Oakland and San Francisco are two of the most visited places in California. Even though both are very close to each other, they could not be more different. You may want to consider Oakland as one of your next vacation destinations in the upcoming months. It has its own history and has experienced a fair share of various social movements. Immerse yourself in their music, food, and culture with various activities. Some of the best things to do here include exploring the neighborhoods, spending the day at the lake, hiking in Redwood Regional Park, and more. On the off chance that you have already booked your plane ticket, scroll down to see our top choices regarding where to stay in Oakland, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
Hotels
1. Oakland Marriott City Center (from USD 249)
The name Marriott doesn’t need any introductions since it is one of the top hotel chains in the entire world. If you are planning to visit Oakland, California, you can never go wrong with Oakland Hotel Marriott City Center. This is conveniently located close to Oakland Museum of California. Furthermore, this accommodation is already connected to the famous Oakland Convention Center, which is located in Central Oakland. In terms of amenities, this property features HBO film channels and car hire services.
Oakland Marriott City Center
Address: 1001 Broadway
6.16 km (3.9 mi) from Temescal Regional Recreation Area
2. Courtyard Oakland Downtown (from USD 184)
Reasonable pricing, good value for the money, but mandatory valet parking is expensive
Clean and stylish rooms, comfortable beds, secure parking, but limited parking spaces
Convenient location close to subway, Amtrak Station, and BART stop, within walking distance to restaurants and Chinatown
Attached restaurant/cafe is expensive and inflexible, no free breakfast, limited dining options within walking distance
On the off chance that you are planning to stay somewhere in downtown Oakland, California, Courtyard Oakland Downtown is the place to be. The best part is that this hotel is only 15 minutes away from Oakland Zoo. Furthermore, it is about 20 minutes away from San Francisco, California. All guest rooms feature highly reliable Wi-Fi. There is also a work desk, as well as a sitting area. You will have access to a coffee maker, and every room comes with cable TV. If you’re coming from Oakland International Airport, you will be happy to know that it is only 15 minutes away from here. Other amenities and facilities you should take note of include parking areas for guests, a swimming pool, non-smoking and smoking rooms, a fitness center, a bar, and more.
Courtyard Oakland Downtown
Address: 988 Broadway
6.24 km (3.9 mi) from Temescal Regional Recreation Area
Apartments
3. Modern 66th Street apartment (from USD 170)
If you’re going to visit Oakland, California, then you should know that your itinerary will be filled to the brim. Thus, you need a place to stay that is conveniently located in one of the best spots in the city. Modern 66th Street Apartment offers you this and more. If you’re planning to stay in the city for more than just a few days, then you may want an accommodation that provides laundry services. Not only do they have a designated area for laundry inside the property, but they also offer them for free. This is a very clean apartment that features rooms complete with private patios. As for its location, it is near the University of California, Berkeley, Fox Theater Oakland, and Oakland International Airport.
Modern 66th Street Apartment
Address: 66th Street
4.46 km (2.8 mi) from Temescal Regional Recreation Area
4. Worry-free parking for this spacious apartment
One of the struggles of visiting a city like Oakland, California is parking. With this apartment in the Grand Lake neighborhood, you no longer have to worry because this spacious property offers its own parking area and a private entrance for guests. Here, you’ll have the entire accommodation for yourself. This one-bedroom rental can comfortably sleep up to two guests. If you’re looking for a no-fuss place to unwind at the end of the day, we highly advise this one.
Oakland, California, United States
3.72 km (2.4 mi) from Temescal Regional Recreation AreaTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wifi worked greatcomfortable chairs and bed nice view clean and well-maintained and a good valuespacious comfortable and had everything we neededthe place is really charming and comfortable and had everything we neededCleanliness:
the apartment was very clean and comfortableeverything was very clean and in working orderit is very clean and well keptjerel's unit was very clean and well appointedapartment was very cleanHost:
jerel was a great hostjerel was a great hostjarel was a great hostjerel is a super hostthe people were so friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fantastic close to good restaurants within walking distancethe location is good and the bus to sf was a 10 min walk awaywalking distance to many great restaurantswe really enjoyed the locationgreat location just out of town
5. Huge windows in a well-lit apartment (from USD 89)
One of the best things about this private accommodation in Oakland is that it is filled with light. Because it features huge windows, you’ll have no problem letting in some natural light. It’s very clean and spacious, too. In 2011, this property was separated into three units, so you’ll have one unit in this 1906 Victorian apartment all to yourself. It includes one bedroom, two beds, and one bathroom that can accommodate up to four guests. Oakland, California is a very historic place, so if you want to truly experience its history, particularly the architectural aspect of the city, then this place is great for you. Parking on the street is free and you’ll enjoy some peace and quiet in this location. Do note that this apartment is located in a neighborhood that is considered transitional, which means that you need to watch out for your belongings when you’re out and about. There are security cameras installed on the front porch, but it’s always best to be aware of your surroundings and never leave anything valuable in your car.
Oakland, California, United States
4.42 km (2.8 mi) from Temescal Regional Recreation AreaSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
fast internet cable tv a full kitchen and a very comfortable bedi had an amazing stay at joe and jades air bnb had enough room for 2 peoplethere was coffee and the kitchen was perfectly equipped for our staywe would strongly recommend jade and joes apartment as an stoping any oakland itinerarythis apartment was a perfect fit for myself and two friends visiting friends in the cityCleanliness:
super cozy and clean apartmentapartment was clean and the whole house is charmingthe house was very clean and comfortablethe place was great clean cozy and confortablethe place was safe clean and stylishHost:
she was a friendly hostwonderful and very responsive hostsjade was a great hostjade was a very friendly host and can solve any problem quicklyjade was a great host who was very easy to communicate withRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walk to the bart stationclose to the bart station & very easy check ineasy walk to the bartcool building and locationgreat location in oakland about a 12 minute walk from the bart
6. Minimalistic apartment at a great price in the perfect location (from USD 68)
This beautifully renovated modern apartment studio is located in one of the most historic places in Oakland, California, so you can’t get a better deal than this. It is super near BART train station, Oakland Convention Center, Lake Merritt, Oakland City Hall, Chinatown, Jack London Square, Fox Theater, Oracle Arena, and more. The neighborhood is very safe, so you can take an evening stroll by the side of the road to fully enjoy your stay in this great city. This rental has a bedroom with one bed and one bath. It can comfortably accommodate up to two guests. You’ll have the entire apartment to yourself, so you can expect some privacy after a day of roaming around the city. The ambiance is very serene, which makes it the perfect choice for a home away from home.
Oakland, California, United States
6.42 km (4.0 mi) from Temescal Regional Recreation AreaAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the place is great value with a comfy bed and all the amenities you could wantalex has equipped the room fully and was very responsive to messagescomfortable bed and amazing sheetsthe bed was comfortable - really soft sheetsCleanliness:
very clean and very cozyvery clean and practical placeexactly as advertised and super cleanthis a clean quiet placevery clean exactly as picturedHost:
great place and great hostawesome place and alex is a great hostnice place and alex was a great hostalex is a great host and the place is just rightand alex is kind enough to send recommendations if neededRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent apartment location in jack londongreat location in old oaklandperfect location between jack london square and downtowngreat location within walking distance of many cool oakland spotsgreat location in old oakland - close to business shopping food
The Oakland scene is diverse
If there is one word to describe this metropolis, it’s definitely diverse. If you visit this place, you’ll never get bored. Enjoy the sights and the various attractions, indulge in some mouth-watering cuisines, meet people from all walks of life, and learn about the amazing and interesting history of the city. At the end of the day, you’ll need to have a great place to unwind after touring the city. Hopefully, we were able to help you find the perfect accommodation with this list of where to stay in Oakland, California.
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