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, 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 center.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Oakland area?

Expedia has 35 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 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 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, 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.

Top Downtown Oakland Hotels

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Our top choices for Downtown Oakland hotels

1. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland

Armondo

AED 521 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

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. Oakland Marriott City Center

Downtown Oakland

Lisa

AED 577 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

5. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Esther

AED 504 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

6. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Downtown Oakland

Jeannine

AED 469 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

7. Oaktown Roost

Downtown Oakland

Earl

AED 469 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

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

8. Jack London Inn

Downtown Oakland

Samantha Xiong

AED 296 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

9. Civic Center Lodge

Downtown Oakland

Ruben

AED 331 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sep - 16 Sep

Superior Duplex, Non Smoking, Patio | Living area | 75-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services

10. 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

AED 3,742 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sep - 16 Sep

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

11. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

Downtown Oakland

AED 2,054 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sep - 16 Sep

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

12. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Chelsea

AED 448 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

13. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4 km from Downtown Oakland

Jerardo

AED 680 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

14. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.2 km from Downtown Oakland

Sheila

AED 734 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

15. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Ramamurthy

AED 663 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

16. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

7.3 km from Downtown Oakland

Erica

AED 746 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Nou

AED 557 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

18. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

10.9 km from Downtown Oakland

Jennifer

AED 929 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

19. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

11 km from Downtown Oakland

Juan

AED 1,245 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

20. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

11.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Supriya

AED 597 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

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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	9.4 573 573 reviews	View
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 522 522 reviews	View
Oaktown Roost	2.0 star property	9.0 203 203 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center	2.5 star property	9.0 1005 1,005 reviews	View
Oakland Marriott City Center	4.0 star property	9.0 1006 1,006 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Oakland

Find the best Downtown Oakland areas and neighborhoods 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

The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are a few top sights nearby.

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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

Major West Coast port and trade center, this bustling area boasts the busiest port in Northern California, surrounded by a picturesque landscape of coastal terrace prairie, oak woodland, and north coastal scrub.

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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

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

8/10 Good

"My room was impeccably clean. The mattress, pillows, sheets and cover were of special upgraded quality. The staff was friendly. The only concern would be that the bar and restaurant have never reopened after covid. They make up for it with super coffees, teas, apples and delicious cookies. There is a nice restaurant next door. The price to stay is so reasonable."