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Oakland, CA
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Visit Oakland
Where to stay in Oakland
Downtown Oakland
3.5/5(342 area reviews)
Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit.
Downtown Berkeley
4/5(147 area reviews)
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. 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.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
North Berkeley
4/5(14 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.
Albany
The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are a few top sights nearby.
South Berkeley
While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 539 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
SAR 539
SAR 621 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,101 reviews)
Ideal launching spot for Bay Area exploration.
"Nice, clean and comfortable hotel in a great location for exploring the Bay Area. A little dated looking but well maintained."
Reviewed on 17 July 2025
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
68 Monarch Bay Dr, San Leandro, CA
Book a stay at this golf hotel in San Leandro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,009 reviews)
"Great place for the price"
Reviewed on 20 July 2025
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
1800 Powell Street, Emeryville, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 475 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
SAR 475
SAR 533 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Emeryville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,197 reviews)
"Good"
Reviewed on 17 July 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
400 Park St, Alameda, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,767 reviews)
"Everything could use a fresh paint job otherwise kept up nicely."
Reviewed on 11 July 2025
Charming baseball themed 2-story building with cable TV, wi-fi & stereo system.
Berkeley
Stay at this vacation home in Berkeley. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Berkeley Marina and Greek Theater are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Great place
"Loved the place, great host. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 13 July 2025
A Gem in the San Francisco Bay
Emeryville
Stay at this vacation home in Emeryville. Enjoy patios and in-room jetted tubs. Popular attractions Berkeley Marina and Greek Theater are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
"It was very nice. Check-in and check-out was easy. Host was very nice. Everything was in good condition. All went well."
Reviewed on 21 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
4.5/5(393 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Oakland with a stop at Jack London Square. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
University of California, Berkeley
4.5/5(1,403 reviews)
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Berkeley, during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland Arena
4/5(1,232 reviews)
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
4/5(210 reviews)
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Greek Theater
4/5(74 reviews)
You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Oakland Zoo
4/5(7 reviews)
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Oakland Zoo during your trip to Oakland? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Reviews of Oakland
3.6
Guest rating
3/5 - Okay
BayAreaTraveler
Crime rate and overall city’s cleanliness needs to be addressed.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
This is my hometown I love Oakland
5/5 - Excellent
Johanna
I loved the food and the Golden State Bridge and the museum.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Food’s always a highlight and the Fox theater
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Oakland is a very interesting place. The city itself needs to be cleaned up quite a bit but overall it's somewhere interesting to visit.
Other places like Oakland
- Jack London Square
- University of California
- Oakland Arena
- Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
- Berkeley Marina
- Greek Theater
- Oakland Zoo
- Fox Theater
- California State University East Bay
- Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
- Oakland City Center
- Oakland Convention Center
- Paramount Theatre
- USS Hornet Museum
- Rolling Loud Festival
- Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
- Oakland Museum of California
- Lake Merritt
- Chabot Space and Science Center
- East Bay Regional Park District
- Memorial Stadium
- Bay Street
- Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
- Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
- Chabot College
- Redwood Regional Park
- Children's Hospital Oakland
- Telegraph Avenue
- UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
- Emeryville Marina
- University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley
- Tilden Regional Park