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Entire Guest House. Private Secure Estate With Amazing Views

Entire Guest House. Private Secure Estate With Amazing Views

Hayward, CA
The price is ￥15,055 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Alex Giualini Plaza Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of California State University East ...…

5/5Exceptional! (3 reviews)
It was excellent

"Host was very responsive"…"

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2021

Entire Guest House. Private Secure Estate With Amazing Views
Sitting on the Dock on the Bay

Sitting on the Dock on the Bay

Alameda, CA
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Located in West Alameda, this historic apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of USS Hornet Museum, Jack London Square, and Oakland Convention Center. Oakland ...…

4.2/5Excellent! (17 reviews)
Pleasant room

"The room was full of nice little thoughtful touches. Very clean and pleasant."…"

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2021

Sitting on the Dock on the Bay
Garden Studio in Montclair Hills

Garden Studio in Montclair Hills

Oakland, CA
The price is ￥7,040 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11

Located in Merriewood, this apartment building is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Telegraph Avenue and within 6 mi (10 km) of University of California, Berkeley and Greek ...…

5/5Exceptional! (1 review)
Cali Trip from KC

"This was a great place for one to two ppl! Location is great and very safe! We enjoyed our stay to the fullest!"…"

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2019

Garden Studio in Montclair Hills
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Cozy Studio Nestled in the Heart of West Oakland

Cozy Studio Nestled in the Heart of West Oakland

3 out of 5
3010 Adeline St, #211, Emeryville, CA
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Located in West Oakland, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Fox Theater, Paramount Theatre, and Oakland City Center. Kaiser Permanente Oakland ...…

Cozy Studio Nestled in the Heart of West Oakland
Backyard Haven -studio w/ Kitchenette

Backyard Haven -studio w/ Kitchenette

Oakland, CA
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Located in Dimond, this historic apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Children's Fairyland, RingCentral Coliseum, and Oakland Museum of California. Kaiser ...…

Backyard Haven -studio w/ Kitchenette
Stunning Alameda One Bedroom

Stunning Alameda One Bedroom

3.5 out of 5
1730 Pearl St, Alameda, CA
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Situated in Alameda, this apartment building is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from RingCentral Coliseum and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Oracle Arena. Jack London Square and Oakland ...…

5/5Exceptional! (1 review)

"Owner greeted me & offered to assist if needed, but was never intrusive. Loved the little patio. Thank you."…"

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2020

Stunning Alameda One Bedroom
Large 1 Bedroom With Fireplace

Large 1 Bedroom With Fireplace

Berkeley, CA
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Situated in Berkeley, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gourmet Ghetto and University of California, Berkeley. Greek Theater is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) ...…

3.8/5Good! (13 reviews)
UNIT MISREPRESENTED

"Owner needs to stay in their own property to properly equip it for occupancy. Very low rate unit! No lighting to back of house and very unstable long stairs. Property manager very responsive to our needs, but too little too late"…"

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2020

Large 1 Bedroom With Fireplace
Even More Affordable Vacation Rental In Alameda - Sf Bay Area

Even More Affordable Vacation Rental In Alameda - Sf Bay Area

2830 Central Ave, B, Alameda, CA
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Located in East End, this historic apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of RingCentral Coliseum, Jack London Square, and Oracle Arena. Oakland Museum of ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (96 reviews)
Very nice & a great location

"We stayed here in mid-November for 4 nts; our 7 yr old granddaughter stayed one night on the pull-out sofa. Access was no problem & the host was very easy to reach. The unit is small, but well laid out. When the pull-out sofa is extended, there very little room to sit and watch TV, or hang out. We ..."…"

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2020

Even More Affordable Vacation Rental In Alameda - Sf Bay Area
Cozy and Convenient 1bd in Alameda

Cozy and Convenient 1bd in Alameda

Alameda, CA
The price is ￥11,914 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8

Located in East End, this apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of RingCentral Coliseum, Jack London Square, and Oracle Arena. Oakland Museum of California ...…

Cozy and Convenient 1bd in Alameda
Cozy Oakland 1 Bedroom

Cozy Oakland 1 Bedroom

3.5 out of 5
1019 83rd Avenue, Oakland, CA
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Situated in Oakland, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Oracle Arena, RingCentral Coliseum, and Oakland Zoo. Oakland Museum of California and Oakland ...…

Cozy Oakland 1 Bedroom
Affordable Vacation Rental in Alameda - SF Bay Area

Affordable Vacation Rental in Alameda - SF Bay Area

Alameda, CA
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Located in East End, this historic apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of RingCentral Coliseum, Jack London Square, and Oracle Arena. Oakland Museum of ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (78 reviews)
Alameda Victorian

"Great location and very clean! Cute Victorian with nice touches. Check-in difficult. Lock box hard to use."…"

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2020

Affordable Vacation Rental in Alameda - SF Bay Area
Large and Lovely 3 Bedroom Flat

Large and Lovely 3 Bedroom Flat

3 out of 5
625 22nd St, Oakland, CA
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Located in Uptown Oakland, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Paramount Theatre and Fox Theater. Oakland City Center and Oakland Convention ...…

Large and Lovely 3 Bedroom Flat
Aesthetically Elegant Downstairs Unit in Oakland

Aesthetically Elegant Downstairs Unit in Oakland

Oakland, CA
The price is ￥9,423 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15

Located in Glenview, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Children's Fairyland, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, and Oakland Museum of California. ...…

Aesthetically Elegant Downstairs Unit in Oakland
OverEasy - Cozy Centrally Located Apartment

OverEasy - Cozy Centrally Located Apartment

Emeryville, CA
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Located in Paradise Park, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Telegraph Avenue, University of California, Berkeley, and Kaiser Permanente Oakland ...…

4/5Very Good! (1 review)
central spot, cozy and friendly

"lots of parking, easy to access, comfortable home. Paget and Philippe were very helpful and friendly., I would stay again"…"

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2017

OverEasy - Cozy Centrally Located Apartment
OverEasy - Cozy Centrally Located Apartment

OverEasy - Cozy Centrally Located Apartment

Emeryville, CA
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Located in Paradise Park, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Telegraph Avenue, University of California, Berkeley, and Kaiser Permanente Oakland ...…

4.6/5Wonderful! (19 reviews)
quiet spot in walkable & diverse neighborhood

"our stay= a lovely low key experience people in the neighborhood were nice the area was quiet (& that was over New Year’s!) the owners were helpful & welcoming the rental was clean, had sunlight and a well equipped kitchen what a great place to begin the new year"…"

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2020

OverEasy - Cozy Centrally Located Apartment
Downtown Alameda 2 BR 2BA Victorian Apt. With Parking

Downtown Alameda 2 BR 2BA Victorian Apt. With Parking

Alameda, CA
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Located in the heart of Alameda, this historic apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of USS Hornet Museum, Jack London Square, and RingCentral Coliseum. ...…

4.8/5Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Charming Victorian Home

"We had a wonderful time during our stay in Alameda. This charming home is located a few short blocks from the heart of Alameda. It’s a very short walk to many fine restaurants and interesting shops and a very short jog from a bay front running path. The kitchen has everything you might need and the ..."…"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2019

Downtown Alameda 2 BR 2BA Victorian Apt. With Parking
Berkeley Apartment 2 Mins Walking to UC Berkeley Extension

Berkeley Apartment 2 Mins Walking to UC Berkeley Extension

3 out of 5
Delaware Street 1921, Berkeley, CA
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Located in North Berkeley, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Gourmet Ghetto and University of California, Berkeley. Greek Theater and Berkeley ...…

Berkeley Apartment 2 Mins Walking to UC Berkeley Extension
Beautiful Central Alameda Home

Beautiful Central Alameda Home

Alameda, CA
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Situated in Alameda, this apartment building is 3 mi (4.8 km) from USS Hornet Museum and within 6 mi (10 km) of Jack London Square and RingCentral Coliseum. ...…

5/5Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Great location, great space

"The rental was in a nice location, close to restaurants. Parking was available on site. It was very spacious and comfortable and just as lovely/charming as it appears in the photos, with surprising modern updates."…"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2020

Beautiful Central Alameda Home
Cozy Eclectic 1br Island-vibe Oasis In Hayward 1 Bedroom Apts

Cozy Eclectic 1br Island-vibe Oasis In Hayward 1 Bedroom Apts

3.5 out of 5
921 E Lewelling Boulevard, Hayward, CA
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Located in Ashland, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Golden Tee Golfland, Hayward City Hall, and Hayward Japanese Gardens. Alex Giualini Plaza ...…

Cozy Eclectic 1br Island-vibe Oasis In Hayward 1 Bedroom Apts
Quaint And Charming 2br Apt In Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Apts

Quaint And Charming 2br Apt In Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Apts

3.5 out of 5
5924 Fremont Street, Emeryville, CA
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Located in Golden Gate, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Telegraph Avenue, University of California, Berkeley, and Kaiser Permanente Oakland ...…

Quaint And Charming 2br Apt In Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Apts
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The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

2.5 out of 5
68 Monarch Bay Dr, San Leandro, CA
The price is ￥8,676 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
4.4/5Excellent! (1,446 reviews)

"Just a nice clean hotel with beautiful views, friendly staff and easy access to freeway and lots of shops near by. Definitely going to come back for a weekend getaway"…"

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2021

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

3 out of 5
1800 Powell Street, Emeryville, CA
The price is ￥10,771 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
4.1/5Very Good! (956 reviews)

"Clean, Good Price, Nice Ocean Views, Nice Staff. I do recommend"…"

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2021

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

3.5 out of 5
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA
The price is ￥13,810 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
3.9/5Good! (1,213 reviews)

"We enjoyed the lovely view from our room and the walking paths about the area"…"

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2021

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
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Staying in an Apartment in Oakland

You'll find plenty of places to stay in Oakland with 216 hotels and other accommodation options to select from, including 39 apartments. You might want to check out the renowned opera and great live music while you're in the area. Oakland Museum of California and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive are top attractions to discover.

Why choose an apartment versus a traditional hotel? Apartments are often more spacious than a traditional hotel room and come with a kitchen, so you can enjoy some home-cooked meals.

Best Time to Visit Oakland

Though weather is just one factor, it can have an impact on your travel plans, especially when planning a longer stay. And since apartments often have stricter cancellation policies, it's good to understand these weather averages before you book your trip.

  • The hottest months are typically September and August, while January and December are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 18°C and nighttime temperatures average 7°C
  • April-June: 22°C is the daytime average and 10°C is the nighttime average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 24°C and nighttime averages are around 13°C
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 23°C during the day and 7°C at night
  • Average rainfall is 597 inches in a year

Things to Do in Oakland

Oakland is well regarded for its opera and live music. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley and Tilden Regional Park, or simply take in cultural attractions like Oakland Museum of California and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. You can also visit some other popular places in town including Greek Theater and Chabot Space and Science Center.

Oakland is also notable for its:
  • Sports
  • Architecture
  • Cafes

How to Get to Oakland and Around the Area

Fly into Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), which is located 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Hayward, CA (HWD-Hayward Executive), which is 13 mi (20.9 km) away.

Walk to nearby metro stations like 12th St - Oakland City Center Station, 19th St Station and Lake Merritt Station. If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from Oakland-Jack London Square Station, Emeryville Station or Berkeley Station.

Frequently asked questions

What's it like to stay at an apartment in Oakland?
You’ll find 152 apartments to choose from in Oakland for your stay. You might want to check out the great live music and renowned opera while you’re in the area. Jack London Square and Oracle Arena are top sights worth a visit.
Are you thinking about apartments over traditional hotel rooms?
Often offering more space than a traditional hotel room, an apartment comes with a kitchen, so you can cook some of your meals. Apartments are ideal for families who want the conveniences of home, and also for couples looking for something with a more local feel.
What's the top apartment I should consider for a stay in Oakland?
Below is a top apartment to consider: Entire Guest House. Private Secure Estate With Amazing Views: Private patios, fireplaces, and separate dining areas are included.
How many apartments will I find in Oakland?
Expedia has 172 apartments to book in Oakland.
What can I expect from the weather when I travel to Oakland?
Though weather is just one factor, it can really affect your travel plans, especially if you’re planning an extended stay in Oakland. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Oakland is 24 inches.
What are the must-see places to visit in Oakland?
Oakland is well regarded for its theater scene and live music. Oakland Museum of California and Oakland Zoo are a couple of family-friendly sights, whereas cultural attractions include Fox Theater and Paramount Theatre. You can also visit some other popular places in town, such as Jack London Square and Oracle Arena.
What's the best way to get to and around Oakland?
Knowing a bit about the transportation options can you save you a headache when you get to your destination. Fly into Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is located 7.1 mi (11.5 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 14.6 mi (23.5 km) away. Walk to nearby metro stations like 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station, 19th St Station, and Lake Merritt Station.

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