Gaze east across the bay from San Francisco and you’ll lay eyes on its sister city, Oakland. While it may not be as famous as its neighbour, Oakland still offers a wealth of history, sights and experiences that make it a destination all its own.
Vibrant Jack London Square, sprawling Oakland Zoo, the Victorian architecture of Old Oakland, the art deco beauty of Fox and Paramount Theatres; there’s fun to be had no matter a tourist’s definition of the word.
But where to stay in Oakland? The perfect hotel will change from guest to guest, so here is a selection of the very best, grouped by the type of stay they offer.
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What is the best area to stay in Oakland?
Oakland is a rather large city, with famous sites found


