What is Uptown Oakland like?

Uptown Oakland is a neighborhood that travelers like for its theaters, entertainment choices, and live music. Are you looking for Uptown Oakland travel tips? Be sure to check out Paramount Theatre and Fox Theater while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation 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 favorite option in the neighborhood is Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Uptown Oakland?

When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Oakland, you can choose from 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Uptown Oakland.

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

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Uptown Oakland.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Uptown Oakland?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Uptown Oakland, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do around this Oakland neighborhood?

Attractions like 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 neighborhood. 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 Uptown Oakland Hotels

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Our top choices for Uptown Oakland hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Uptown Oakland

Ramesh

₩224,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Uptown Oakland

MK

₩210,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Superior Duplex, Non Smoking, Patio | Living area

3. Big & Beautiful 6 Bedroom 2.5 Bath

Uptown Oakland

"This property had a double-booking issue. When we arrived on September 7, other guests were already staying in the house, and they showed us their valid Expedia booking until September 13. We attempted to contact the host via calls and messages, but received no response at all. We reached out to Expedia customer service immediately, yet the situation was not resolved. We were forced to book a new hotel last minute, which brought unexpected extra costs. In the end, Expedia did not provide any...

Walter

₩1,365,272 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

4. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM IN DOWNTOWN

Uptown Oakland

₩749,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

5. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Uptown Oakland

Armondo

₩198,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

6. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.6 km from Uptown Oakland

Sheila

₩269,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

7. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.8 km from Uptown Oakland

Ramamurthy

₩255,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

8. Hotel Aura SFO

24.8 km from Uptown Oakland

Charles

₩185,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

9. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

25 km from Uptown Oakland

Celeste

₩209,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

10. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

6.4 km from Uptown Oakland

Erica

₩274,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

11. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

11.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Jennifer

₩339,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

12. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

25.2 km from Uptown Oakland

Prakhar

₩214,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

13. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

3.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Chelsea

₩164,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

14. The Westin San Francisco Airport

25 km from Uptown Oakland

Karl

₩219,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

15. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.8 km from Uptown Oakland

Nicole

₩319,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

16. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

11.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Brittney

₩307,536 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

17. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.4 km from Uptown Oakland

Jerardo

₩248,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

18. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

13.7 km from Uptown Oakland

Ella

₩239,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

19. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

14.5 km from Uptown Oakland

Tracy

₩148,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

20. Hotel Skye SFO

24.6 km from Uptown Oakland

ABHISHEK

₩186,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Where to stay in Uptown Oakland

Find the best Uptown Oakland areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Oakland

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.

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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

The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are a few top sights nearby.

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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.

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West Oakland

Major West Coast port and trade center, this bustling area boasts the busiest port in Northern California, surrounded by a picturesque landscape of coastal terrace prairie, oak woodland, and north coastal scrub.

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Top Uptown Oakland Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is a well oiled machine and it is perfectly located near the local hot spots! Everything is with in walking distance and transportation. Inside is clean. Staff are friendly and helpful. Beds are perfect not hard lumpy and uncomfortable like most hotels. The breakfast buffet was excellent and always fresh! I would stay here again!"