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1. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Easy check in process and rooms were spacious and clean."
United States
Joanna
The price is Rp2.042.636
Rp2.373.440 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
Reception

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Oakland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (482 reviews)
"Beautiful modern hotel."
United States
Latrece
The price is Rp2.419.335
Rp2.811.146 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Property amenity

3. Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland Marriott City Center
4.0 star property
Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great staff and security... and that's about all there is to say."
United States
SCOTT
The price is Rp2.275.967
Rp2.649.979 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Oakland Marriott City Center
Property amenity

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Oakland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (547 reviews)
"Hotel room was very nice, bartender was also great."
United States
Morgaine
The price is Rp2.419.335
Rp2.811.146 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
View from property

5. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Oakland
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 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 Rp2.117.366
Rp2.460.273 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Courtyard

6. Oaktown Roost

Oaktown Roost
2.0 star property
Downtown Oakland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (175 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay, good food in the vicinity of you look for it. Feels safe."
United States
Azel Micah
The price is Rp1.947.475
Rp2.220.053 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Oaktown Roost
Lobby

7. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"I liked the cleanroom, staff was courteous and will spoken, breakfast was good, parking was okay"
United States
Mariaia
The price is Rp1.557.693
Rp1.813.076 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Two Queen Beds) | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

8. Jack London Inn

Jack London Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Oakland
6.6 out of 10, (1,439 reviews)
"Staff was excellent."
United States
Thomas
The price is Rp1.256.621
Rp1.460.203 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Jack London Inn
Interior detail

9. 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 Rp1.415.580
Rp1.613.786 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Civic Center Lodge
Terrace/patio

10. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
4.5 km from Downtown Oakland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,233 reviews)
"A very pretty hotel in a great location right near the bay."
United States
Arkansas
The price is Rp2.630.444
Rp2.951.227 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Exterior

11. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
4.2 km from Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,035 reviews)
"Wonderful clean and safe we loved the full breakfast staff was great to"
United States
Maggie
The price is Rp2.867.360
Rp3.217.035 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

12. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,131 reviews)
"Breakfast wonderful room was great !"
United States
Susan
The price is Rp2.574.172
Rp2.991.015 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
Balcony

13. 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, (2,612 reviews)
"our stay was good it was nice for a quick over night resting area the rooms were nice"
United States
Alondra
The price is Rp2.034.392
Rp2.319.157 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

14. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
4 km from Downtown Oakland
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,579 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay."
United States
richard
The price is Rp2.544.782
Rp3.056.068 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Exterior

15. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
8.1 km from Downtown Oakland
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (4,935 reviews)
"A great stay at a great location."
United States
Blythe
The price is Rp2.365.555
Rp2.725.001 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Sports facility

16. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
4.4 km from Downtown Oakland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 reviews)
"Hotel was great and options of food to eat are lots."
Canada
Deogracias
The price is Rp2.885.281
Rp3.237.141 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Lobby sitting area

17. 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, (7,535 reviews)
"The staff was very pleasant and helpful, it was very centrally located and the breakfast was excellent."
United States
Susan
The price is Rp3.385.336
Rp4.722.716 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Courtyard

18. 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, (3,037 reviews)
"Location was perfect for what my family was doing that weekend"
United States
oscar
The price is Rp1.992.815
Rp2.265.732 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Bar (on property)

19. Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill
3.0 star property
24.4 km from Downtown Oakland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,385 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Jessie
The price is Rp2.311.809
Rp2.639.970 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill
Lobby

20. Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
23.9 km from Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,648 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Gerard
The price is Rp2.080.628
Rp2.477.126 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hotel Aura SFO
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Oakland

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Property amenity
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
547 reviews
View
Courtyard
Oaktown Roost
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
175 reviews
View
Reception
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
482 reviews
View
Property amenity
Oakland Marriott City Center
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View
City view from property
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,008 reviews
View

Where to stay in Downtown Oakland

Find the best Downtown Oakland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.

San Antonio

If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu are top sights worth seeing.

Top Downtown Oakland Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

8/10 Good
"Staff is friendly, clean room is clean"
Jeffrey 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel

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 Old Oakland 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 is a short 14-minute walk from Jack London Square, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre.
How many hotels are there in the Downtown Oakland area?
Expedia has 35 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, Museum of Children's Art and Plank while you're out sightseeing in Downtown Oakland. You could also plan a visit to Oakland City Center or Old Oakland while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Oakland include Oakland Tribune Tower, Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail and Oakland City Hall. When you're sightseeing in Oakland, Ronald Dellums Federal Building 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.