What's it like in Chinatown?

Chinatown is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Consider a visit to Oakland Museum of California as part of your Chinatown travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Chinatown?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Civic Center Lodge is the highest ranked property in Chinatown. This hotel offers free parking and free WiFi.

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

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Chinatown.

What are the top things to see and do in Chinatown?

Oakland Museum of California is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Chinatown. While you're out sightseeing, Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts and Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts are a couple of additional sights to visit in Oakland.

How can I get around Chinatown and the greater Oakland area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Lake Merritt Station is the closest metro station. You can travel across the water to another shore by taking a ferry.

The Best Hotels in Chinatown, Oakland - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Civic Center Lodge

Chinatown

Ruben

₹8,565 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

2. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland, 0.5 km from Chinatown

Steve

₹10,797 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

3. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

2.4 km from Chinatown

Debbie

₹14,251 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

4. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

5.1 km from Chinatown

Jasmine

₹16,240 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a series of balconies and a uniform facade.

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4.7 km from Chinatown

Robert

₹13,338 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by buildings and greenery.

6. Marina Village Inn

1.7 km from Chinatown

Chris

₹9,398 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with a pergola, glass railings, and a pathway leading to a covered deck.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8.8 km from Chinatown

Jason

₹16,102 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

8. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

11.2 km from Chinatown

Jamaya

₹19,927 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

9. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.9 km from Chinatown

Richard

₹16,416 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

10. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

11.1 km from Chinatown

Heather

₹23,705 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A spacious lobby with a chandelier, a checkered floor, and a view of the entrance.

11. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

7.9 km from Chinatown

Monique

₹16,074 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

12. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

11.3 km from Chinatown

Sina

₹26,650 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A stone facade entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a brick-paved area.

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Airport District, 10.1 km from Chinatown

Jose Manuel

₹13,278 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

14. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

13.2 km from Chinatown

Nadine

₹11,355 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a sleek exterior and a parked sports car in front.

15. Hotel VIA

11.1 km from Chinatown

Gabriela

₹19,065 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

16. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

12.1 km from Chinatown

Colby John

₹10,018 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

17. Comfort Inn by the Bay

13.9 km from Chinatown

Crystal

₹11,567 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

18. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

12.6 km from Chinatown

Jessica

₹24,262 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a green awning, a 'No Parking' sign, and a 'Restaurant & Bar' sign.

19. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

12.5 km from Chinatown

Jinyu

₹12,319 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a vintage camper parked nearby.

20. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

12.9 km from Chinatown

Raul

₹15,070 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Civic Center Lodge	2.0 star property	6.6 481 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,314 reviews	View
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,445 reviews	View

Where to stay in Chinatown

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Downtown Oakland

Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

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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

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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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

While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.

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Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very good location. Room was excellent. Great staff. Breakfast was very expensive, so we only did that once. Very good breakfast places nearby within walking distance. Plenty of parking onsite underground. I’d stay here again."

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5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

6. Marina Village Inn

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

9. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

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13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

14. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

15. Hotel VIA

16. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

17. Comfort Inn by the Bay

18. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

19. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

20. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

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