Places to stay near Oakland Museum of California

Step back in time on this beautiful classic yacht

Good Luck is a hundred-year-old classic yacht, lovingly restored and ready to transport you to another time while luxuriously spoiling you on your bay area adventure. This dockside charter gives you complete privacy and an amazing nautical experience. Alameda is a beautiful island community in the heart of the Bay, filled with beautiful homes, adorable shops, and many great restaurants. The San Francisco ferry is close by to whisk you to the big city, so why would you want to stay anywhere else?

Charming Modern Studio in Downtown! Nearby Bart!

Located in historic Old Oakland District. Nearby BART train station, Marriott, Downtown, Convention Center, Jack London Square, Lake Merritt, Chinatown, City Hall, and numerous restaurants, bars and coffee shops! 5-15+ mins drive to Fox Theater, Bay Bridge to San Fran, Oracle Arena, and the Coliseum. Safe neighborhood. Across the street from the Courthouse and Police Station. Easy access to multiple freeways. You'll enjoy the convenient location, building and room aesthetic, and the comfy bed!

Lake Merritt Oasis

Feel at home, relax in this chic, stylish fully furnished 1 bed 1 bath with modern comforts and tranquil feel. Designed and curated with lots of love, this bottom floor in-law apartment is just above Lake Merritt on a quiet residential street. A short walk to all the shops, restaurants, cafes on the lake. A rare opportunity to enjoy two separate shared gardens, a hot tub, and peaceful immersion in nature. The gardens are joined through an enchanted archway connecting to the property next door.

BridgesView Spa & Couples Retreat, Easy Parking

This luxurious suite with kitchenette features a beautiful view towards the Bay and Golden Gate Bridges, designed especially for a romantic getaway or anyone needing a relaxing space. Soak and play in the two-person jetted tub, enjoy the gorgeous large bathroom. Easy street parking is always available, and garden lined exterior stairs take you to the private entry and patio. A laundry is provided for guest use only. Hikes into the canyon below or neighborhood above are a special treat.

Sunlit Oakland Retreat w/ Designer Touches & Deck

Sunlight + greenery + indoor-outdoor flow to the deck. Perfect for remote workers, couples, or friends looking for a calm, design-forward retreat. Not suitable for toddlers. Located in the heart of sought-after Piedmont Avenue district. Why you’ll love it: • Premier Walk Score of 96 – enjoy cafés, boutiques just steps away • Michelin 2-star dining around the corner, along with many local favorites • Gourmet kitchen – fully equipped and stocked • Private deck nestled among mature trees

Cozy & Chic Farmhouse Studio: Walk to Lake Merritt

Cozy and chic farmhouse private studio is centrally located in the heart of Oakland. Located 2 blocks away from Lake Merritt. Perfect for professionals coming to California for 2 days or extended stay, it is convenient commuting distance from downtown Oakland, UC Berkeley, San Francisco and the whole Bay Area. With excellent walking distance to restaurants, grocery store, and close to the Bart station. 11 minutes from Oakland International Airport and 30 minutes from SFO.

Safe, clean, quiet studio (Close to SF, Hospitals)

Nestled in a serene neighborhood, our studio offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and tranquility. As you step in through your private entrance, you'll find yourself in a cozy haven designed for your relaxation and enjoyment. Our studio is in a central location with easy access to downtown Oakland, Lake Merritt, and SF. Please note this is an in-law unit with shared walls. Guests must walk down a sloped concrete driveway with one step to access the space.

Hike-in Bay Views Cabin w HotTub

Hike up to a well designed, small-but-mighty modern cabin with fast WiFi, your own hot tub and a panoramic view spanning across the bay from the Golden Gate to the San Mateo bridge. 108 stairs lead up to the Aerie, so if you don’t want to get your steps in, this is probably not the space for you! 15 min from OAK and city life, but a world away. Sunsets are glorious here. The Aerie is a special spot just for 1 or 2, so leave the posse behind. Registered guests only.

Victorian Oasis. Near Lake Merritt. Gated Parking

The Victorian Oasis is the noble floor of a legitimate Victorian Home built in 1892. Although it is a completely remodeled place; thus, with all the conveniences of the modern lifestyle; we preserved each one of the original features of the almost 140 years-old flat for your enjoyment. We wanted to offer our guests the unique experience of inhabiting one of the legitimate “old-ladies” typical of the Bay Area. It is only 7 blocks away from Lake Merritt.

The Cozy Casita 2

Welcome to the Cozy Casita, you’re home away from home. The central location makes it the perfect jumping off point for all your Bay Area adventures with close proximity to MacArthur BART station, Multiple bus stops, Bay Wheels bike rental, shops and restaurants in Emeryville and Temescal, Access to 4 major highways within 1/4 mile, Lake Merritt, Uptown/Downtown Oakland, San Francisco, Berkeley, and many more Bay Area hotspots.

A Midcentury's Night Dream- Oakland

Welcome to Fabulous Lake Merritt and the Haddon Hill/Cleveland Heights neighborhood, your gateway to Oakland, Berkeley, SF and beyond. This sunny one bedroom, one bathroom duplex apartment was built in 1955 and is mid-century modern in style with modern conveniences. Here you can enjoy vintage decor that doesn't take itself too seriously; think Don Draper meets Howdy Doody. A vibrant, yet relaxing, place to stay!

Trixie's Studio Garden Cottage

We have a lovely private garden cottage available in a quiet Oakland neighborhood, very close to Lake Merritt. Shopping, restaurants, and cafe's are a 10 minute walk away. Cozy furnished, sound proofed studio with blackout windows, thermal heated flooring, small kitchen, bath & living area. Free high speed internet, security & housekeeping service. Ample street parking and very close to public transportation.