Places to stay near Oakland Museum of California

El Nido—a Magnificent Victorian Home

Architectural elements like the wooden beams and whimsical shapes of the rooms inspired a Cuban approach to integrate traditional styles into the modern updates. Notice the Spanish-Moorish tiles, the charming skylights, and artisanal decor items. It's a very special home. You will feel like you are staying in a luxury spa. Every detail has been meticulously thought out; from the hangers in the bathroom to every appliance, every picture on the walls and the selection of Spanish-moorish tiles both in the bathroom and kitchen. It doesn't matter if you are staying for 3 days, for a week or for longer. The place has been purposely designed for your thorough enjoyment and extreme comfort. You have a full walking closet with capacity to hang as much clouding as you can carry and as many as 40 pairs of shoes. Of course you have top quality linens and towels as well as all the essentials for a 5-stars hotel experience. El Nido es the top unit of a former home; there are other 2 units occupied by very decent and quite families, but they have their completely separate entrances, so you will not be sharing common spaces with anyone; in fact, the entire space is at your disposal and at your disposal only, every square foot both of the apartment and of the private deck is entirely and exclusively for your use. My partner and I are avid travelers; we are AirBnB users as well; hence, we appreciate the availability of hosts as they are locals with ample knowledge of the amenities and less obvious gems of their cities. We want to let you know that we will be happy to be available as a friendly and willing source not only of problem solving, but also of information and guidance. How much interaction is for your to freely decide. Voted one of the 10 most interesting cities in the US by The Traveler magazine, Oakland is a growing area that has a wonderful selection of unique restaurants, shops, and bars. Take in the harbor views nearby and spend a fun day out on Lake Merritt. Lake Merritt Bart Station to San Francisco: Bart takes you to San Francisco (Only 2 short stops, an about 7-minutes ride, and you are in Embarcadero, the very epicenter of “the City”). It also takes you to and from both San Francisco International and Oakland International airports. While this station is only 1.2 away from the apartment, it is a good 25 minutes-walk. It is a lot easier and comfortable if you take Uber or Lift. For those of you more intrepid, there are also bikes or even those city-scooters that people leave anywhere. A major bus line runs down the Lake on Foothill Boulevard (which you catch at the intersection of 7th Ave @ Foothill, only 800 feet away). The same line brings you back one intersection over (@ E 14th). Both streets are one way, so the nearest goes down the Lake and the subsequent brings you back. Nevertheless, as we said earlier, Taxis and app-based ride services like Uber and Lyft work quite efficiently and inexpensively in our area. Nearby Stores Some popular grocery store options include: • Lucky's, a natural foods supermarket: less than half a mile • Several Chinese and Vietnamese minimarkets on International Boulevard. Less than 5 blocks away. • Trader Joe's (a specialty market): 2.3 miles Nearby Restaurants We recommend all of these restaurants: • Champa Garden (Laotian/Cambodian) 2102 8th Ave. @ 21st St. (510) 238-8819 Reservation recommended. We love every dish on the menu. • Annapurna (Indian, Himalayan, Nepalese) 948 Clay St (510) 250-9696 • Golden Lotus (Vegan Vietnamese) 1301 Franklin St (510) 893-0383 I love meat, but I don’t miss it a bit when I come to Golden Lotus. You’ll love it. • Kamdesh (Afghan) 332 14th St. (510) 286-1900 Their squash borane and bolanis are to die for • Flora Restaurant and Bar 1900 Telegraph Ave. (510) 286-0100 On the fancy/kind of expensive side, good food and outstanding drinks. • Akat Café Kally (coffee and tea) 1603 2nd. Ave. Great coffee, but the pies of the bakery next door are a piece of heaven

Excellent 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!

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?

Luxury Rockridge Casita in Our Sunny Garden

Featured in Sunset Magazine ✨ Tucked into our sunny Rockridge garden, this light-filled modern casita is a peaceful retreat — 3 blocks from College Avenue’s cafés, restaurants, and shops. Wake up to birds in the garden, sip coffee at the farmhouse table, and walk to BART for easy access to San Francisco, Berkeley, and downtown Oakland. A quiet space designed for those who appreciate beauty and thoughtful details. Ideal for couples exploring Rockridge, Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco.

Private Studio across from John Hinkel Park

Quiet lower floor studio w/ full bath, private entrance, and park views. 30 second walk to John Hinkel Park (visible from your window); 90 second walk to Indian Rock Park. Features: -Twin bed -Gigabit fiber internet connection -65" 4K TV w/ Netflix, Prime, Apple TV+, and Disney+ -XBox One, NES Switch + Retro consoles -Full standing desk w/ 4K monitor and wireless keyboard/trackpad -4+ cubic foot fridge -Keureg with coffee/teas -Microwave/Airfryer/Toaster Oven combo -Dresser, Clothes rack

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.

Private One BR Apt & Yard - 7 Min to San Francisco

Ground floor apartment in a modern, remodeled Victorian home is the setting for this peaceful one bed/one bath with yard. Completely private with self check in/out and no contact with host, if preferred. Centrally located in an eclectic neighborhood of West Oakland. Short 10 min walk to BART station and then a quick ride to San Francisco or many other Bay Area locations! One BART stop (7 min) from Embarcadero/Downtown SF. Quickly get to events, venues, conference centers & restaurants.

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.

Private Mid-Century Modern With Fabulous Garden

Thoroughly renovated and private mid-century modern suite in a side-by-side duplex. Secluded backyard w/ patio & bbq. Fully equipped chef’s kitchen & spa-like bathroom. Please note - we removed the heat lamp from the backyard due to safety concerns. Photos of the yard including the lamp will be updated as soon as possible. -96 Walk Score -30 minutes to downtown San Francisco -40 minutes to several beaches -1.5 hour to Napa Valley -3 hours to Lake Tahoe

Beautiful Cottage by the Lake

Located in the friendly Cleveland Heights neighborhood of Oakland, this beautiful studio cottage is a short walk to Lake Merritt, great restaurants, shops and easy transportation to San Francisco. There's a full kitchen, luxury mattress, and plenty of space for your belongings. You will feel right at home to rest, recharge, and reconnect! Please note: Washer and dryer are available for guests staying more than 30 days.

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.