What's it like in Downtown Oakland?

Downtown Oakland is a metropolitan neighbourhood that travellers like for its theatre scene and opera houses. Make sure that you visit Oakland City Center and Fox Theater as part of your Downtown Oakland travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Oakland?

Based on our traveller data, Jack London Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Oakland. This hotel is steps from Jack London Square, and offers free breakfast and free parking.

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Oakland area?

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Oakland.

What is there to do in this Oakland neighbourhood?

Be sure to get some family photos at Oakland Museum of California, Plank and Lakeside Park and Garden Center 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 neighbourhood. 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, Museum of Children's Art 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 10 Downtown Oakland Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Downtown Oakland hotels

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1. Oakland Marriott City Center

Downtown Oakland

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

2. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland

Lloyd

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A landscaped outdoor area with a stone pathway, a large decorative urn, and various shrubs and trees.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

david

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A reception desk with a geometric patterned wall, a marble countertop, and three side tables with books.

4. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

MK

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

5. Oaktown Roost

Downtown Oakland

Davida

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern interior with a central round table surrounded by chairs, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with a yellow table.

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Downtown Oakland

Ramesh

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception area with wooden reception desks, a check-in counter, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a metal cart.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Downtown Oakland

Jeannine

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a large mirror.

8. Jack London Inn

Downtown Oakland

Samantha Xiong

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, teal walls, and a door leading to a bathroom.

9. Civic Center Lodge

Downtown Oakland

Wesley

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A corner room with a brown leather sofa, a green armchair, a small wooden side table, a woven stool, and a window with blinds.

10. Sunny Two Bedroom in Uptown

Downtown Oakland

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a wall art piece, and a window with curtains.

11. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

Downtown Oakland

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

12. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Ramamurthy

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Martin

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

14. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.5 km from Downtown Oakland

Troy

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

15. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.1 km from Downtown Oakland

Evelyn

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

16. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.2 km from Downtown Oakland

Sheila

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

17. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4 km from Downtown Oakland

Tamy

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern interior with a central walkway, wooden ceiling beams, and hanging pendant lights.

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek

23.3 km from Downtown Oakland

Maya

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier, and a clear sky.

19. Marina Village Inn

2.4 km from Downtown Oakland

Chris

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

20. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

7.3 km from Downtown Oakland

Erica

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Oakland

Property	Property class	Guest rating
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 532 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 580 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Oaktown Roost	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 214 reviews	View
Oakland Marriott City Center	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,018 reviews	View

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