Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland, California Coast

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The hotel

A gentle nod to Oakland’s jazz and blues scene welcomes you to Marriott Oakland City Center. But the modern tailoring of its spacious guestrooms, the Californian flair of its dining venues, the cool urban styling of its outdoor pool deck and fitness studio, and the fabulous downtown setting are all quick to distract you. California-inspired dishes, and wine lists infused with Napa and Sonoma vintages are the perfect pairing for evenings in at the hotel’s Level Two restaurant and Twelve Bar Lounge. But dining out’s easy too, with Chinatown’s Asian flavours a block away, and Jack London Square’s waterfront eateries around 6 blocks away. Mere metres from the nearest BART station, you can even be whisked off to the world-class restaurants (and sightseeing) of San Francisco in just 12 minutes.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Swimming Pool
  • Room Service
  • Valet parking
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant

Where is it

In a prime spot, just 1 block from Chinatown; 6 blocks from Jack London Square, with its waterfront attractions, boardwalk, farmers market, nightlife and dining venues; and 0.1 miles from the nearest BART Station, with San Francisco just an 12-min BART ride away. Connected to the Oakland Convention Center, the hotel’s also 2 miles from a Greyhound station, 2.9 miles from Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach, and a 10-minute drive from Oracle Arena. Self-parking $35, valet-parking $40, plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change). Transfer distance from airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

489 rooms and suites on 21 floors. All with air-conditioning, 37” flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels, WiFi available*, alarm clock, radio, telephone, mini-fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities, instant hot water, hairdryer, iron and board, and bathrobe (crib/playpen available). Standard Guest Rooms have 1 king-size or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

City View Guest Rooms are on higher floors, and have 1 king-size or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Bay View Guest Rooms are on higher floors, and have 1 king-size or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

PURE Allergy Friendly Rooms have a living/sitting area, and have 1 king-size or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Concierge Level Guest Rooms have Concierge Lounge access (with complimentary breakfast, hors d’oeuvres, dessert, and non-alcoholic drinks; honor bar*; and cocktails*; open Monday-Thursday 6.30am-10.00pm and Friday 6.30am-1.00pm), and bottled water, and have 1 king-size or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Level Two (Californian menu with shareable plates and Napa and Sonoma wine menu, outdoor terrace, breakfast, lunch and dinner). Twelve Bar Lounge (Californian menu with light bite options and cocktails, dinner, flatscreen TVs). Room service* (6.00am-11.00pm). Vending machines*. Heated outdoor swimming pool (towels provided). Fitness studio. Laundry facilities* (coin operated). Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Gift/newsstand. Concierge desk. Foreign exchange service*. Safety deposit boxes (front desk). Complimentary WiFi (in public areas).

* Denotes local charge. 

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Mar 25, 2021 FREPLUG Macomb, Michigan

Stayed here in February 2021. Given the fear people have of travelling I would think hotels would be a bit better to attract business. This is one of the worst Marriott's I have ever been in. It is old and outdated. The rooms are not bright and friendly. Its in an area thats dank, dirty and full of homeless begging. 3, yes 3 shootings… Read more
Stayed here in February 2021. Given the fear people have of travelling I would think hotels would be a bit better to attract business. This is one of the worst Marriott's I have ever been in. It is old and outdated. The rooms are not bright and friendly. Its in an area thats dank, dirty and full of homeless begging. 3, yes 3 shootings happened in 3 days prompting me to move to another location. Parking cost is unreasonable, especially given the cost to stay in a room. I just cannot stress enough how disappointed I was with Marriott in this property and the room and the dinginess of it all. I would NEVER stay here again and recommend everyone to look elsewhere. This place is gross and not worth what they charge. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating expensive but location makes worth it. easy access to bart.

Oct 7, 2020 Mr_AK_82 San Jose, California

There was UPS, coffee shop, restaurants inside the hotel. A lot of restaurants within walkable distance. Bart station is only half or a block away. Location is prime. Only 5 mins drive from I-880. Parking was expensive and difficult though. Service was good and rooms were nice as well.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Good location to get around

Apr 11, 2020 nickjp718 Brooklyn, New York

Decent property that is basically attached to the convention center. We were there for a family visit but that did not detract from our stay - I don’t think there was a convention on at the time so that probably helped. Easy to get around from there walking, public transport or car. I’d say the only issue is that the rooms are somewhat dated but… Read more
Decent property that is basically attached to the convention center. We were there for a family visit but that did not detract from our stay - I don’t think there was a convention on at the time so that probably helped. Easy to get around from there walking, public transport or car. I’d say the only issue is that the rooms are somewhat dated but otherwise a good Marriott property. Plenty of choices for food and entertainment close by as well. Read less
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Mar 13, 2020 RxDive Seminole, Florida

Booked by my employer in downtown Oakland. Not a great surrounding area but hotel rooms very good. Close to Jack London Square. Room service fast and very good. Beds comfortable with nice linen. Some rooms with bathtubs and some with just showers. Lobby furniture looking a bit worn. Overall, a nice stay.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Reasonable rates and great views

Feb 26, 2020 CentralCATraveler Coalinga, California

Stayed here 3 nights while attending a conference. Room was clean and a good size with fridge, safe, and coffee maker. My room did not have a view, but I caught an amazing sunset one night by going to the 21st floor and looking out the window by the elevators. I parked in the parking garage connected to the Convention Center. Paying at the… Read more
Stayed here 3 nights while attending a conference. Room was clean and a good size with fridge, safe, and coffee maker. My room did not have a view, but I caught an amazing sunset one night by going to the 21st floor and looking out the window by the elevators. I parked in the parking garage connected to the Convention Center. Paying at the parking garage is cheaper than paying through the hotel. I paid $88 for 3 nights. BART to SFO takes about 40 minutes and costs $10. BART to SF costs about $8-10 round trip and takes about 25 minutes. BART station is right across street. Uber to SF costs about $30. Uber to Berkeley costs about $15. Lots of restaurants nearby. Went to Blue Bottle coffee and Shiba Ramen, both good. Walked to Jack London Square, Oakland Museum of CA, and Lake Merritt. Also went to nearby Lucky Foot Spa in Chinatown and had a great massage. Walgreens nearby as well. Try Trappist for a beer. Many homeless people in the city, so bring some bags of toiletries/snacks to hand out. Very nice stay and would return if visiting Oakland again. Read less