At Civic Center Lodge you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Jack London Square and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from San Francisco Bay. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Downtown Oakland hotel include Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum and Oakland Arena.
What's nearby
Oakland Museum of California - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Lake Merritt - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Jack London Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Oakland Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Fox Theater - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Lake Merritt Station - 4 min walk
Oakland-Jack London Square Station - 10 min walk
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
C&M Bistro
Dave & Busters
Nido’s Backyard - 7 min walk
Mad Oak Bar - 9 min walk
Xingones - 6 min walk
About this property
Civic Center Lodge
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business centre on site. Civic Center Lodge also features express check-in and express check-out. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Oakland hotel.
1 building
32 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Business facilities
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-in
Express check-out
Storage area for luggage
Smoking in designated areas
Civic Center Lodge offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Property is also known as
Civic Center Lodge Oakland
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Civic Center Lodge?
Civic Center Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is parking available at Civic Center Lodge?
Yep, Civic Center Lodge has a free self car park.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Civic Center Lodge?
No, Civic Center Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Civic Center Lodge?
Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at Civic Center Lodge?
No, pets are not allowed.
Civic Center Lodge Reviews
Reviews
6.6
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 467 reviews
10 - Excellent
99
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 467 reviews
8 - Good
136
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 467 reviews
6 - Okay
101
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 467 reviews
4 - Poor
58
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 467 reviews
2 - Terrible
73
7.2/10
Cleanliness
6.8/10
Staff & service
6.2/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Ruben
25 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This is a very standard motel, not the best location, but the important thing that it is near the BART station just minutes away. So if you’re going to San Francisco, it’s a good location to stay.
The staff are very nice and helpful, the location is two blocks from BART and within walking distance of Chinatown and the Jack London Square area. On Sundays, the Laney Flea Market is literally across the street, so that was neat too.
Charles
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Ruben
4 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean. Bedding was not all that great in terms of comfort. The big plus is that it is conveniently located near a BART station. Unfortunately there is a homeless encampment nearby.
The location is questionable, and they requested a $100 cash deposit before conducting check in Additionally, they were unable to accept a card as a form of payment.
Brenden
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Regina
3 Sept 2024
It's an old family ran motel. The area is sketch, but I felt safe & had no issues during my stay. Only downside, by choice, very limited English speaking by the front desk.
This is a clean, well lit budget property. The room was very clean and the shower was hot. This is the kind of place where you need a clean place to sleep, don't need amenities, want to support a small business and don't get too upset about the run down areas of Oakland.
A staff is so rude. I think he is owner’s son. He yelled at me in a non-English language when I checked-in. I was just confused.
Owner is not polite, but I guess it is acceptable.
Deposit is 100 dollars. Cash only. Thank God I had 100 dollars. No receipt for the deposit. I was worried, but it was returned.
The hostel is close to the highway. If you are too tired, you can have rest. I was super tired, so it was fine.
Kazuma
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
1 Sept 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The front desk guy was relatedt to the grinch. That says it all.
I’ve been staying here for years for work. Yes they require 100 cash deposit. Yes, they can be rude. Yes, the area isn’t the best. But they are good people, friendly most of the time
The family that owns this place are rude. Like the entire family. The only thing that makes this motel at all ok is the price. The microwave is unusable. The shower does not drain. The parking spots are super narrow. The fridge is almost useless. The TV is tiny. I would have stayed here again if it weren't for how unnecessarily the owners are rude. I will stay in a worse part of town just so I know I'm not giving those people my money.
Stay a night and find out. Horrible experience will literally never repeat.
The room was fine. Kitchenette, fridge with working freezer, and microwave were great. The one surprise was that the required a cash deposit and didn’t give a receipt for the cash.
Amanda
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Sharlana
8 Mar 2025
Cash only business. The front desk lady was unprofessional.
Sharlana
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Kevin
8 Oct 2025
Disliked: Staff & service
After notifying the motel of late arrival due to an Amtrak safety issue requiring Stockton police involvement, I was unable to provide a definitive time on arrival so was told reservation would be cancelled. Agent on phone rude & condescending. So booked elsewhere
Run down hotel, room has mold stench, and extremely rude customer service. I would never stay at this trash hotel again and the dilapidated building should be demolished.
Grant
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Regina
25 Nov 2024
Disliked: Staff & service
Front office has very rude man, who purposely gives you a hard time, like saying booking is not on file. Basically, you get what you pay for, a very old motel, clean property but junk encampment at the corner.