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, 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, 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 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, Old Oakland and Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts 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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1. Oakland Marriott City Center

Downtown Oakland

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

2. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland

Armondo

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

3. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Downtown Oakland

Jeannine

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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

4. Oaktown Roost

Downtown Oakland

Earl

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Esther

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Ramesh

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

7. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

MK

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

8. Jack London Inn

Downtown Oakland

Samantha Xiong

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

10. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

Downtown Oakland

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A living room with a brick fireplace, a sofa with patterned cushions, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

11. Big & Beautiful 6 Bedroom 2.5 Bath

Downtown Oakland

"This property had a double-booking issue. When we arrived on September 7, other guests were already staying in the house, and they showed us their valid Expedia booking until September 13. We attempted to contact the host via calls and messages, but received no response at all. We reached out to Expedia customer service immediately, yet the situation was not resolved. We were forced to book a new hotel last minute, which brought unexpected extra costs. In the end, Expedia did not provide any...

Walter

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

12. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Chelsea

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

13. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.2 km from Downtown Oakland

Sheila

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

14. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Ramamurthy

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

15. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4 km from Downtown Oakland

Jerardo

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Nou

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

17. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

10.9 km from Downtown Oakland

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

18. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.5 km from Downtown Oakland

Nicole

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

19. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

7.3 km from Downtown Oakland

Erica

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

20. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

11.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Supriya

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Oakland

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 573 reviews	View
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 520 reviews	View
Oakland Marriott City Center	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Oaktown Roost	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 202 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Oakland

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

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Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Historic Berkeley. 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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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 DeFremery Park 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

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel and stay was excellent. The hotel is lovely the location is perfect. The view was nice too over looking the bay. It was quiet and safe, plus we were not that far from the sights. We would definitely stay here again."

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were so lucky to choose the Handlery Hotel on our first visit to San Francisco. The location was perfect! Down the road from every kind of transit & most importantly, steps from the Nintendo Store! We had a two queen suite & to our surprise a sliding glass door that revealed a beautiful view of the city. Not quite a balcony, but very close & we loved it so much. There was even a vanity which came in handy with teenage girls. The hotel itself had two sections and we were in the Premier section. There was two flights of stairs to take with all our luggage & a vintage elevator that no one could figure out how to use, so up the stairs we went. At least at the top we got to walk by the heated, outdoor pool. We didn’t have time to enjoy it, but we saw other guests having a great time. The staff were friendly and polite and brought up extra amenities quickly when asked. We would 100% stay at this hotel again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

8/10 Good

"Nice boutique-hotel, good location, close to bus stops or can easily get a Uber. Yes it's close to the Tenderloin neighborhood but I never felt unsafe. Staff was helpful. We appreciated the coffee machine in the lobby. Room was also good overall, spacious and clean would have appreciated and extra chair. A fridge is provided which is a major plus. Shower curtain had littler holes in it. Nothing major but can easily be changes. The bed itself was comfortable and perfectly fine. One small thing I didn’t particularly like was the bedding setup: the comforter was placed between two flat sheets rather than being enclosed in a duvet cover. Overall, I'd say that I recommend this hotel. It's all about managing expectations"

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Our top choices for Downtown Oakland hotels

1. Oakland Marriott City Center

2. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

3. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

4. Oaktown Roost

5. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

7. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

8. Jack London Inn

9. Civic Center Lodge

10. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

11. Big & Beautiful 6 Bedroom 2.5 Bath

12. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

13. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

14. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

15. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

17. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

18. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

19. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

20. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

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