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, Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail, and Oakland City Hall. When you're sightseeing in Oakland, Ronald Dellums Federal Building 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

Armondo

AED 521 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

2. Oakland Marriott City Center

Downtown Oakland

Lisa

AED 505 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Ramesh

AED 576 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

4. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Nancy

AED 504 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

5. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

MK

AED 504 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

6. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Downtown Oakland

Jeannine

AED 396 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 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 273 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

Superior Duplex, Non Smoking, Patio | Living area

9. Big & Beautiful 6 Bedroom 2.5 Bath

Downtown Oakland

AED 3,742 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

10. Civic Center Lodge

Downtown Oakland

Ruben

AED 331 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sep - 8 Sep

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

11. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

Downtown Oakland

AED 2,054 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

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

12. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Ronald William Christopher

AED 423 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sep - 11 Sep

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

13. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4 km from Downtown Oakland

Ildefonso

AED 560 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sep - 12 Sep

14. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.2 km from Downtown Oakland

Sheila

AED 655 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

15. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Daniel

AED 626 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

16. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

7.3 km from Downtown Oakland

Naomi

AED 608 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sep - 8 Sep

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Ariona

AED 557 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

18. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

10.9 km from Downtown Oakland

Jennifer

AED 914 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sep - 19 Sep

19. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

11 km from Downtown Oakland

Rajdeep

AED 1,116 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

20. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

11.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Kathleen

AED 575 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sep - 8 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 Exceptional 565 reviews	View
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 516 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 197 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,025 reviews	View

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