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, Jack London Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Oakland. This hotel is steps from Jack London Square, and offers free breakfast and free parking.

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Oakland area?

Expedia has 36 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.

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A modern hotel room with a dining area, two seating areas, and a view of the city.

1. Oakland Marriott City Center

Downtown Oakland

Diego

Rp3.131.424 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A reception desk with a geometric patterned wall, a marble countertop, and three side tables with books.

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

MIE

Rp2.476.208 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

3. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland

Steve

Rp2.047.699 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern interior with a central round table surrounded by chairs, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with a yellow table.

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Ramesh

Rp2.665.072 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

5. Oaktown Roost

Downtown Oakland

Davida

Rp2.141.193 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A reception area with wooden reception desks, a check-in counter, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a metal cart.

6. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Downtown Oakland

Adys

Rp1.947.591 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A landscaped outdoor area with a stone pathway, a large decorative urn, and various shrubs and trees.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

david

Rp2.479.357 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A living room with a brown leather sofa, patterned cushions, a woven side table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

8. Sunny Two Bedroom in Uptown

Downtown Oakland

Rp11.000.346 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, teal walls, and a door leading to a bathroom.

9. Civic Center Lodge

Downtown Oakland

Ruben

Rp1.622.881 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a wall art piece, and a window with curtains.

10. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

Downtown Oakland

Rp10.977.201 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a large mirror.

11. Jack London Inn

Downtown Oakland

Sandra

Rp1.382.078 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.5 km from Downtown Oakland

Richard

Rp2.877.852 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

13. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

12.3 km from Downtown Oakland

Jessica

Rp4.606.564 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

14. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

10.9 km from Downtown Oakland

Heather

Rp4.112.982 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

15. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

13.3 km from Downtown Oakland

Sebastian Pablo

Rp2.529.484 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a green awning, a 'No Parking' sign, and a 'Restaurant & Bar' sign.

16. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

12.2 km from Downtown Oakland

Jinyu

Rp2.024.951 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

17. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Elianna

Rp3.079.888 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

18. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

11 km from Downtown Oakland

MELISSA

Rp3.783.518 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

19. Comfort Inn by the Bay

13.5 km from Downtown Oakland

Crystal

Rp2.193.590 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.

20. Galleria Park Hotel

11.7 km from Downtown Oakland

Joseph

Rp3.581.742 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Oakland

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Oaktown Roost	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 220 reviews	View
Oakland Marriott City Center	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 544 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 588 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,022 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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A cityscape with a prominent building featuring a spire and golden lights, set against a backdrop of a sunset sky and distant mountains.

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

"Very nice stay. Parking on site was extremely accessible and such a bonus in the city. I purchased my parking ahead of time on here and it was worth it! Check in was easy and staff was very helpful. Our room was clean and very comfortable. Very walkable to restaurants and grocery in the area. We will stay here again!"

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was almost excellent, at arrival you are sent an email with your room code ours was 6-8 digits I cant remember but it is also the code to enter the hotel after hours. I was waiting for food delivery and my phone died the lady at the front desk watched me leave the lobby take my food from the delivery guy and turn to come back in and it was locked I gestured to her I couldn't get in and the reply was shrugging of her shoulders as if to say "to bad" I held up my phone to show it was dead and got nothing it took another guy there to walk over and let me back in (very disappointed in that part) other then this one incident the stay was great, the rooms and place all together was clean and inviting and the staff where very helpful at check-in and to give directions to parking Great place would recommend Parking is close about 2 blocks away at roughly $50/day (this part has nothing to do with the hotel)"

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Our top choices for Downtown Oakland hotels

1. Oakland Marriott City Center

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

3. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

5. Oaktown Roost

6. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

7. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

8. Sunny Two Bedroom in Uptown

9. Civic Center Lodge

10. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

11. Jack London Inn

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

13. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

14. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

15. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

16. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

17. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

18. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

19. Comfort Inn by the Bay

20. Galleria Park Hotel

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