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Our top choices for Oakland historic hotels

A traditional interior with patterned walls, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a large globe chandelier.
A spacious room with a large sofa, a coffee table with books, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A bar area with a chalkboard listing draft beers, wooden bar stools, and a glass display shelf.
A hallway with patterned walls, a tiled floor, a chandelier, and a door leading outside.

1. Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
Telegraph District
United States
carolyn
NT$5,252
NT$6,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
An indoor swimming pool with arched ceilings and a reflection pool.
A historic building with a large arched entrance, flanked by two columns and a decorative architrave.
An architectural corridor with arches and columns, a window with a metal grille, and a view of a garden with a lamp post.
A courtyard with a stone bench, a table with chairs, and various potted plants.

2. Berkeley City Club

Berkeley City Club
Telegraph District
United States
Susana
NT$5,561
NT$6,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Berkeley City Club
An outdoor cafe with brick walls, outdoor seating, and a tree in the foreground.
A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a sailboat and a building with multiple stories.
A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a tray of food, a lamp, and a view of the city through a window.
A bar area with three black barstools, a wooden counter, and a shelf stocked with liquor bottles.

3. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Behrooz
NT$8,487
NT$11,362 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Argonaut Hotel
A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a vase of white flowers, overlooking a cityscape with a tall building.
A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly decorated lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier.
A modern hotel room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape.

4. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Anthony
NT$10,411
NT$13,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Fairmont San Francisco
A lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and large mirrors.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, sofas, and a staircase.
A high-rise hotel room with a city view, leather sofas, patterned ottomans, and a leopard print rug.
A spacious library with wooden bookshelves, comfortable seating, and large windows allowing natural light.

5. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Bruno
NT$7,294
NT$10,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
A classic red convertible parked in front of a grand hotel with ornate architecture and multiple entrances.
A grand lobby with a large chandelier, floral arrangements, and classic furniture.
A breakfast table with plates of food, glasses of orange juice, and a view of a cityscape through a window.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, floral arrangements, and classic furniture.

6. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Tammy
NT$6,215
NT$8,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a fireplace, a sofa set, and large windows offering city views.
A spacious hotel lobby with large windows, wooden beams, and a central bar area.
A spacious room with large windows, two armchairs, a small table with books, and a lamp.

7. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
Union Square
United States
Ciprian
NT$5,963
NT$8,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, large arched windows, and a central floral arrangement.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and seating areas.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.

8. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Nicole
NT$9,626
NT$12,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
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Top Oakland Hotel Reviews

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

10/10 Excellent
"Very good experience, and nice hotel"
Wanna 6-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

10/10 Excellent
"Staff is very friendly and useful."
Linh Thuy 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

10/10 Excellent
"Enjoyed my stay"
Gregory 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel was so nice and clean. The staff were amazing. We love our one night stay there. Would book again."
Mai 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland Marriott City Center

10/10 Excellent
"Location was great. Many restaurants and coffee shops near by, walking distance. We enjoyed our stay. Hotel was clean and comfortable, staff was friendly."
Connie 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Oakland Marriott City Center

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Oakland?
The historical sites in Oakland are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. And while you're here, you can check out the renowned opera and great live music. You can also relish a trip to the charming cafes.
What's the best accommodation in Oakland to absorb the local history?
Based on our travel expertise, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is a top historic hotel bookable on Expedia and it features free WiFi. Ferry Building is a short 20-minute drive away.
How many historical hotels are there in Oakland?
In Oakland, there are 1210 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia, including 5 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.
What are the most important historical places and other sights to visit in Oakland?
Oakland is notable for landmarks like Fox Theater, USS Hornet Museum, and Bay Bridge. Known for its theaters and live music, cultural venues include Paramount Theatre, Oakland Museum of California, and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. San Francisco Bay is another popular sight to explore.
What is a historic hotel like in Oakland?
Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a place that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Oakland, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Oakland have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the amenities you'd find in a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. When you book a historic hotel in Oakland, it doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's uncomfortable for guests or rundown.

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