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Our top choices for Lake Merritt hotels

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Oaktown Roost

Oaktown Roost
2.0 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Lake Merritt
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (107 reviews)
"Staff was nice. Smooth check in. "
United States
Tizoc
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Oaktown Roost
Rooftop terrace

Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
1.3 km from Lake Merritt
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (548 reviews)
"Clean room, easy check in, great location! About 5 min walk to restaurants. "
United States
Andrew
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Property amenity

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
1.6 km from Lake Merritt
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (499 reviews)
"Clean Awesome Hospitality "
United States
October
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.2 km from Lake Merritt
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff,nice room,decent breakfast just overall a great place to stay very pleased "
United States
jerel chester
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
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AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
1.6 km from Lake Merritt
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (441 reviews)
"This was a really great stay. Fantastic hotel with great service, and beautiful bay view."
United States
David
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Property amenity

Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland Marriott City Center
4.0 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.5 km from Lake Merritt
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"The room was wonderful and the staff was great. "
United States
Troy
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Oakland Marriott City Center
Lobby lounge

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Lake Merritt
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"I always stay here when in Oakland. Beautiful location on the estuary. View of San Francisco. Clean, nicely appointed lobby and rooms."
United States
Linda
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
View from property

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Lake Merritt
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice stay overall"
United States
AMANDA
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Property entrance

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Lake Merritt
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"It’s a great place to stay; quiet, on the water, and close to everything."
United States
Jay
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Signature Inn Oakland

Signature Inn Oakland
2.0 star property
Piedmont Avenue, 2.8 km from Lake Merritt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (562 reviews)
"the rooms are great and the neighborhood is very nice"
United States
Ana paula
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Signature Inn Oakland
Free daily continental breakfast

Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Lake Merritt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"great location and friendly staff."
United States
Jose
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center
Property grounds

Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero

Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Lake Merritt
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,014 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay here at the Motel 6, the staff were very friendly and accommodating. The room was well kept and serviced. Being by the waterfront was awesome too. My pets got to stay for free and were welcomed. I would recommend and would stay again. "
United States
Celine
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
Exterior

Marina Village Inn

Marina Village Inn
2.0 star property
2.4 km from Lake Merritt
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location and right on the water was great "
United States
Jonathan
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Marina Village Inn
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda

Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda
2.5 star property
2.3 km from Lake Merritt
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean and spotless grounds were well maintained and safe. Breakfast area provided perfect balanced items . Excellent and professional staff."
United States
crystal
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda
Lobby sitting area

Continental Lodge

Continental Lodge
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Lake Merritt
7.0 out of 10, Good, (612 reviews)
"The owner of the hotel, Bob, is very caring and passionate about providing good service to his patrons. It is a pleasure to stay at the Continental. You are in good hands with Bob."
United States
Brian
Continental Lodge
Garden

Bay Bridge Inn

Bay Bridge Inn
2.0 star property
Longfellow, 2.8 km from Lake Merritt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (633 reviews)
"Wonderful place"
United States
Michael
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Bay Bridge Inn
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Two Queen Beds)

Jack London Inn

Jack London Inn
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Lake Merritt
6.8 out of 10, (1,226 reviews)
"room clean and decent, staff was nice"
United States
Zenora
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Jack London Inn
Interior detail

Civic Center Lodge

Civic Center Lodge
2.0 star property
1.2 km from Lake Merritt
6.8 out of 10, (453 reviews)
"The staff was rude and were very disrespectful. "
United States
ishmail
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Civic Center Lodge
Street view

Bayview Motel

Bayview Motel
2.5 star property
Longfellow, 3 km from Lake Merritt
6.6 out of 10, (148 reviews)
"Excellent location relatively close to BART. Nice room. Area around the motel is questionable "
United States
Derek
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Bayview Motel
Fridge, microwave

Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge
2.0 star property
0.7 km from Lake Merritt
5.4 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Do not drive. Bus transportation is close by."
United States
Pinkie
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Econo Lodge
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Merritt

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Reception
Oaktown Roost
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
107 reviews
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Rooftop terrace
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
548 reviews
View
Property amenity
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
499 reviews
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Free daily buffet breakfast
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
Reception
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
441 reviews
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Top Lake Merritt Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great view "
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Hotels near other Lake Merritt attractions

One of many beautiful distractions at Merritt Lake.
Photo by Sara Crotts
Open Photo by Sara Crotts

Lakeside Park and Garden Center

Explore the great outdoors at Lakeside Park and Garden Center, a lovely green space in Oakland. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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Visitors enjoy a sunny day at Oakland Museum of California with views of Chinatown and people relaxing on the grass

Oakland Museum of California

3.9/5 (104 reviews)
Delve into Californian history at this interdisciplinary museum, which features enthralling exhibits of landscape paintings, cultural artifacts and natural science under one roof.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Merritt?
Lake Merritt is located in Oakland. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 107 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Lake Merritt?
Oakland Marriott City Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Merritt. Other good choices within a short distance include Econo Lodge and Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Lake Merritt?
Expedia has 107 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake Merritt.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Merritt, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Lake Merritt.
What can I see and do near Lake Merritt?
Study the collections at Oakland Museum of California, USS Hornet Museum or Chabot Space and Science Center. Fox Theater, Historic Berkeley and Kaiser Convention Center are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at Paramount Theatre, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Greek Theater.