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Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Free Breakfast
Non-Smoking
Parking

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About this property

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel is a 3-star property in Oakland, CA, positioned within a 10-minute drive of Children's Fairyland and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. The hotel sits on the bay and places guests near major landmarks including the USS Hornet Museum (5.4 miles away) and the University of California, Berkeley (7.3 miles away). Oakland International Airport is 5.8 miles from the property. With a location rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, the hotel's setting has earned strong marks from guests.

Each of the 81 suites features air conditioning, a refrigerator, and an LCD television. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is included, along with satellite programming for entertainment. Rooms are equipped with private bathrooms offering separate bathtubs and showers, deep soaking tubs, complimentary toiletries, safes, desks, and phones with free local calling. Guest comfort ratings for the rooms average 4.6 out of 5 stars.

The property operates a snack bar and deli for casual dining, plus a bar and lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Recreational facilities include an outdoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, a picnic area, and a complimentary shuttle service within 1 mile. The hotel also features a 24-hour front desk, business center, conference space across 5 meeting rooms, laundry facilities, and an ATM. An electric car charging station is available for guests with electric vehicles.

Check-in is available from 3:00 PM to midnight, with check-out at 11:00 AM. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and welcomes service animals. Pets are not permitted. Self-parking is available for a surcharge. With an overall guest rating of 4.4 out of 5 and a 91.6% recommendation rate, the hotel maintains professional management and a welcoming atmosphere for all travelers.

Location & nearby attractions

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 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from USS Hornet Museum and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from University of California, Berkeley.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Jack London Square - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Lake Merritt - 3 km / 1.8 mi
Oakland Convention Center - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Oakland City Center - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Fox Theater - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Paramount Theatre - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Children's Fairyland - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum - 6.4 km / 4 mi
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 7.3 km / 4.5 mi
Children's Hospital Oakland - 8.6 km / 5.3 mi
USS Hornet Museum - 8.6 km / 5.4 mi
San Francisco Bay - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Oakland Arena - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi
Redwood Regional Park - 10.2 km / 6.4 mi
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - 10.7 km / 6.7 mi

The nearest airports are:
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 56.5 km / 35.1 mi
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 38.9 km / 24.2 mi
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 49.7 km / 30.9 mi

The preferred airport for Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK).

Rooms

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.

Dining

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.

Amenities & features

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.
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.

Getting here

Oakland International 5.8 miles
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
$15 a night for overnight guests, limited to space size. FREE STREET PARKING FOR BUSES. Free day-use parking for meeting attendees.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. 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.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • no pets unless registered service animals
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

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

  • Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • 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)<

Know before you go

  • Up to 4 children 14 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).