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Going to the Henry J. Kaiser Center? Stay Minutes Away.
Your Henry J. Kaiser Center Headquarters on the Waterfront
Newly reopened after a $100 million restoration, the historic Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts has brought concerts, theater, and culture back to the shore of Lake Merritt — and the smartest way to take it in is from a relaxing waterfront base nearby. If you're looking for a hotel near the Henry J. Kaiser Center, you're in the right place. Book direct at Executive Inn & Suites or Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel and enjoy hotel parking at just $17 per night, with both hotels just minutes from the venue and free breakfast each morning. Catch the show, then make a weekend of it.
- Historic Henry J. Kaiser Center at 10 Tenth Street, by Lake Merritt
- Under 10 minutes by car from both hotels
- Hotel parking: $17 per night (venue parking is limited)
- Lake Merritt BART, a short walk from the venue
- Free breakfast for registered guests
- Book direct for the best rate and availability
Executive Inn & Suites — Embarcadero Cove, Oakland
A waterfront Oakland hotel with 143 guest rooms including 19 suites. Many rooms feature a private balcony or patio with water views. Enjoy complimentary breakfast, a waterfront pool and spa, fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi, and on-site dining at The Cove. Just minutes from the Henry J. Kaiser Center and Lake Merritt.
- Hotel parking just $17 per night
- Free breakfast for registered guests
- Waterfront pool and spa
- Fitness center
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- On-site dining — The Cove
Make a weekend of it: Pair the show with an Oakland getaway and save up to 25% with our Stay Longer, Save More rate the longer you stay (some blackouts apply).
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel — Oakland
Just steps from Executive Inn & Suites on Oakland's Embarcadero, the Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel is another comfortable, highly rated option for the show. Enjoy a relaxing stay with breakfast included and parking at just $17 per night when you book direct.
- Hotel parking just $17 per night
- Free breakfast for registered guests
- Fitness center
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- On-site dining — The Cove (Executive Inn & Suites)
- Level 2 EV charging stations
Save more as a Best Western Rewards member. Join Best Western Rewards for free and unlock member-only rates — typically around 10% off the standard nightly rate at Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel. Membership is free, takes a couple of minutes to set up, and the discount applies right at booking.
The Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts
Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts — 10 Tenth Street, Oakland, CA 94607
One of Oakland's most anticipated comebacks, the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts reopened in January 2026 after a $100 million restoration of the historic 1914 Beaux-Arts building on the south shore of Lake Merritt. Formerly the Oakland Civic Auditorium, it now houses several event spaces under one roof — including the restored 1,500-seat Calvin Simmons Theatre, a grand arena, and elegant ballrooms — hosting concerts, theater, talks, and cultural events. It's a landmark setting just minutes from our waterfront hotels. See what's coming up and plan your stay around it.
- Historic 1914 Beaux-Arts landmark, reopened January 2026
- Calvin Simmons Theatre (~1,500 seats), arena, and ballrooms
- Concerts, theater, talks, and cultural events
- 10 Tenth Street, on the south shore of Lake Merritt
Getting Here — and Parking Smart
Both hotels sit on Oakland's Embarcadero Cove, just minutes from the Henry J. Kaiser Center on the south shore of Lake Merritt. Book direct, park at the hotel for just $17 per night, and choose how you get to the show.
From the Hotels to the Henry J. Kaiser Center
- Drive: under ten minutes
- Venue address: 10 Tenth Street, Oakland, CA 94607
- Limited paid parking near the building; additional garages a short distance away downtown
Hotel Addresses
- Executive Inn & Suites — 1755 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606
- Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel — 1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA
Your Transit Options
The Lake Merritt BART station is a short walk from the Henry J. Kaiser Center, and AC Transit serves the area, so you can leave the car at the hotel for $17 per night and ride in. Parking near the venue is limited, which makes transit an easy call.
Make a Night of It Nearby
The Center sits at the foot of Lake Merritt, near downtown and Chinatown — ringed by restaurants and a scenic lakeside path. Back on the waterfront, both hotels are minutes from Jack London Square and the Bay Trail. An easy way to turn a show into a full Oakland weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I stay near the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts?
Executive Inn & Suites and Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel are two waterfront Oakland hotels on Embarcadero Cove, just minutes from the Henry J. Kaiser Center at 10 Tenth Street by Lake Merritt. Both offer parking at just $17 per night and free breakfast when you book direct.
How far is the Henry J. Kaiser Center from the hotels?
Both hotels are under ten minutes by car from the Henry J. Kaiser Center on the south shore of Lake Merritt.
Where do I park at the Henry J. Kaiser Center?
Paid parking near the building is limited, with additional garages a short distance away downtown. Many guests park at the hotel for $17 per night and take BART or AC Transit instead.
How do I get to the Henry J. Kaiser Center on BART?
The Lake Merritt BART station is a short walk from the Center. Leave the car at the hotel and ride in — an easy choice given limited parking at the venue.
What's on at the Henry J. Kaiser Center?
Since reopening in January 2026, the Center hosts concerts, theater, talks, and cultural events across its restored spaces, including the Calvin Simmons Theatre. Check the official calendar for the latest schedule.
What else is there to do nearby?
The Center sits at the foot of Lake Merritt near downtown and Chinatown, with restaurants and a scenic lakeside path close by, and both hotels are minutes from Jack London Square's waterfront.
Can I stay the whole weekend?
Yes — make a weekend of it on Oakland's waterfront. Ask about our Stay Longer, Save More rate to save up to 25% the longer you stay (some blackouts apply).
Learn about our Value Adding Amenities
Complimentary Continental Breakfast
Start your day with or without carbs! We have a wonderful continental breakfast that includes individually packaged muffins and granola bars as well as hot breakfast sandwiches.
Complimentary WiFi
Our superfast WiFi impresses even meeting planners! We’ve had many virtual meetings held at the hotel and the connection speed impresses all. Most say “Whoa whoa whoa” but our nerdy tech staff have clocked it at 507 MB to download and 410 MB to upload, varies with devices.
Parking
Our parking is a great deal of only $17 per day* for standard size vehicles. If you have a bus full of people or require more than 1 parking space, we have plenty of free street parking right in front of the hotel.
In-Room Perks
All rooms have coffee makers, refrigerators and microwaves. We also have individually controlled air conditioning and heating.
Standard Stuff
Like most hotels, YES we have blow dryers, ironing boards, irons, shampoo and the like. But we also have should you have forgotten some essential toiletries at the front desk.
Outdoor Waterfront Pool
Even with so much to see and do in the Oakland area, it’s nice to have the option of relaxing poolside after a strenuous day of sightseeing (or business). You and your family can relax and have fun in – or around – our beautiful waterfront pool and spa.
Green is Clean
To save water, energy and less interruptions of guests, our hotel follows a green program that has is fully clean rooms after a three night stay.
Fitness Center
Our hotel fitness center includes a multi-purpose station as well as cardio equipment, allowing you to get an awesome workout in while you are away from home.
Electric Car Charging Station
We now offer two level 2 electric car charging stations that can charge at 80Amps. While you stay with us, charging is 100% complimentary!
Shuttle Service
Journey Through Oakland with Our Shuttle Service! We're excited to announce that starting June 1st, 2023, our 6-person shuttle service is returning to the streets of Oakland.
Explore Our Rooms
Gorgeous King Water View Suite
Pamper yourself with these luxurious well-appointed junior suites. Featuring a large open space to sprawl out and enjoy everything our suites have to offer.
Beautiful King Water View Room
Spacious well-appointment accommodations that are perfect for 1 or 2 people traveling on business or leisure whose goal is to relax and unwind.
Beautiful Double Queen Water View Room
These well-appointed rooms are perfect for 2 to 4 travelers. Relax on your balcony or walk-out patio and see why we are the ideal choice for any sized family.
Traditional King City View Room
Perfect for 1 or 2 travelers on a budget but are still looking to receive tons of great amenities.
Traditional Double Queen City View Room
Great for up to 4 people, 2 queen beds, that’s easier on the wallet while not missing out on the all important amenities.
Traditional King City View ADA Room
Handicap accessible rooms have the all important accessibility features without taking away from an amazing hotel experience.
See what our guests say
Very Satisfied
"We stayed at the hotel multiple times during January - February of this year due to the unexpected illness and hospitalization of my mother, at a nearby hospital.
I would like to compliment the General Manager on the wonderful staff you have. My mother passed away in February, but I will always remember the compassion and heartfelt concern your staff showed at a very difficult time in our lives, especially Mardy and Doris. They both exemplified the true meaning of customer service. Being from out of town, we stayed multiple times over a two week period and the accommodations and service were always excellent!
Definitely will stay there again. Absolutely enjoyed my stay in this beautiful waterfront hotel.
Comfortable room, friendly staff, great shuttle service and much more. Especially loved Mardy, who is kind, helpful, professional and friendly. Definitely will stay there again if I go back to Oakland!!"
Great Place to Stay!
"My husband and I stayed here many of times when we first started dating. This was my first time here since renovation. The hotel looks really beautiful. I love the décor in the rooms and lobby. the only thing I was not happy about was the shower head. No good pressure at all."
Low Price, Great Stay!
"Finally I’m giving reviews from my California trip in May, my first stay was from May 19 to May 22 the Executive Inn and suites in Oakland less than a 15 minute drive from the city of San Francisco taking the Bay Bridge.
I made the decision of staying here because the attractive price was less than 50 percent of the Hotel properties in the city of San Francisco and believe me I made the best financial decision.
This Hotel is a quite property but don’t be fooled it was almost fully booked, there is plenty of parking spaces and the area seemed to be safe. The property is located near the bay in an inner harbor in front of small island called Alameda are so it has beautiful views, I got lucky having those views.
The staff is friendly and the rooms and rest of the Hotel property was very clean including the bathroom; a major plus for me. The AC worked perfectly at the desired room temperature. All my family loved the complimentary breakfast offered in the property the menu was very extensive. There’s also a small convenience store inside the property in case you want a midnight snack.
Overall this is the perfect Hotel Property if you want to save a couple of hundred dollars if your going to visit the San Francisco-Oakland area."
