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Our top choices for Lake Merritt 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

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
Uptown Oakland, 1.6 km from Lake Merritt
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (547 reviews)
"Nice breakfast and very clean room"
United States
MIE
The price is RM479
RM556 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
A person sitting on a bed with a plate of fruit and holding a glass of wine.

2. Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland Marriott City Center
4.0 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.5 km from Lake Merritt
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This is our second time staying here, and it was excellent with close proximity to everything"
United States
Diego
The price is RM523
RM609 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Oakland Marriott City Center
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

3. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Lake Merritt
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,319 reviews)
"When I need to stay in or near Oakland this is our go-to hotel. We were just there for a few hours before our trip to the airport and it was great as usual."
United States
Debbie
The price is RM523
RM607 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a view of the city skyline at dusk.

4. Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
1.3 km from Lake Merritt
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (692 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with many nice restaurants nearby"
United States
natalie
The price is RM767
RM1,012 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A modern interior with a central round table surrounded by chairs, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with a yellow table.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
Uptown Oakland, 1.6 km from Lake Merritt
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (592 reviews)
"Excellent experience every time we stay here. Amazing breakfast!!"
United States
Ramesh
The price is RM515
RM599 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

6. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.2 km from Lake Merritt
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Steve
The price is RM396
RM460 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, glass doors, and a staircase leading to the lobby.

7. Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Lake Merritt
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Much better stay then San Francisco"
United States
Ismael
The price is RM590
RM685 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
A landscaped outdoor area with a stone pathway, a large decorative urn, and various shrubs and trees.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Lake Merritt
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,023 reviews)
"Second time visiting the hotel. When I am in Oakland this is my go to hotel in the middle of downtown and lake activities."
United States
Bruce
The price is RM428
RM497 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a bathroom with a mirror, and a view of the outside.

9. Signature Inn Oakland

Signature Inn Oakland
2.0 star property
Piedmont Avenue, 2.8 km from Lake Merritt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (723 reviews)
"Almost perfect the staff super nice the answer any questions you have the room perfect all we need to stay one night thanks so much"
United States
Denise
The price is RM483
RM550 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Signature Inn Oakland
A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier, and a clear sky.

10. Marina Village Inn

Marina Village Inn
2.0 star property
2.4 km from Lake Merritt
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Located in a quite location 😁"
United States
frank
The price is RM423
RM482 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Marina Village Inn
A reception area with wooden reception desks, a check-in counter, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a metal cart.

11. Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Lake Merritt
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Staff at the front desk were always very kind and helpful. Room was clean and very comfortable. I enjoyed my stay and loved the location. I also felt very safe staying as a solo female traveler."
United States
Adys
The price is RM379
RM442 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center
A lakeside property with a wooden dock, a covered outdoor seating area, and a pathway leading to the water.

12. Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero

Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Lake Merritt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,017 reviews)
"Clean room , nice staff , good area ."
United States
Krys
The price is RM286
RM332 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a central table with benches, and a coffee station.

13. Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda

Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda
2.5 star property
2.3 km from Lake Merritt
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms a comfortable and spacious.I felt safe while staying here."
United States
Shalah
The price is RM519
RM592 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda
A building with a gated entrance, a sign indicating an office, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

14. Bay Bridge Inn

Bay Bridge Inn
2.0 star property
Longfellow, 2.8 km from Lake Merritt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (679 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was friendly and accommodating. Definitely worth the price."
United States
Thomas
The price is RM320
RM365 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Bay Bridge Inn
A corner kitchen with a window, a water dispenser, and two patterned chairs.

15. Continental Lodge

Continental Lodge
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Lake Merritt
7.0 out of 10, Good, (644 reviews)
"Clean room, comfy bed, free parking, close to American music hall."
United States
Jessica
The price is RM329
RM375 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Continental Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a large mirror.

16. Jack London Inn

Jack London Inn
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Lake Merritt
6.4 out of 10, (1,623 reviews)
"Great price, nice staff, convenient"
United States
thomas
The price is RM293
RM341 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Jack London Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, teal walls, and a door leading to a bathroom.

17. Civic Center Lodge

Civic Center Lodge
2.0 star property
1.2 km from Lake Merritt
6.6 out of 10, (481 reviews)
"This is a very standard motel, not the best location, but the important thing that it is near the BART station just minutes away. So if you’re going to San Francisco, it’s a good location to stay."
United States
Ruben
The price is RM321
RM365 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Civic Center Lodge
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18. Econo Lodge Oakland Lake Merritt Area

Econo Lodge Oakland Lake Merritt Area
2.0 star property
0.7 km from Lake Merritt
5.4 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"My toilet was clogged the entire time no matter how many times I complained it didn't get fixed. It smelled so bad. I had no microwave the the fridge didn't work."
United States
Theresa
The price is RM276
RM320 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Econo Lodge Oakland Lake Merritt Area
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with bar stools, and various decorative plants.

19. Dream catcher

Dream catcher
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Lake Merritt
5.4 out of 10, (113 reviews)
"The place was beautiful, even in the single night we were there it looked great. So it was unfortunate that the bed wasn't made nor were the sheets washed. The place also smelled a lot of dogs and their excrement. And the dogs barked and got really loud when you went to the bathroom. I would like to try and stay again if it were more clean, and actually meet the the owner, they were very accommodating and we got in and out with no problem"
United States
Ben
The price is RM274
RM312 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Dream catcher
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and blue cabinetry.

20. Stunning Two Bedroom Mediterranean Home

Stunning Two Bedroom Mediterranean Home
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Lake Merritt
The price is RM1,420
RM2,836 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Stunning Two Bedroom Mediterranean Home
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.
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Merritt

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A reception desk with a geometric patterned wall, a marble countertop, and three side tables with books.
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
547 reviews
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A person sitting on a bed with a plate of fruit and holding a glass of wine.
Oakland Marriott City Center
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,319 reviews
View
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a view of the city skyline at dusk.
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
692 reviews
View
A modern interior with a central round table surrounded by chairs, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with a yellow table.
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
592 reviews
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Top Lake Merritt Hotel Reviews

Oaktown Roost

Oaktown Roost

10/10 Excellent
"Quiet and comfortable rooms. We loved our stay."
Christie 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Oaktown Roost

Other attractions near Lake Merritt

A lake with a cityscape in the background, featuring buildings and trees.
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Lakeside Park and Garden Center

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Lakeside Park and Garden Center, a lovely green space in Oakland. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Merritt?
Lake Merritt is located in Oakland. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 86 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Lake Merritt?
Oakland Marriott City Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Merritt. Other good choices within a short distance include Econo Lodge Oakland Lake Merritt Area and Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Lake Merritt?
Expedia has 86 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake Merritt.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Merritt, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Lake Merritt.
What can I see and do near Lake Merritt?
Study the collections at Oakland Museum of California, USS Hornet Museum or Chabot Space and Science Center. Grand Lake Theater, Fox Theater and Historic Berkeley are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at Paramount Theatre, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Greek Theater.