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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Our top choices for Chinatown hotels

1. Civic Center Lodge

Chinatown

Ruben

₹8,605 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

2. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland, 0.5 km from Chinatown

Armondo

₹13,566 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

3. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

2.4 km from Chinatown

Chelsea

₹11,659 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

Airport District, 9.4 km from Chinatown

veronica

₹15,386 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

5. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

5.1 km from Chinatown

Ramamurthy

₹17,261 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

6. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.9 km from Chinatown

Sheila

₹19,084 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

7. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4.7 km from Chinatown

Jerardo

₹17,689 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8.8 km from Chinatown

Nou

₹14,501 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

9. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.9 km from Chinatown

Thorsten

₹22,621 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

10. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

13.2 km from Chinatown

Kalanea

₹11,357 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

11. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

7.9 km from Chinatown

Erica

₹19,418 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

12. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

11.1 km from Chinatown

Jennifer

₹24,181 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

13. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

11.3 km from Chinatown

Juan

₹29,022 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

14. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

24.1 km from Chinatown

Lori

₹15,947 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

15. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

21 km from Chinatown

Kenneth

₹12,241 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

16. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

11.2 km from Chinatown

Brittney

₹22,381 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

17. The Westin San Francisco Airport

23.7 km from Chinatown

Karl

₹15,650 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

18. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

23.8 km from Chinatown

Celeste

₹14,828 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

24 km from Chinatown

Francis

₹15,522 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

20. Hotel Aura SFO

23.6 km from Chinatown

Charles

₹13,140 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Where to stay in Chinatown

Find the best Chinatown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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 UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Historic Berkeley. 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 DeFremery Park and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.

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Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was clean and cozy, with an amazing view. The concierge Pacifico is absolutely amazing. We enjoyed our stay. The location cannot be beat either."