What is Uptown Oakland like?

Uptown Oakland is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its theatres, entertainment choices and live music. Are you looking for Uptown Oakland travel tips? Make sure that you visit Paramount Theatre and Fox Theater while you're in the neighbourhood.

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

Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown is the highest ranked property in Uptown Oakland. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Uptown Oakland?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Oakland, you can choose from 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Uptown Oakland.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Uptown Oakland, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have 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 your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Uptown Oakland.

What is there to do around this Oakland neighbourhood?

Attractions such as Paramount Theatre, Fox Theater and Pan Theater highlight Oakland's cultural scene. Remember Them Champions for Humanity Monument and Museum of Children's Art are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Uptown Oakland include Cathedral of Christ the Light, Children's Fairyland and Oakland City Hall. While you're out sightseeing, Ronald Dellums Federal Building and Oakland City Center are a couple of additional sights to visit in Oakland.

How can I get around Uptown Oakland and the greater Oakland area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? 19th St Station is the closest metro station.

Top 10 Uptown Oakland Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Uptown Oakland hotels

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

1. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Uptown Oakland

MIE

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Uptown Oakland

Saye NA

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A neatly made bed with a tufted headboard, a bedside table with a drawer, and a potted orchid.

3. Sunny Two Bedroom in Uptown

Uptown Oakland

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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

4. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

Uptown Oakland

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple tables and chairs, and large windows offering a view of the street.

5. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Uptown Oakland

Steve

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

6. Oaktown Roost

Downtown Oakland, 1 km from Uptown Oakland

Adrienne

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

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

7. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.8 km from Uptown Oakland

John A

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern reception area with a stone wall and a wooden ceiling.

8. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Ronald

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

9. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Robert

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

10. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

6.4 km from Uptown Oakland

Chase

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

11. Marina Village Inn

3.2 km from Uptown Oakland

frank

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

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

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

7.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Yong

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire pit, and potted plants.

13. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.8 km from Uptown Oakland

Patricia

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

14. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

11.4 km from Uptown Oakland

Joceline

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A stone facade entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a brick-paved area.

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Airport District, 11.3 km from Uptown Oakland

Allan

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio with wooden furniture, a chessboard, and hanging floral decorations.

16. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

25.3 km from Uptown Oakland

Chitla

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

27.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Jonathan

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a cityscape.

18. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

13.2 km from Uptown Oakland

Max

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

19. La Casa Inn

14 km from Uptown Oakland

Kim

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

20. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

13.7 km from Uptown Oakland

Sangeeta Harinarain

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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Compare top hotels in Uptown Oakland

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown 3.5 star property Uptown Oakland View	Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown 3.5 star property Uptown Oakland View	Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center 2.5 star property Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Uptown Oakland View	Oaktown Roost 2.0 star property Downtown Oakland, 1 km from Uptown Oakland View	HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area 3.0 star property 3.8 km from Uptown Oakland View
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Where to stay in Uptown Oakland

Find the best Uptown Oakland areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Uptown Oakland

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Downtown Oakland

Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

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Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

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Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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