Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

3.0 star property

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Property amenity
Business centre
Property entrance
Lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

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1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA, 94606
  • Place, Jack London Square
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Fox Theater
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Oakland

A stay at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel places you in the heart of Oakland, within a 10-minute drive of Children's Fairyland and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. .This hotel is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from USS Hornet Museum and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from University of California, Berkeley.

What's nearby

  • Jack London Square - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Fox Theater - 4 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum - 5 min drive - 7.5 km
  • USS Hornet Museum - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 10 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Lake Merritt Station - 3 min drive
  • Oakland-Jack London Square Station - 5 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lumpia Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pho Huyen & Banh Mi - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪House Of Phin - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cambodian Street Food - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ba Le Sandwich Shop - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Bayside hotel with free breakfast and area shuttle service
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel offers 81 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 81 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area. Guests can catch a ride on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 1 miles.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Oakland? This hotel has 6000 square feet (557 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 5 meeting rooms. A ferry terminal shuttle is provided at no charge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle up to 1 miles
  • Free train station drop-off shuttle from 5:00 AM to midnight
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Parking on site (USD 17 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Lounge - Steak/Salmon

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • 6,000 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2003
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property does not accept prepaid credit, debit, or gift cards at check-in, for all bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking, and for all purchases made on site, including incidentals.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 14 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 17.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1025 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms with water views and a spacious bathtub. Possibly our favorite Oakland hotel. DoorDash delivered to the door and we ate dinner in the balcony with sunset sparkling over the water.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Olimpia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Olimpia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This is our second stay at the property. First stay was great, front desk attendant (didn't get her name but she had purple hair if I recall correctly) was super nice and friendly, our room was good, first floor near the coffee and beverage machine was a plus. Second stay was disappointing, we got there after midnight (I had called ahead to make them aware of our late check in) desk clerk was super unfriendly, we did not get not one smile from her, almost like she didn't care. Also as we were walking out to get our luggage, there was a guy walking the parking lot with a "call girl" which is something we didn't want to see being that we were staying there as a family. Also on our first day there, we left the room for a bit and when we came back to it there was a very potent weed smell, came from the vents maybe? Not sure, but that was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniela

Travelled with family

Not like the photos

This stay was decent I would say if you stay alone or with a partner okay to stay I would not stay with your family. Homeless people come in and get coffee and although hotel staff try to get them out they don’t get out. I thought it was a nice stay when I booked but it’s different when you get there. They charge you 17.00 addtl dollars for parking but there is no actually security just a ramp they put up after a certain hour !!! Our room didn’t get cleaned u til after the 3rd day we got fresh towels that’s all the hotel dryer didn’t dry properly. The toilet did not flush. If your there for an in and out then stay but not for long term - breakfast was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walide

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Clark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Easy access to the freeway
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gracie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great time. Room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ebony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Twaiila

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the view of the water
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Repeat customer

One of my favorite places to stay at; I'm a loyal customer. Love the whole room and tub bathroom. Also, the breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimyah

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

bilen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ketana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I loved it

The customer service was type tear when I couldn't find food place staff looked up in the area for me and gave me good directions......
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Repeat customer, great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zahid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accomodating. Decent breakfast and allows for to go. Great view of water to do some work or to relax. Walking distance from starbucks and a great ramen place. Electric vehicle charging works great. Coffee and hot tea available all day. Rooms are clean and the location is decent. There are some homeless in the near vicinity but they mind their own business. Only complaint is the wifi does cut on and off.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rodney

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible house keeping. Never made the bed or refill the toilet paper. This location is located in a very sketchy area of Oakland. Breakfast was poor at best.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mikel

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerrard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kisha

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025