civic Center Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown Oakland
6.6 out of 10, (467 reviews)
"This is a very standard motel, not the best location, but the important thing that it is near the BART station just minutes away. So if you’re going to San Francisco, it’s a good location to stay."
United States
Ruben
The price is ฿2,625
฿2,992 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Civic Center Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
12.5 km from Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,503 reviews)
"Great location and good breakfast"
United States
julian
The price is ฿4,952
฿7,197 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Terrace/patio

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
24.3 km from Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,885 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, great stay"
United States
Benjamin
The price is ฿5,290
฿5,965 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Courtyard

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
4.0 star property
24.6 km from Downtown Oakland
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,020 reviews)
"Awseome place to stay, Good breakfast"
United States
Satish
The price is ฿4,249
฿4,832 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Exterior

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
24.2 km from Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,238 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location near the airport with reliable shuttle services. The hotel is clean and the rooms are comfortable."
United States
George
The price is ฿4,635
฿5,328 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
Balcony

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
13.9 km from Downtown Oakland
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,549 reviews)
"Everything was amazing, including the breakfast!!"
United States
Maria
The price is ฿2,544
฿2,900 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Lobby

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
23.9 km from Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,640 reviews)
"breakfast was good, excellent location"
United States
Byron
The price is ฿3,571
฿4,265 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hotel Aura SFO
Coffee shop

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
10.9 km from Downtown Oakland
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,541 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and the place was beautiful!"
United States
David Corrie
The price is ฿7,942
฿9,348 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
11 km from Downtown Oakland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,210 reviews)
"Great staff, clean and modern rooms, solid breakfast."
United States
Kama
The price is ฿5,327
฿6,269 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
12.9 km from Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,667 reviews)
"Had a blast enjoyed my stay."
United States
Victor Louis
The price is ฿4,905
฿7,376 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Lobby

Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport
3.5 star property
24.2 km from Downtown Oakland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,018 reviews)
"Rooms were nice and clean and staff were very friendly. "
Canada
Jean
The price is ฿3,862
฿4,538 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport
Ballroom

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
3.5 star property
24.5 km from Downtown Oakland
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,205 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
marion
The price is ฿5,472
฿6,222 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
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Where to stay in Downtown Oakland

Find the best Downtown Oakland areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Oakland
Learn more about Downtown Oakland
The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, large windows, and a visible street with cars and a cyclist.

Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. 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.

A busy street with cars, a Grand Lake Theatre sign, and various shops.

Piedmont

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

An aerial view of a coastal city with a large bay, a peninsula with sparse vegetation, and a distant urban skyline.

Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

A harbor with a large ship, a marina, and a cityscape in the background.

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.

A terraced garden with various flowers and trees.
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North Berkeley

While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.

Top Downtown Oakland Hotel Reviews

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Very good location- Friendly staff and well maintained and welcoming facilities"
Teresa 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Frequently asked questions

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 Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail 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 offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre.
How many hotels are there in the Downtown Oakland area?
Expedia has 34 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 Museum of Children's Art while you're out sightseeing in Downtown Oakland. You could also plan a visit to Oakland City Center or Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail 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, Old Oakland and Fox Theater 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.