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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.
A bar area with a chalkboard listing draft beers, wooden bar stools, and a glass display shelf.
A spacious room with a large sofa, a coffee table with books, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

1. Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
Telegraph District
United States
Tonya
AED 597
AED 791 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
An indoor swimming pool with arched ceilings and a reflection pool.
An architectural corridor with arches and columns, a window with a metal grille, and a view of a garden with a lamp post.
A courtyard with a stone bench, a table with chairs, and various potted plants.
A historic building with a large arched entrance, flanked by two columns and a decorative architrave.

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 Victorian-style house with large windows, a front porch, and a garage.
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.
A spacious living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a coffee table. There is a kitchen area with a dining table and chairs. The room has a large window and a door leading to another room.
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.

3. 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 1,280 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Charming Garden Level Flat and Walk to Beach & Cafes
A modern living space with a kitchen, a grey sectional sofa, a ceiling fan, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a wooden floor, and white cabinetry.
A metal gate with a keypad lock.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and wooden shelves.

4. 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
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Relax at a Charming West Oakland Victorian
An outdoor cafe with brick walls, outdoor seating, and a tree in the foreground.
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.
A spacious bar area with high wooden beams, a brick wall, and a variety of seating options including bar stools and tables.

5. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Richard
AED 856
AED 1,167 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Argonaut Hotel
A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.
A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly decorated lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier.
A large Christmas tree in a lobby with marble columns and ornate ceiling details.
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a vase of white flowers, overlooking a cityscape with a tall building.

6. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Julia
AED 1,028
AED 1,405 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Fairmont San Francisco
A lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and large mirrors.
A high-rise hotel room with a city view, leather sofas, patterned ottomans, and a leopard print rug.
A bar area with a green sofa, red chairs, and a bar counter with bottles.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, sofas, and a staircase.

7. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Amanda
AED 733
AED 1,031 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A spacious hotel lobby with large windows, wooden beams, and a central bar area.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a fireplace, a sofa set, and large windows offering city views.
A spacious room with large windows, two armchairs, a small table with books, and a lamp.

8. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
Union Square
United States
Randall Gray
AED 731
AED 1,004 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and seating areas.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.
A grand hallway with high ceilings, ornate columns, and chandeliers.

9. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
NELSON PEREZ
AED 1,121
AED 1,492 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
A classic red convertible parked in front of a grand hotel with ornate architecture and multiple entrances.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, floral arrangements, and classic furniture.
A breakfast table with plates of food, glasses of orange juice, and a view of a cityscape through a window.
A grand lobby with a large chandelier, floral arrangements, and classic furniture.

10. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Anonymous traveler
AED 676
AED 950 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
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Top Oakland Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean. The bed was extremely comfortable! The staff was super helpful and friendly. Flexible check-in times."
Jaala 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean quiet convenient We plan to stay there again."
Zo 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

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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