BEST WESTERN PLUS BAYSIDE HOTEL | Stay downtown in Oakland

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1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, California, United States, 94606-5223

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel - Waterfront hotel with free airport shuttle near Jack London Square

Located in downtown Oakland, this waterfront hotel offers free WiFi, a complimentary hot breakfast, and a scenic lounge area overlooking the water. The property provides a free shuttle to Oakland International Airport, BART station, and Jack London Square Amtrak Station. Amenities include a 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff, a business center, fitness center, outdoor pool, and spa tub. The hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Children's Fairyland and RingCentral Coliseum. Meeting facilities span 6,000 square feet, including conference space and a waterfront lounge.

Additional perks of the hotel

Free shuttle service to Oakland International Airport, BART station, and Jack London Square Amtrak Station

Complimentary hot breakfast with locally roasted coffee

Outdoor waterfront pool and spa tub

Electric car charging station

Coin laundry facility and dry cleaning service

Picnic area and waterfront walking path

Rooms

Guestrooms feature premium bedding, laptop-friendly workspaces, free WiFi, and air conditioning. Water view rooms include balconies or patios with views of the Oakland estuary or San Francisco skyline. Upgraded bathrooms have soaking tubs, glass-enclosed showers, bathrobes, and hairdryers. Mobility-accessible rooms are available with roll-in showers or bathtubs equipped with support bars. All rooms include flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, microwaves, and iHome clock radios.

Other conveniences

In-room safes and ironing facilities

Complimentary toiletries and bathrobes

Coffee/tea makers and sitting areas in select rooms

24-hour access to fitness center with cardio equipment

Business center with computers and printer

Complimentary parking for guests

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Queen Room Balcony Water View

Max:

2 persons

485 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Large Queen Room Two Queen Beds Balcony Water View

Max:

4 persons

605 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room Balcony Water View

Max:

2 persons

485 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Transportation Options

City Centre

Oakland 1.2 mi

Airports

Oakland International (OAK) 7.3 mi

Buchanan Field (CCR) 24.4 mi

Train

Oakland Jack London 1.5 mi

Oakland Jack London Square Station 1.5 mi

Bus

Bus stop 3.5 mi

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 17 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Hairdresser
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course

Services

Free shuttle service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Grocery shopping service
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi
Beauty treatment
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, California, United States, 94606-5223

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1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, California, United States, 94606-5223

City landmarks

Museum

Oakland Museum of California

1.3 mi

Landmark

Lake Merritt

1.4 mi

Landmark

Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach

2.0 mi

Market

Jack London Square

1.7 mi

Landmark

USS Potomac

1.9 mi

Park

The Gardens at Lake Merritt

1.6 mi

Landmark

United States lightship Relief

2.0 mi

Church

The Cathedral of Christ the Light

1.9 mi

Church

Church of St. James the Apostle

2100 ft

Theme Park

Children's Fairyland

1.7 mi

Museum

Pacific Pinball Museum

1.8 mi

Landmark

Chinatown

1.6 mi

Theatre

Palace Theatre

3300 ft

Landmark

11th Avenue Buddha

3300 ft

Landmark

Decolonize Mural

2900 ft

Event hall

Henry J Kaiser Convention Center

1.6 mi

Church

First trinity evangelical Lutheran

3800 ft

Church

St Anthony's Church

3800 ft

Landmark

Marin Way Murals

3900 ft

Landmark

Green Pastures Church

4400 ft

Church

East Bay First Korean Baptist Church Of Oakland

4500 ft

Church

Grace Temple Baptist Church

4500 ft

Landmark

Asamblea Apostolica de la Fe en Cristo Jesus

4600 ft

Landmark

Foothill Missionary Baptist Church

4600 ft

Landmark

First Trinity Lutheran Church

4600 ft

Landmark

Abundant Life Christian Church

4600 ft

Landmark

Morgan Plaza

1.7 mi

Landmark

Coast Guard Working Dogs Memorial

5100 ft

Landmark

Coast Guard Auxiliary Memorial

1.0 mi

Landmark

Fortman Marina

3.0 mi

Nearby

Coast Guard Working Dogs Memorial

1400 ft

Church

First trinity evangelical Lutheran

1500 ft

Coast Guard Auxiliary Memorial

1700 ft

Restaurants

Burger King

3300 ft

1541 East 12th St

Pho Ao Sen

4500 ft

1139 E 12th St

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

John

United States, March 2024

7.2/10

The hotel provides stunning water views from the rooms on the second floor above the lobby, offering a spacious and luxurious experience. The service is extremely friendly and helpful, although there are some minor aspects to consider. The location is convenient for transportation, making it a pleasant stay overall. However, the dining options might not meet everyone's expectations.

Rooms

8.0

I loved the huge room with a great water view; it felt like a dream, although a more budget-friendly option would have been preferred.

Service

8.0

The staff texted me before arrival, showing excellent customer service, but they could improve their industry knowledge slightly.

Location

7.0

The hotel is ideally situated for ferry and bart access, making it convenient for travelers, despite the surrounding area feeling somewhat run down.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was subpar with limited options; however, the quality of cutlery and plates did not meet expectations.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities include essential services but may benefit from more dining variety.

George

United States, November 2023

7.4/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with nice bathrooms and comfortable beds in a beautiful and quiet setting. However, the night noise levels could be a bit loud at times. The service is commendable, especially with helpful staff like Nicolas, though some communication improvements could benefit guests. The location is convenient to the freeway and seems to undergo rejuvenation, despite some sketchy aspects, making it ideal for quick stops. The dining experience provides a good selection of fresh and delicious options with a beautiful water view. Overall, a popular hotel that can get fully booked quickly with a mix of positive and negative aspects to consider.

Rooms

8.0

The spacious rooms with nice bathrooms and comfortable beds offer a beautiful and quiet stay.

Service

7.0

The service, especially from staff like Nicolas, is knowledgeable, friendly, and empathetic, making for a good experience overall with areas for improvement.

Location

6.0

The location, while convenient to the freeway and undergoing rejuvenation, has some sketchy aspects to be aware of, making it suitable for a quick stop.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience is enjoyable with a good selection of fresh and delicious options while overlooking the beautiful water view.

Facilities

7.0

Vincent

United States, June 2023

8.8/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The room was amazing, with a super comfortable bed and a waterview balcony that was perfect for relaxing. The hotel had a restaurant serving delicious food at a great price. The location was close to everything I needed, with beautiful waterfront views.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious and had great amenities, including a soaking tub and a great shower. It was clean and had a lovely balcony overlooking the water.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, especially Nicolas who welcomed us warmly. The cleaning staff made me feel at home with their friendliness and attention to detail.

Location

8.0

The location was superb, right on the waterfront with easy access to local attractions. Although a bit noisy on the balcony, the views of sunrise and sunset were worth it.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fabulous with a good selection of food, including kiwi fruit and Numi tea. The quality was awesome, and the prices were very reasonable.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were top-notch, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.