Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • 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, Oakland Museum of California
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Merritt
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

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

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

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

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

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About this property

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Bayside hotel with free breakfast and free local area shuttle
An outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free buffet breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, a free area shuttle and a free shopping centre shuttle. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business centre and Access to hot tub are on-site.
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel offers 81 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel. During your stay, you'll be close to Children's Fairyland. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free train station drop-off service.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Enjoy ocean views while dining at The Lounge - Steak/Salmon
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • 6 minutes by car from Children's Fairyland and 6 minutes from Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
  • Free train station drop-off, local-area and shopping centre shuttle service
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A 24-hour business centre and 5 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 6000 square feet (557 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel also features a vending machine, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. An area shuttle within 1 miles, A ferry terminal shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Oakland hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 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
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 14 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 14 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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
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Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel Oakland
Best Western Plus Bayside Oakland
Plus Bayside Hotel Oakland
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Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 634 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We are repeat visitors to this property because of cleanliness, comfort, beauty, and safety. The staff is welcoming and accommodating. This visit was because of a loved one’s funeral. I had some of the best sleep I’d had in a long time— something that can be difficult during periods of intense grief. The view of the Embarcadero is beautiful and comforting. This remains our preferred hotel for stays in the Bay Area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jordan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was scenic and could be nicer as the area was pretty rough the water view was nice other then the mattress along the shore. Room was clean and nice. Hot tub hets didnt work and had to goto the next hotel for the pool and hottub.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hallway of level 3 smelled like pee.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

OLIVIA

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

No balcony, no hot tub.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tareana

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and drink options and friendly staffs
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estefany

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful View
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

DESHAN

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simran

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and clean rooms, good hearty breakfast, lovely view if you get a water-side room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sara, Carmel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was large, clean, mostly comfortable and well appointed with good amenities. Especially loved the lighted make-up mirror. Bathroom tiles and sink had cracks, there was some kind of liquid stain on the bathroom wall, shower was tepid and no hot water in the sink, the mattress was hard and uncomfortable but the pillows were great. The property is clean and well maintained and the view of the estuary is beautiful. We arrived at 3:15 and was told our room would be ready in half an hour and they would text me. At 4:00, I went back to the front desk and was told it would be another 40 minutes. We were given our keys at 4:30 for a 3:00 guaranteed check-in. The front desk agents were kind and apologetic and offered what was in their scope to try and recover the situation, but it was beyond redeemable. I was traveling with my 89-year old mother who needed to rest and prepare for a family event at 5:00. We missed that event. I travel a lot and this is the absolute worst check-in I have experienced. When we first arrived, there were about half a dozen guests all waiting for their rooms. As they each got their rooms and other arriving guests got their’s, it was extremely frustrating to sit in the lobby for an hour and a half. The appalling check-in set the tone for this review, which might seem harsh since everything else was fine, but I am still mad about it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Welda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Welda

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I have a lot to say about the Evening auditor. Never have I ever felt so disrespected and outright lied to about Company Policy to not give a guest Eating utensil to enjoy his meal in his room. First I was told " we don't have any forks" When I called her on it mentioning I ate breakfast with one! Then to next lie is giving guest a fork was against company policy. Lie after lie to keep from walking 20ft to the room off the dining hall where the utensils are kept. I will be contacting Your Corporate Office. I use Best Western and Bonvoy 200 times a year. I love that particular Hotel. But If I am going to be treated like a bum because I asked for a fork to enjoy a meal I bought from th Executive Suite Bar no less!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff, would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cora

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coreen

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

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

8/10 Good

Laila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent hotel with nice view

Overall it is a decent place to stay. Great views over the water if you get that side. Breakfast was decent morning fare you get at a hotel included. Generous rooms and comfortable bed. The one issue was hot water. First day I got it after 5 mins and the second it didn’t get above cool. It’s an Uber to Oakland or pretty much anywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025