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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 cozy lounge area with striped sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large globe hanging from the ceiling.
A spacious room with a large sofa, a coffee table with books, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
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
Tonya
NT$4,908
NT$6,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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
Brett
NT$5,854
NT$6,731 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Berkeley City Club
A lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and large mirrors.
A high-rise hotel room with a city view, leather sofas, patterned ottomans, and a leopard print rug.
A bar area with a green sofa, red chairs, and a bar counter with bottles.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, sofas, and a staircase.

3. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Amanda
NT$6,667
NT$9,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
An outdoor cafe with brick walls, outdoor seating, and a tree in the foreground.
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 spacious bar area with high wooden beams, a brick wall, and a variety of seating options including bar stools and tables.
A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a sailboat and a building with multiple stories.

4. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Ann
NT$6,852
NT$9,452 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Argonaut Hotel
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A spacious room with large windows, two armchairs, a small table with books, and a lamp.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a view of the outside through the window.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a fireplace, a sofa set, and large windows offering city views.

5. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
Union Square
United States
Randall Gray
NT$6,668
NT$9,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.
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.
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a vase of white flowers, overlooking a cityscape with a tall building.

6. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
virginia
NT$10,194
NT$13,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Fairmont San Francisco
A classic red convertible parked in front of a grand hotel with ornate architecture and multiple entrances.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, floral arrangements, and classic furniture.
A maroon sports car parked in front of a grand hotel entrance with a brick facade and ornate detailing.
A grand lobby with a large chandelier, floral arrangements, and classic furniture.

7. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Anonymous traveler
NT$5,862
NT$8,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.
A grand hallway with high ceilings, ornate columns, and chandeliers.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, large arched windows, and a central floral arrangement.

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

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Sean
NT$10,006
NT$13,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
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Top Oakland Hotel Reviews

Jack London Inn

Jack London Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was excellent. Property was doing maintenance so appearance was still okay. Breakfast could been better but all around it was a nice stay."
Cherisse 4-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Jack London Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Staff excellent, location excellent."
Charles 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland Marriott City Center

10/10 Excellent
"We did not like the walk to the Jack London area. Dangerous area with nasty stinky areas. Not impressed at all for downtown Oakland. Really ruined the area."
John 3-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Oakland Marriott City Center
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

10/10 Excellent
"❤️"
Svetlana 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

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. Fox Theater is a short 9-minute drive away.
How many historical hotels are there in Oakland?
In Oakland, there are 1192 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, Grand Lake Theater, and USS Hornet Museum. 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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