What is Uptown Oakland like?

Uptown Oakland is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its theatres, entertainment choices and live music. Are you looking for Uptown Oakland travel tips? Make sure that you visit Paramount Theatre and Fox Theater while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Uptown Oakland?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown is the highest ranked property in Uptown Oakland. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Uptown Oakland?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Oakland, you can choose from 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Uptown Oakland.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Uptown Oakland, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it 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 view the best deals in Uptown Oakland.

What is there to do around this Oakland neighbourhood?

Attractions such as Paramount Theatre, Fox Theater and Pan Theater highlight Oakland's cultural scene. Remember Them Champions for Humanity Monument and Museum of Children's Art are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Uptown Oakland include Cathedral of Christ the Light, Children's Fairyland and Oakland City Hall. While you're out sightseeing, Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail and Ronald Dellums Federal Building are a couple of additional sights to visit in Oakland.

How can I get around Uptown Oakland and the greater Oakland area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? 19th St Station is the closest metro station.

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1. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Uptown Oakland

Jenna

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Uptown Oakland

MK

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

3. Big & Beautiful 6 Bedroom 2.5 Bath

Uptown Oakland

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

4. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

Uptown Oakland

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

5. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Uptown Oakland

Armondo

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

6. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Ronald William Christopher

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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

7. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.8 km from Uptown Oakland

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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

8. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.4 km from Uptown Oakland

Ildefonso

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

9. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.6 km from Uptown Oakland

Sheila

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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

10. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

6.4 km from Uptown Oakland

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

11. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

11.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire feature, and umbrellas.

12. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

4 km from Uptown Oakland

Caroll

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

7.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Ariona

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

14. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.8 km from Uptown Oakland

Maribeth

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

15. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

13 km from Uptown Oakland

Miren

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

An outdoor patio area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a decorative metal sculpture.

16. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

12.8 km from Uptown Oakland

Lissa

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

17. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

11.4 km from Uptown Oakland

Rajdeep

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

18. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

12.7 km from Uptown Oakland

cynthia lee

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

19. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

11.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Brittney

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a wine bottle.

20. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

14.9 km from Uptown Oakland

Radu

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Where to stay in Uptown Oakland

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Downtown Oakland

Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

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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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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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Top Uptown Oakland Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8/10 Good

"Parking was very tight but that is to be expected in a San Francisco parking garage. Staff was not helpful and refused to give me a water bottle when requested. Other than that the experience was delightful."

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1. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

3. Big & Beautiful 6 Bedroom 2.5 Bath

4. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

5. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

6. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

7. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

8. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

9. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

10. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

11. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

12. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

14. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

15. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

16. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

17. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

18. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

19. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

20. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Where to stay in Uptown Oakland

Downtown Oakland

Downtown Berkeley

Albany

Piedmont

West Oakland

Top Uptown Oakland Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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