The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Merritt in Oakland - 2026 Updated Prices

Our top choices for Lake Merritt hotels

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland, 1.2 km from Lake Merritt

Helena

₹13,594 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Oaktown Roost

Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Lake Merritt

Azel Micah

₹12,576 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jul - 3 Jul

Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

1.3 km from Lake Merritt

Raj

₹20,827 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

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

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

2.3 km from Lake Merritt

Josephine

₹13,543 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

1.6 km from Lake Merritt

Morgaine

₹14,131 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Oakland Marriott City Center

Downtown Oakland, 1.5 km from Lake Merritt

Karen

₹16,603 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

1.6 km from Lake Merritt

David Troy

₹15,021 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

1.4 km from Lake Merritt

Kimberly

₹13,146 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

2.2 km from Lake Merritt

Eugene

₹14,598 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Downtown Oakland, 1.1 km from Lake Merritt

Mariaia

₹10,693 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Signature Inn Oakland

Piedmont Avenue, 2.8 km from Lake Merritt

Jessica

₹12,990 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jun - 24 Jun

Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda

2.3 km from Lake Merritt

Martin

₹14,532 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jun - 20 Jun

Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, iron/ironing board

Marina Village Inn

2.4 km from Lake Merritt

Gabriela

₹12,575 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero

2.5 km from Lake Merritt

Fahim

₹8,899 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Travel Inn

Mosswood, 2.5 km from Lake Merritt

Brodsly

₹11,298 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jun - 14 Jun

Continental Lodge

1.9 km from Lake Merritt

Saul

₹8,841 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jun - 28 Jun

Bay Bridge Inn

Longfellow, 2.8 km from Lake Merritt

Troxel

₹8,574 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Two Queen Beds) | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Jack London Inn

Jack London District, 1.9 km from Lake Merritt

Tariq

₹9,629 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

Civic Center Lodge

1.2 km from Lake Merritt

anthony

₹8,623 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jun - 14 Jun

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bayview Motel

Longfellow, 3 km from Lake Merritt

Katherine

₹9,775 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,021 reviews	View
Oaktown Roost	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 155 reviews	View
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 611 reviews	View
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,048 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 543 reviews	View

Top Lake Merritt Hotel Reviews

Signature Inn Oakland

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed at the Signature Inn Oakland for 3 nights. The room and property were clean and welcoming. Check in was easy and friendly. The room itself was spacious and well-decorated. It looked like it had been renovated pretty recently. Beds were comfortable and shower was hot. I loved that the parking was located beneath the rooms. Would definitely recommend!"

Oaktown Roost

6/10 Okay

"I stayed two nights. The staff was friendly. I wouldn’t book again thought. First of all, there are no elevators, which presented a challenge lugging two giant suitcases, a laptop bag, and a purse upstairs in heels with a bad back. The room A/C unit didn’t cool well. No coffee in the room, and lobby desk is unattended from 11 pm - 8 am. Housekeeping didn’t make up the room after the first night. The paid parking was a nightmare. It’s across the street in a fenced-in lot with a high back wall and barbed wire. Guests have to unlock a combination lock, slide open a gate, run to their car, exit, and then slide the gate closed. Pull the bar back up, lock it, and rescramble the combo lock. Mind you not the safest area, with adjacent buildings all having bars on the windows. Next time I’ll pay more and stay at a chain hotel with valet parking, a gym, coffee in the room, central air…"

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

8/10 Good

"Our was ok, it’s an older hotel so they do there best to keep things clean. The breakfast isn’t as great to me as other reviews have stated. I don’t do the watery imitation eggs or super processed mystery meat sausage. Coffee and juices are fine. Toast and bagels are great! The other issue is the homeless encampment right outside the back of the hotel were the views of the water are. Nothing against the homeless but the have a better view lol. They were also constantly fighting and their dog was barking all night and morning. Other than that it was a good stay."

Jack London Inn

2/10 Terrible

"I would avoid this place. Check-in staff was not helpful at all. Very questionable people all throughout the hotel and parking lot. Lots of shady activity going on. Apart from this the train is right across the street and will keep you up all night as numerous trains continue to pass through throughout the night."

Hotels near other Lake Merritt attractions

Lakeside Park and Garden Center

4.4/5 (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 100 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 100 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, Berkeley Repertory Theater and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall.

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Our top choices for Lake Merritt hotels

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Oaktown Roost

Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Oakland Marriott City Center

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Signature Inn Oakland

Extended Stay America Premier Suites Oakland Alameda

Marina Village Inn

Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero

Travel Inn

Continental Lodge

Bay Bridge Inn

Jack London Inn

Civic Center Lodge

Bayview Motel

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Top Lake Merritt Hotel Reviews

Signature Inn Oakland

Hotels near other Lake Merritt attractions

Lakeside Park and Garden Center

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