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Our top choices for Oakland Zoo hotels

A neatly made bed with a green bedspread, a wooden nightstand with a drawer, a framed picture above the bed, and a door to the left.

1. Harris Motel

Harris Motel
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Oakland Zoo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (571 reviews)
"parking good"
United States
Alexis
The price is Rp1.374.232
Rp1.566.625 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Harris Motel
A room with a bed, a desk, and a window with curtains.

2. Commodore motel

Commodore motel
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Oakland Zoo
6.8 out of 10, (13 reviews)
"The room was clean and the manager was really nice 🙂"
United States
Mortisha
The price is Rp1.441.858
Rp1.643.718 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Commodore motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a television.

3. Parklane Motel

Parklane Motel
2.5 star property
2.3 km from Oakland Zoo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"Small"
United States
Fuhua
The price is Rp1.446.560
Rp1.649.078 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Parklane Motel
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned quilt, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

4. Crown Lodge Motel Oakland

Crown Lodge Motel Oakland
2.0 star property
1.3 km from Oakland Zoo
6.0 out of 10, (139 reviews)
"I'm born and raised here in Oakland and this is still the best motel"
United States
Fatima
The price is Rp2.151.758
Rp2.453.004 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Crown Lodge Motel Oakland
A parking lot with several cars and a sign for Premier Inn & Suites.

5. Premier Inn & Suites

Premier Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Oakland Zoo
2.6 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"No rooms were available,we slept in the car."
United States
Lance
The price is Rp1.644.377
Rp2.039.107 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Premier Inn & Suites
A hotel dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a bar area, and a patterned carpet.

6. Hampton Inn Union City

Hampton Inn Union City
2.5 star property
18.2 km from Oakland Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"One of the top Hampton Inn’s I’ve stayed at will will be staying more. Staff was great and place was very clean"
United States
Thomas
The price is Rp1.912.714
Rp2.181.546 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hampton Inn Union City
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large window.

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport
3.5 star property
Airport District, 5.4 km from Oakland Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (988 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Loved having a bar in the lobby."
United States
Adam
The price is Rp2.505.623
Rp2.911.408 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden dresser with drawers, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.

8. Sonesta Select San Ramon

Sonesta Select San Ramon
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Oakland Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,064 reviews)
"Fantastic stay! The man who checked me in was wonderful!"
United States
Kelly
The price is Rp1.699.708
Rp1.900.780 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Sonesta Select San Ramon
An outdoor seating area with a fire table, wicker furniture, and a bar with bottles.

9. Marriott San Ramon

Marriott San Ramon
4.0 star property
15.8 km from Oakland Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, Excellent location, Beautiful property"
United States
Sujatha
The price is Rp2.296.414
Rp2.499.068 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Marriott San Ramon
A multi-story hotel with a pool, surrounded by greenery and hills.

10. HYATT house San Ramon

HYATT house San Ramon
3.0 star property
14.9 km from Oakland Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the hotel was nice overall."
United States
Winter
The price is Rp2.443.782
Rp2.661.885 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
HYATT house San Ramon
A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

11. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
7.1 km from Oakland Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,903 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and tasty breakfast."
United States
Nadine
The price is Rp1.742.675
Rp1.986.671 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
A stone facade entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a brick-paved area.

12. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG
2.5 star property
Airport District, 5.5 km from Oakland Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel is very nice"
United States
Naga Mallika
The price is Rp1.822.250
Rp2.328.467 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a seating area with modern furniture.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Oakland Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,354 reviews)
"wonderful staff and comfortable room"
United States
Mahbobeh
The price is Rp1.534.833
Rp1.783.398 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
A modern kitchen area with a long counter, multiple appliances, and a dining table with chairs.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport

Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport
3.0 star property
9.1 km from Oakland Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (616 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, easy shuttle from and to airport, great breakfast, room and amenities very comfortable."
United States
Stephanie
The price is Rp2.209.259
Rp2.522.863 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

15. Best Western Danville Sycamore Inn

Best Western Danville Sycamore Inn
2.5 star property
15 km from Oakland Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great hot breakfast everyday"
United States
Richard
The price is Rp2.136.388
Rp2.351.747 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Best Western Danville Sycamore Inn
A modern breakfast area with seating and a counter.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda

Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
2.5 star property
9.1 km from Oakland Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was really nice & clean."
United States
Lilian Antonia
The price is Rp2.209.259
Rp2.522.863 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
A spacious living area with a large sofa set, a coffee table, and a seating area with a lamp and a painting.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
3.0 star property
Airport District, 5 km from Oakland Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,795 reviews)
"Great service cleanliness of the rooms"
United States
Jason Sheldon
The price is Rp1.866.062
Rp2.168.270 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
A modern kitchen with a long island counter, dark cabinetry, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the counter.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Oakland / San Leandro

Hilton Garden Inn Oakland / San Leandro
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Oakland Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Pretty well kept clean hotel perfect for passing through and feeling like a home away from"
United States
Roberto jose
The price is Rp1.630.996
Rp1.862.517 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Oakland / San Leandro
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green abstract wall art, a ceiling fan, and a modern interior design.

19. Extended Stay America Suites San Ramon Bishop Ranch East

Extended Stay America Suites San Ramon Bishop Ranch East
2.5 star property
15.6 km from Oakland Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (857 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Coleen
The price is Rp1.676.021
Rp1.836.408 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Extended Stay America Suites San Ramon Bishop Ranch East
A waterfront residential area with a paved walkway, a row of multi-story buildings with balconies, and a calm body of water reflecting the sky.

20. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
9.7 km from Oakland Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,320 reviews)
"Excellent place"
United States
Ronald
The price is Rp2.339.857
Rp2.718.797 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
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 Oakland Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A neatly made bed with a green bedspread, a wooden nightstand with a drawer, a framed picture above the bed, and a door to the left.
Harris Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
571 reviews
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A room with a bed, a desk, and a window with curtains.
Commodore motel
2.0 star property
6.8
13 reviews
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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a television.
Parklane Motel
2.5 star property
7.0
Good
7 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned quilt, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
Crown Lodge Motel Oakland
2.0 star property
6.0
139 reviews
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A parking lot with several cars and a sign for Premier Inn & Suites.
Premier Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.6
14 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Oakland Zoo

A stone facade entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a brick-paved area.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG
2.5 star property
Airport District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000)
The price is Rp1.822.250
Rp2.328.467 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Other attractions near Oakland Zoo

Rolling hills, scattered trees, and a distant windmill.

East Bay Regional Park District

4.0/10 (2 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at East Bay Regional Park District, a lovely green space in Oakland. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.
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Top Oakland Zoo Hotel Reviews

A reception desk with a geometric patterned wall, a marble countertop, and three side tables with books.
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Downtown Oakland

8/10 Good

Breakfast was great and varied but I hate the use of plastic cutlery and disposable plates - does this make them recyclable? Gym is excellent
United Kingdom
Kristina
Reviewed March 30, 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Frequently Asked Questions

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 23 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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

Commodore motel 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 (1.1 km) from Oakland Zoo. Other good choices close by include Harris Motel and Premier Inn & Suites.

How many hotels will I find close to Oakland Zoo?

Expedia has 23 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 Woodminster Amphitheatre and Altarena Playhouse. 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.