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Highest rated hotelMotel 6-Oakland, CA - Embarcadero – 5
Cheapest month to bookOctober
Average 4 star hotel price$301 per night
Average 5 star hotel price$722 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Oakland, California

Make the most of your time in Oakland by finding a hotel that matches your style. Whether you prefer luxury or simplicity, our hotel picks has something for everyone.

Best time to visit Oakland

The best time of year to visit Oakland depends on what you’re looking for (or hoping to avoid) during your trip in terms of things like weather and price. Low and high season in Oakland

Busiest month(s): January brings the most visitors to Oakland, causing the average price per night to rise to $561. Keep in mind that prices tend to be higher compared to the quieter seasons when average nightly rates decrease to $277.

Quietest month(s): The cheapest month to visit is July, when the average rate per night is $277, which will save you more money than peak season.

The most expensive month in Oakland is January, when you can expect to spend around $561 on a hotel stay. Weekend rates usually increase, averaging around $267 per night throughout the year, and Tuesday bookings cost the most at the best hotels in Oakland. You'll find savings on Sunday, which is the cheapest day to reserve a room on average.

Where to stay in Oakland, California

Get the most out of your time away at the right hotel for the right price. Whether it's a 5-star resort or a popular place in the middle of the city, there are plenty of great choices in Oakland.

Popular hotels in Oakland

The Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel provides a great stay with its 3.5-star rating and range of amenities. The hotel provides an excellent retreat in the heart of Oakland. You can enjoy its swimming pool, gym, spa, and restaurant.

With a swimming pool, fitness center, spa and restaurant on site, the 3-star hotel Waterfront Hotel offers comfort and modern amenities.

The 4-star Claremont Club & Spa - A Fairmont Hotel provides plenty of amenities, including a spa, Pool, gym and restaurant.

The Hilton Oakland Airport is a 3-star hotel that offers a modern and comfortable design, along with amenities like a swimming pool, restaurant, gym, and spa.

Things to do in Oakland

At the center of the city, enjoy well-known attractions and things to do like Oakland Museum of California. Check out interesting sites like Lake Merritt and the Jack London Square. Food lovers will find authentic local cuisine, original takes on classics, and flavors from around the world at restaurants like Wood Tavern, Zachary's Chicago Pizza, Fentons Creamery and Restaurant, Scott's Seafood Restaurant, and Quinn's Lighthouse Restaurant and Pub.

Finding cheap hotels in Oakland: FAQs

In Oakland, the expected average temperature in March is 12°C. The warmest month is typically August, which averages 26°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is February, and the driest month is July.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Oakland with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $78 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $82 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $293 per night, and the average price on weekends is $244. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Oakland could be Friday.
The nearest airport to Oakland is Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport (OAK), which is 10.2km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

San Francisco International Airport, which is 22.5km from the city centre.
Concord Airport, which is 27.9km from the city centre.
San Carlos Airport, which is 32.5km from the city centre.
San Jose International Airport, which is 57.5km from the city centre.
San Jose Reid-Hillview Airport, which is 65.8km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Friday is the cheapest day to stay in Oakland. And the most expensive day seems to be Tuesday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Oakland is currently around $215 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $78 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Oakland is currently around $396 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $213 per night.
The average price of a 5-star hotel in Oakland is currently around $626 per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is $521 per night.
If you're hitting up Oakland with kids in tow, try Executive Inn & Suites Oakland, or Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakland-Airport.