What's it like in Downtown Oakland?

Downtown Oakland is a vibrant neighborhood that travelers like for its theater scene and opera houses. Be sure to check out Oakland City Center and Fox Theater as part of your Downtown Oakland travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Oakland?

Based on our traveler 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 can I expect to find in the Downtown Oakland area?

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked 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 dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Downtown Oakland.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Oakland?

For more information about updating your trip to Downtown Oakland or cancelling it, click here .

What is there to do in this Oakland neighborhood?

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 neighborhood. 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.

Top Downtown Oakland Hotels

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Our top choices for Downtown Oakland hotels

1. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland

Velisa

AED 591 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Ramesh

AED 615 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

3. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

MK

AED 576 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

4. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Esther

AED 504 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

5. Oakland Marriott City Center

Downtown Oakland

Lisa

AED 679 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

6. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Downtown Oakland

Jeannine

AED 414 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

7. Oaktown Roost

Downtown Oakland

Davida

AED 455 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

8. Civic Center Lodge

Downtown Oakland

Wesley

AED 331 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sep - 26 Sep

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

9. Sunny Two Bedroom in Uptown

Downtown Oakland

AED 2,237 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Two Queen Beds) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

10. Jack London Inn

Downtown Oakland

Samantha Xiong

AED 290 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

Comfort Apartment | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

11. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

Downtown Oakland

AED 2,054 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sep - 26 Sep

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

12. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Evelyn

AED 559 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

13. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Ramamurthy

AED 626 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

14. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.2 km from Downtown Oakland

Sheila

AED 717 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

15. Marina Village Inn

2.4 km from Downtown Oakland

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

16. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4 km from Downtown Oakland

Jerardo

AED 610 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Joseph

AED 546 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

18. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

10.9 km from Downtown Oakland

Jennifer

AED 1,059 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

19. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

7.5 km from Downtown Oakland

Myles

AED 605 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

20. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.5 km from Downtown Oakland

Thorsten

AED 705 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Oakland

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Oaktown Roost	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 211 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 575 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Oakland Marriott City Center	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,022 reviews	View

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