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Catching a Show at the Paramount? Stay Minutes Away.
Your Paramount Theatre Headquarters on the Waterfront
From the Oakland Symphony and Ballet to touring concerts, comedy, and classic-film nights, the landmark Paramount Theatre keeps downtown Oakland's stage lit all year — and the smartest way to do a show is from a relaxing waterfront base nearby. If you're looking for a hotel near the Paramount Theatre, 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 about ten minutes from the venue and free breakfast each morning. Catch the show, then make a weekend of it.
- Landmark Paramount Theatre at 2025 Broadway, downtown Oakland
- About 10 minutes by car from both hotels
- Hotel parking: $17 per night
- 19th Street BART, a couple of blocks 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. About ten minutes by car from the Paramount Theatre and downtown Oakland.
- 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
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The Paramount Theatre
Paramount Theatre — 2025 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612
The Paramount Theatre is one of the finest Art Deco landmarks in the country — a lavishly restored 1931 movie palace, now a National Historic Landmark and one of the Bay Area's premier performing-arts venues. Home to the Oakland Symphony and Oakland Ballet, the roughly 3,000-seat Paramount hosts a year-round mix of concerts, comedy, dance, classic-film nights, and touring productions in downtown Oakland. It's a showpiece worth seeing in its own right — and it's about ten minutes from our waterfront hotels. See what's on and plan your stay around it.
- Landmark 1931 Art Deco theater, capacity ~3,000
- Home of the Oakland Symphony and Oakland Ballet
- Concerts, comedy, dance, film, and more, year-round
- 2025 Broadway, downtown Oakland
Getting Here — and Parking Smart
Both hotels sit on Oakland's Embarcadero Cove, about ten minutes by car from the Paramount Theatre in downtown Oakland. Book direct, park at the hotel for just $17 per night, and choose how you get to the show.
From the Hotels to the Paramount
- Drive: approximately 10 minutes
- Venue address: 2025 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612
- Several nearby garages, including Telegraph Plaza Garage (2100 Telegraph) and lots off 19th and 21st, plus limited street parking
Hotel Addresses
- Executive Inn & Suites — 1755 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606
- Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel — 1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA
Your Transit Options
The 19th Street Oakland BART station is just a couple of blocks from the Paramount, so you can leave the car at the hotel for $17 per night and ride straight into downtown. Note the Paramount is a cashless venue.
Make a Night of It Nearby
The Paramount sits in the heart of downtown Oakland's theater district, steps from Uptown's restaurants and bars. 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 Paramount Theatre in Oakland?
Executive Inn & Suites and Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel are two waterfront Oakland hotels on Embarcadero Cove, about ten minutes from the Paramount Theatre at 2025 Broadway. Both offer parking at just $17 per night and free breakfast when you book direct.
How far is the Paramount from the hotels?
Both hotels are about ten minutes by car from the Paramount Theatre in downtown Oakland.
Where do I park for a show at the Paramount?
Several public garages sit near the Paramount, including the Telegraph Plaza Garage at 2100 Telegraph and lots off 19th and 21st streets, plus limited street parking. Many guests park at the hotel for $17 per night and take BART instead.
How do I get to the Paramount on BART?
The 19th Street Oakland BART station is a couple of blocks from the Paramount Theatre. Leave the car at the hotel and ride in.
What's playing at the Paramount?
The Paramount hosts concerts, comedy, dance, film nights, and Oakland Symphony and Ballet performances year-round. Check the official Paramount calendar for the latest schedule.
Is the Paramount cashless?
Yes — the Paramount Theatre is a cashless venue and accepts major cards and mobile payments. Plan accordingly for concessions and merchandise.
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).
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