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Check availability on Oakland Historic Hotels

Tonight
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Tomorrow
27 Oct - 28 Oct
This weekend
30 Oct - 1 Nov
Next weekend
6 Nov - 8 Nov

Our top choices for Oakland historic hotels

A traditional interior with patterned walls, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a large globe chandelier.
A hallway with patterned walls, a tiled floor, a chandelier, and a door leading outside.
Lobby
A bar area with a chalkboard listing draft beers, wooden bar stools, and a glass display shelf.

1. Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
Telegraph District
United States
Tonya
AED 571
AED 762 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
An indoor swimming pool with arched ceilings and a reflection pool.
A historic building with a large arched entrance, flanked by two columns and a decorative architrave.
A library with bookshelves, a fireplace, and seating areas.
A courtyard with a stone bench, a table with chairs, and various potted plants.

2. Berkeley City Club

Berkeley City Club
Telegraph District
United States
Brett
AED 777
AED 893 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Berkeley City Club
A modern living space with a kitchen, a grey sectional sofa, a ceiling fan, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A patio with a glass table and chairs, a wooden deck, and a fenced backyard.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and wooden shelves.
A metal gate with a keypad lock.

3. Relax at a Charming West Oakland Victorian

Relax at a Charming West Oakland Victorian
West Oakland
United States
vivian
AED 515
AED 1,119 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Relax at a Charming West Oakland Victorian
A Victorian-style house with large windows, a front porch, and a garage.
A spacious living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a small table with a lamp. There is a kitchen area with a bar stool and a wooden chair.
A patio with brick flooring, white rocking chairs, and potted plants.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a white sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with two chairs and a small table.

4. Charming Garden Level Flat and Walk to Beach & Cafes

Charming Garden Level Flat and Walk to Beach & Cafes
West Alameda
United States
Eileen S.
AED 661
AED 1,291 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Charming Garden Level Flat and Walk to Beach & Cafes
An outdoor cafe with brick walls, outdoor seating, and a tree in the foreground.
A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a sailboat and a building with multiple stories.
A bar area with three black barstools, a wooden counter, and a shelf stocked with liquor bottles.
A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a tray of food, a lamp, and a view of the city through a window.

5. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Vickie
AED 600
AED 867 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Argonaut Hotel
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A two-story house with a front porch, a staircase, and a brick chimney.
A building with a white exterior, a balcony with white railings, and a door with decorative glass panels.
Living area

6. Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay

Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay
California Park
United States
Jessica
AED 422
AED 905 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay
A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a vase of white flowers, overlooking a cityscape with a tall building.
A modern hotel room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape.
A large Christmas tree in a lobby with marble columns and ornate ceiling details.

7. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Miguel
AED 918
AED 1,275 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Fairmont San Francisco
A balcony with wicker furniture, a potted plant, and a view of city buildings.
A classic red convertible parked in front of a grand hotel with ornate architecture and multiple entrances.
A spacious living room with a large window offering a city view, a chandelier, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase.

8. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United Kingdom
Scott
AED 584
AED 841 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
A wooden rocking chair with a cushion and a small table with a flower vase on a porch.
A modern house with a large glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a swimming pool.
A spacious indoor area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a staircase.
A bar with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

9. Cavallo Point

Cavallo Point
Sausalito
United States
Charles
AED 1,870
AED 2,385 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Cavallo Point
A lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and large mirrors.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, sofas, and a staircase.
A high-rise hotel room with a city view, leather sofas, patterned ottomans, and a leopard print rug.
A spacious library with wooden bookshelves, comfortable seating, and large windows allowing natural light.

10. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Cristina
AED 619
AED 898 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
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Top Oakland Hotel Reviews

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

8/10 Good
"Waterview is cool Shuttle to ferry by appointment but return from ferry by ride share Hotel location is easy to get to town and highway"
Keith 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club

8/10 Good
"The place is great and old"
matt 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Claremont Resort & Club
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

8/10 Good
"The bedding was not that comfortable- just a blanket. For a nicer hotel, would have expected a comforter. Our room key did not work twice. Oddly it worked at first, then stopped working. Had to go down to rekey."
Lisa 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Good quality cafe, comfortable public spaces"
Sarah 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

8/10 Good
"Super nice very clean staff very helpful"
Jasmine 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland Marriott City Center

10/10 Excellent
"This is our second time staying here, and it was excellent with close proximity to everything"
Diego 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Oakland Marriott City Center

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Oakland?
The historical sites in Oakland are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. And while you're here, you can check out the renowned opera and great live music. You can also relish a trip to the charming cafes.
What's the best accommodation in Oakland to absorb the local history?
Based on our travel expertise, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is a top historic hotel bookable on Expedia and it features free WiFi. Fox Theater is a short 9-minute drive away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Berkeley City Club and Coastal Zen Den.
How many historical hotels are there in Oakland?
In Oakland, there are 1192 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia, including 5 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.
What are the most important historical places and other sights to visit in Oakland?
Oakland is notable for landmarks like Fox Theater, Grand Lake Theater, and USS Hornet Museum. Known for its theaters and live music, cultural venues include Paramount Theatre, Oakland Museum of California, and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. San Francisco Bay is another popular sight to explore.
What is a historic hotel like in Oakland?
Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a place that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Oakland, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Oakland have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the amenities you'd find in a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. When you book a historic hotel in Oakland, it doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's uncomfortable for guests or rundown.

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