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4.5/5
Based on 1111 guest reviews
- Outdoor pool at hotel
- The Avg. Group Saves 18.1%!
- Access to gym on-site
- 81 sleeping rooms in hotel
- 3 floors in property
- 81 suites in property
- Check in: 3:00pm
- Hotel has a green policy
- Group friendly rating of 10.0/10
- 5 meeting rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Check Rates1 King Bed Full Breakfast Water View Larger Room Sofa Bed Microwave, Refrigerator
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Check Rates2 Queen Beds Full Breakfast Water View Larger Room Balcony Microwave, Refrigerator
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Check Rates2 Queen Beds Larger Room Balcony Water View Microwave and Refrigerator Sofa Full Breakfast
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Check RatesAAA CAA Rate 1 King Bed Full Breakfast Water View Balcony Microwave, Refrigerator
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Check RatesAAA CAA Rate 1 Queen Bed Full Breakfast Water View Balcony Microwave, Refrigerator
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Local Attractions
Located on the Oakland waterfront, halfway between the Oakland airport and Jack London Square. Close to BART, the ferry to San Francisco, Amtark. Our free local shuttle gets you you all these and more. Close to Oakland's "vibrant restaurant and arts scene". Jack London Square, Lake Merritt and Ferryland are close and many parks and trails of all sorts (cannabis to vegan) are also highlights of Oakland.
Landmarks and Location of Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
Verified Reviews of Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Our stay was better than we imagined!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
This was our first time staying here and we were very impressed. From the front desk to our room, everything was so neat and clean and the staff was very accommodating. This is our new place to stay while visiting family in Alameda.
Janis G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
08-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Nov 07 to Wed Nov 08 2023 at a $185.99 average nightly rate. 
"This our new place to stay!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The Best Western Bayside Hotel is our new place to stay!
Janis G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
08-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Nov 07 to Wed Nov 08 2023 at a $185.99 average nightly rate. "Excellent Service"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Amber provided exemplary service!
Latonya B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
27-Aug-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 26 to Mon Aug 28 2023 at a $174.00 average nightly rate. Property Description
Welcome to the Sunny side of the Bay!The Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel is the #1 rated hotel in Oakland. Guests comment on our "impeccable staff", "spacious rooms", "amazing views" and "modern lobby".Our boutique-style hotel features very spacious rooms with many amenities including comp wifi, comp breakfast, refrigerators, coffee makers and micowavesWe also offer complimentary buffet breakfast, fitness center, pool, hot tub, free wired and wireless internet.Our meeting space is located next door.We have a shuttle that is outbound only and takes guests to Jack London Square, BART (train) and downtown Oakland. It's a 6-person van, limited hours, sign up at the front desk.
Green Sustainability
Bayside Hotel Oakland has received TripAdvisor''s Greenleader Silver Award. This means that the hotel meets environmental standards that are 40 percent above an established base level. Developed in partnership with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency''s ENERGY STAR® program, the U.S. Green Building Council, and the United Nations Environment Programme. Qualifying hotels and B&Bs are awarded TripAdvisor GreenLeaders status based on the green practices the property has in place.Electric Car Charging Station - The Bayside Hotel Oakland also provides an Electric Vehicle Charging Station as a part of its strong green program.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3:00pm |
| Check Out: | noon |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2013 |
| Floors: | 3 |
| Rooms: | 81 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 81 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 4 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 50 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 31 |
| Suites: | 81 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | As Needed |
| Meeting Rooms: | 5 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 4083 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 257 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.5 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 1.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 5pm - 10pm |
| Pool Info: Outdoor heated seasonal pool | |
| Ownership: | East Bay Hotels LLC |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Groups as per contract, typically 30 days. | |
| Nightly Parking: | 15 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
| Total Taxes: | 14.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Occupancy Tax: | 14.20% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 10.25% (Sales Tax for meeting) |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 1.50 Per Night (Tourism fee) |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 20.00% (Service fee - meetings) |
| Cleaning Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Porterage Fee: | 6.00 Per Day (only if requested) |
| Gym Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Spa Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Additional Person Fee: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 20.00% |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 20.00% |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 16.00 Per Person (Comp if sleeping room) |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 26.00 Per Person (Banquets only) |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 16.00 Per Person (Comp if sleeping room gue) |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 30.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 30.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 25.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 50.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 48.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 48.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Soda: | 3.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 3.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 11.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 35.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
Amenities / Features
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Shower
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV room
Airport & Shuttle Information
Oakland International5.8 miles
Local Shuttle Info: We have a shuttle that is outbound only and takes guests to Jack London Square, BART (train) and downtown Oakland. It's a 6-person van, limited hours, sign up at the front desk.
Breakfast Information
complimentary buffet breakfast served from 6am to 10am.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Parking Info
$15 a night for overnight guests, limited to space size.FREE STREET PARKING FOR BUSES.Free day-use parking for meeting attendees.
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary High Speed Internet. WiFi and hardwired available. Fastest WiFi of any Oakland hotel.
Cleaning Policies
We use hospital-grade cleaning products and self-packaged in-room amenities for safety. We're certified Clean+ Safe by the California Lodging & Hotel Association.
About Best Western Plus
- Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk
- Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available
- FREE high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access
- Breakfast is available
- For the upper mid-scale market, including upgraded amenities and enhanced style and comfort.
The Best Western Plus highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Brown Sugar Kitchen - A renowned soul food restaurant located 1 mile from the hotel.
- Lunch: Bocanova - A waterfront Latin American restaurant located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Yoshi's Oakland - A popular jazz club and Japanese restaurant located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Jack London Square - A vibrant waterfront area with shops, restaurants, and entertainment located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Blue Bottle Coffee - A popular coffee shop known for its artisanal coffee located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Forge Pizza - A gourmet pizza place with a lively atmosphere located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Hawker Fare - A trendy Southeast Asian street food restaurant located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Oakland Museum of California - A museum showcasing California's art, history, and natural sciences located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Beauty's Bagel Shop - A local favorite for delicious bagels and breakfast sandwiches located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Chop Bar - A farm-to-table restaurant serving American comfort food located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Homeroom - A cozy restaurant specializing in mac and cheese dishes located 1.3 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Lake Merritt - A scenic lake surrounded by parks and gardens, perfect for a leisurely stroll or picnic, located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
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Group vs. Individual Rates at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
The graph above is trends of room rates for both our group rates and the lowest online individual prices our rate checker could find at the time the group/meeting offer was placed. The best group/meeting rate displayed is 34.6% in the month of February 2023 and the highest average individual rate is $227 in the month of February 2023. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel.
Feel free to use the Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Oakland event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| The Cove | 22 x 16 x 9 | 352 | 20/-- | 15 | 14 | -- | 14 | 18 | --/-- | 30 | 25 | -- |
Close This The CoveWi-Fi and White Board included in room, Natural Lighting.Third Floor Meeting Room. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 352 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 22 x 16 x 9 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
We offer discounts based on the number of guestrooms, time of day, and day of week.  | ||||||||||||
| Bayside Room | 52 x 37 x 9 | 1924 | 120/-- | 76 | 80 | 46 | 55 | -- | 12/10 | 120 | 180 | -- |
Close This Bayside RoomThis meeting room is at our sister property next door- just steps away, sharing the parking lot.Beautiful view of the Embarcadero Estuary.WIFI included in room rentalOther items may require additional rental or outside AV services Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1924 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 37 x 9 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 10 Columns: 0 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $1350.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $150.00 USD We offer discounts based on the number of guestrooms, time of day, and day of week.    | ||||||||||||
| The Embarcadero Room | 36 x 24 x 9 | 999 | 56/-- | 49 | 35 | 20 | 30 | -- | 5/-- | 90 | 70 | -- |
Close This The Embarcadero RoomLocated steps away at our sister hotel...the room includes wifi and white board included in roomsome items may require additional rental or outside AV services Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 999 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 36 x 24 x 9 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $995.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $150.00 USD We offer discounts based on the number of guestrooms, time of day, and day of week.    | ||||||||||||
| Harbor Meeting Room | 29 x 13 x 0 | 312 | --/16 | -- | 15 | -- | -- | 14 | --/-- | 30 | 24 | -- |
Close This Harbor Meeting RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 312 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 29 x 13 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $550.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $75.00 USD We offer discounts based on the number of guestrooms, time of day, and day of week. | ||||||||||||
| Lighthouse Room | 31 x 16 x 0 | 496 | --/32 | -- | 18 | -- | 21 | 24 | --/-- | 50 | 30 | -- |
Close This Lighthouse RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 496 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 31 x 16 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $775.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $75.00 USD We offer discounts based on the number of guestrooms, time of day, and day of week. | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is noon based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel have?
There are 81 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel?
Yes, they have 5 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel?
complimentary buffet breakfast served from 6am to 10am.
What parking is available at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel?
$15 a night for overnight guests, limited to space size.FREE STREET PARKING FOR BUSES.Free day-use parking for meeting attendees.
How much does internet cost?
Complimentary High Speed Internet. WiFi and hardwired available. Fastest WiFi of any Oakland hotel.
Can I get a AAA rate at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel?
Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA CAA Rate 1 King Bed Full Breakfast Water View Balcony Microwave, Refrigerator
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor heated seasonal pool.
Can I get a group rate at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 18.1%.
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