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Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

3.0 star property

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Property entrance
Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed) | Room amenity
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA, 94606
  • Place, Glad Tidings Church of God in Christ
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Merritt
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Oakland Museum of California
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed) | Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Oakland

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.

What's nearby

  • Glad Tidings Church of God in Christ - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Merritt - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lakeside Park and Garden Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Oakland Museum of California - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kaiser Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Oakland-Jack London Square Station - 3 min drive
  • Lake Merritt Station - 3 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lumpia Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪House Of Phin - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pho Huynh Hiep 1 - Kevin's Noodle House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ba Le Sandwich Shop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Sinaloa - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Bayside hotel with an outdoor pool, near Children's Fairyland
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel offers 81 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle up to 1 miles
  • Free train station drop-off shuttle from 5:00 AM to midnight
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Parking on site (USD 17 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Lounge - Steak/Salmon

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • 6,000 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2003
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 14 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 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

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Bayside Best Western
Best Western Bayside
Best Western Bayside Hotel
Best Western Bayside Plus
Best Western Plus Bayside
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel Oakland
Best Western Plus Bayside Oakland
Plus Bayside Hotel Oakland
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel Oakland
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel Hotel Oakland

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 633 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice amenities and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Sophie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Gene

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is nicely kept. Room was spacious enough for my group. Breakfast hours are perfect! Waffles fresh off the waffle maker were a bonus!
View from my balcony
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying here and we have enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELODY, SACRAMENTO

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome everything!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rommel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahida

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Large clean rooms, easy check in and check out. Hotel was quiet and conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Beautiful room right on the water. Super spacious, great bathroom, loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yonas

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
refrigerator was not working, soap was not sufficient, things were not the same as expressed in the description
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gervy James, Carson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Location in the clean unit nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was beautiful and the room was very clean with had in room coffee and wonderful bathtub
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay.

Very nice roomy comfortable room with beautiful views. Very friendly staff. Will come back again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Yvette

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was good but would’ve enjoyed having sausages or bacon with the meal. Location was right next to the freeway so it’s convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

mayra

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The bed sheets had a very bad smell the room overall is good thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zekun

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

mario

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mildred

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifull view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024