What's it like in Chinatown?

Chinatown is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Consider a visit to Oakland Museum of California as part of your Chinatown travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Chinatown?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Civic Center Lodge is the highest ranked property in Chinatown. This hotel offers free parking and free WiFi.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Chinatown, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Chinatown.

What are the top things to see and do in Chinatown?

Oakland Museum of California is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Chinatown. While you're out sightseeing, Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts and Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts are a couple of additional sights to visit in Oakland.

How can I get around Chinatown and the greater Oakland area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Lake Merritt Station is the closest metro station. You can travel across the water to another shore by taking a ferry.

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Our top choices for Chinatown hotels

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, teal walls, and a door leading to a bathroom.

1. Civic Center Lodge

Chinatown

Ruben

HK$706 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

2. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland, 0.5 km from Chinatown

Steve

HK$889 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

3. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

2.4 km from Chinatown

Ronald

HK$1,174 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

4. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

5.1 km from Chinatown

Jasmine

HK$1,497 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4.7 km from Chinatown

Robert

HK$1,215 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by buildings and greenery.

6. Marina Village Inn

1.7 km from Chinatown

frank

HK$826 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

7. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

11.2 km from Chinatown

Shea

HK$1,571 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with a pergola, glass railings, and a pathway leading to a covered deck.

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8.8 km from Chinatown

Jason

HK$1,309 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A stone facade entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a brick-paved area.

9. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Airport District, 10.1 km from Chinatown

Naga Mallika

HK$1,066 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

10. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

13.2 km from Chinatown

Nadine

HK$858 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

11. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

11.3 km from Chinatown

Sina

HK$1,923 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A spacious lobby with a chandelier, a checkered floor, and a view of the entrance.

12. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

7.9 km from Chinatown

Monique

HK$1,326 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

13. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

11.1 km from Chinatown

ninos

HK$1,986 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a central lounge.

14. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

19.8 km from Chinatown

Christian

HK$1,352 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

15. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

13.6 km from Chinatown

Mawel

HK$1,099 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

16. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.9 km from Chinatown

Richard

HK$1,419 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

17. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

12.1 km from Chinatown

Huy

HK$863 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

18. Comfort Inn by the Bay

13.9 km from Chinatown

Crystal

HK$960 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

19. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

13.2 km from Chinatown

Angelo

HK$1,501 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

An outdoor patio with modern seating, a fire feature, and string lights.

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North

19.6 km from Chinatown

Jeoffrey

HK$1,121 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

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Compare popular hotels in Chinatown

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Civic Center Lodge	2.0 star property	6.6 482 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,317 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Marina Village Inn	2.0 star property	7.8 Good 1,001 reviews	View

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Downtown Oakland

Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

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Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

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Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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