Travel Note
The most convenient area to stay is downtown Oakland, but keep in mind it is a city, and it is a bit gritty. Do not leave anything visible in your car. There are many car break-ins especially in areas where there are tourists or travelers. Be vigilant especially after a long flight! Don’t leave luggage in your car unattended. There are some hotels in downtown Oakland that are nice and some that are...not. If you want to stay downtown, park your car in a garage overnight, or take public transportation. If you are not feeling like dealing with the city and it’s uncertainties, Emeryville is right down the road and will be less expensive. Lafayette is a little farther out in the East Bay suburbs and is cute and comfortable. We have listed some options below at varying price ranges that are likely your best bets.
Travel Note
Welcome to the sharing economy! These are like micro hotels run by people who work in the Tech Industry. On this site you can rent a room or house. You will need to create an account to see what is available in the area. Tips: beware of tricky fees- sometimes nightly prices are low but cleaning fees are high. Filter for “Superhost” for a more professional and reputable host. Recommended Neighborhoods: -Piedmont Ave, Oakland: cutest neighborhood with great shopping and dining. Also close to venue. -Temescal Neighborhood, Oakland: vibrant little neighborhood with plenty of restaurants -Rockridge, Oakland: close to transit, adorable neighborhood with a shopping district -Grand Lake or Lakeshore: freak place to walk around, movie theater, bars, restaurants, and parks -Dimond District or Laurel District, Oakland: more good eats and places to walk around -Berkeley or SF are options if you don’t mind traffic and uncertain parking. -For a relaxed pace try: Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga or Walnut Creek: these are suburban areas in the foothills of Mt. Diablo, rolling hills, outdoor malls, and great restaurants are all within short drives. These areas are about 15-30 minutes from the wedding venue.
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This is a beautiful luxury hotel but expensive even for small rooms. These is a nice spa and great restaurant and bar.
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Difficult to park and not super close but fun area near UC Berkeley. I haven’t been here to stay but am enamored with the architecture -especially the indoor pool by Julia Morgan
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Lafayette is a suburb about 20 minutes from the venue. It’s a little warmer and a little slower paced than staying in the city. This is another luxury spot with a spa
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Nice clean modern hotel in downtown Oakland. Walkable to Lake Merritt, Fox Theatre, and many restaurants. We recommend parking in a garage if you have a car.
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Chic and arty Hotel in downtown Oakland. Close to Lake Merritt and the downtown Oakland bar and restaurant scene. We recommend parking in a garage if you have a car with you.
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Clean and modern hotel located in Old Oakland. Situated between downtown and Jack London Square. Close to many restaurants and bars. We recommend parking in a garage if you have a car with you.
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Located in Emeryville within a 15 minute drive to the venue. Clean and modern hotel close to the shopping, restaurants, and movie theatre on Bay Street.
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Located in Emeryville within a 15 minute drive to the venue. Clean and modern hotel close to the shopping, restaurants, and movie theatre on Bay Street.
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Located in Emeryville within a 15 minute drive to the venue. Relatively inexpensive hotel (for the Bay Area) close to the shopping, restaurants, and movie theatre on Bay Street.
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Located in Emeryville within a 15 minute drive to the venue. Clean and modern hotel close to the shopping, restaurants, and movie theatre on Bay Street.