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Pokémon World Championships 2026. Stay Across the Bay.
Your Bay Area Home Base for Pokémon Worlds Weekend
The 2026 Pokémon World Championships land in San Francisco from Friday, August 28 through Sunday, August 30, bringing the best trainers on the planet to Moscone Center for the biggest weekend on the Pokémon calendar — capped by Championship Sunday at Chase Center and joined by PokémonXP, the first official Pokémon fan convention of its kind. With more than 50,000 people expected in the city, San Francisco rooms go fast and go high. Stay across the bay instead. Book direct at Executive Inn & Suites or Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel and settle into a relaxing waterfront home base — with parking at just $17 per night, free breakfast each morning, and an easy BART or ferry ride to both venues.
- Worlds & PokémonXP — August 28–30, 2026, Moscone Center
- Championship Sunday Grand Finals at Chase Center
- Celebrating Pokémon's 30th anniversary
- Hotel parking just $17 per night
- Free breakfast for registered guests
- BART or the Oakland ferry across the bay
Executive Inn & Suites — Embarcadero Cove, Oakland
A waterfront Oakland hotel with 143 guest rooms including 19 suites, many with a private balcony or patio and water views. Enjoy complimentary breakfast, a waterfront pool and spa, fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi, and on-site dining at The Cove. Just across the bay from Moscone Center — a calm place to recharge after three big days of Worlds.
- 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
Book the FAN rate for our best available pricing on a waterfront stay during Worlds weekend.
Coming for all three days? 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 Worlds weekend. 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
- Level 2 EV charging stations
- Minutes from BART and the Oakland ferry toward San Francisco
Save more as a Best Western Rewards member. Join for free and unlock member-only rates — typically around 10% off the standard nightly rate. Membership takes a couple of minutes and the discount applies right at booking.
2026 Pokémon World Championships & PokémonXP — Moscone Center and Chase Center
Moscone Center — 747 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Chase Center (Championship Sunday) — 1 Warriors Way, San Francisco, CA 94158
From Friday, August 28 through Sunday, August 30, 2026, San Francisco hosts the 2026 Pokémon World Championships — the capstone of the competitive Pokémon season, and this year a milestone marking Pokémon's 30th anniversary. Trainers who spent the season earning Championship Points from regions around the world converge on Moscone Center to battle for world titles across the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Video Game Championships, Pokémon GO, and Pokémon UNITE, with the competitive debut of Pokémon Champions on the main stage. Running alongside it is PokémonXP, the first official Pokémon fan convention of its kind, bringing panels, workshops, performances, special guests, cosplay, and a Pokémon Center pop-up store to the same halls. For the first time ever, Championship Sunday moves across town to Chase Center for the Grand Finals. Organizers expect more than 50,000 people across the weekend.
- Friday, August 28 — Day one preliminary rounds; PokémonXP opens at Moscone Center
- Saturday, August 29 — Day two, Advanced Swiss rounds and Top Cut
- Sunday, August 30 — Championship Sunday, Grand Finals at Chase Center
- Titles contested — Pokémon TCG, VGC, Pokémon GO, Pokémon UNITE, and Pokémon Champions
An important note for planning: entry badges for both the World Championships and PokémonXP are sold out, and a Sunday Moscone pass is not the same as arena access for the Chase Center finals — check your confirmation for exactly what your pass includes. Competition streams are also broadcast for fans following along from outside the halls.
Getting to Moscone Center & Chase Center — from Across the Bay
Both Worlds venues sit in San Francisco, about 15 miles across the bay from our hotels. With 50,000-plus attendees and street closures expected around SoMa, the smart move is to leave the car at the hotel and take transit.
Hotel Addresses
- Executive Inn & Suites — 1755 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606
- Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel — 1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA
Getting There
- To Moscone Center (747 Howard St) — BART into San Francisco, exit at Powell St or Montgomery St Station, then a short walk into SoMa.
- To Chase Center (1 Warriors Way) — BART to Montgomery St, then Muni Metro's T-Third line into Mission Bay. Championship Sunday only.
- Ferry — The San Francisco Bay Ferry from nearby Jack London Square drops you at the SF Ferry Building, a scenic arrival with an easy Muni connection.
- Driving — Roughly 20–30 minutes across the Bay Bridge without traffic, but downtown parking is limited and expensive during a major event.
Make a Weekend of It
Back on the Oakland side, Jack London Square is minutes from both hotels: waterfront restaurants, Yoshi's for live music, a beer garden with bowling, and the Bay Trail along the estuary — a relaxed way to decompress after a long day of battles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I stay for the Pokémon World Championships?
Executive Inn & Suites and Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel are two waterfront Oakland hotels on Embarcadero Cove, just across the bay from Moscone Center. With more than 50,000 people expected in San Francisco that weekend, staying in Oakland is a smart way to find a comfortable room at a better value — with parking at just $17 per night, free breakfast, and easy BART access to both venues.
When and where are the 2026 Pokémon World Championships?
Worlds runs Friday, August 28 through Sunday, August 30, 2026. Most of the competition and the PokémonXP fan convention take place at Moscone Center (747 Howard St), with Championship Sunday's Grand Finals at Chase Center (1 Warriors Way).
What is PokémonXP?
PokémonXP is the first official Pokémon fan convention of its kind, running alongside the World Championships at Moscone Center. It brings panels, workshops, performances, special guests, cosplay, and a Pokémon Center pop-up store to the same weekend.
Can I still get tickets or badges?
Entry badges for both the World Championships and PokémonXP are sold out, and you can't enter Moscone Center without one. Keep an eye on the official site for any updates, and note that matches are streamed for fans following along. Also worth knowing: a Sunday Moscone pass is not the same as arena access for the Chase Center finals.
How do I get from Oakland to Moscone Center and Chase Center?
Both venues are an easy trip across the bay. Take BART into San Francisco and exit at Powell St or Montgomery St for Moscone (a short walk through SoMa), or connect to Muni Metro's T-Third line for Chase Center in Mission Bay. The San Francisco Bay Ferry from nearby Jack London Square is a scenic alternative. With street closures and heavy demand expected around SoMa, transit beats driving.
Is this a good weekend for families?
Yes. Pokémon Worlds weekend draws trainers and fans of every age, and PokémonXP is built as a celebration for all ages. Our waterfront hotels give families a quieter, more relaxed home base, with free breakfast each morning before heading across the bay.
What else is happening that weekend?
The San Francisco Giants host Pokémon Worlds Night at Oracle Park on Thursday, August 27, with a post-game Pokémon drone show and Pokémon GO activity around the ballpark — a great way to kick off the weekend before Worlds begins.
Should I book for the whole weekend?
With three full days of competition and fan events, staying multiple nights saves you the back-and-forth. 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.
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"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."
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"We've stayed at this hotel by the water for a number of years. It seems to be getting better. Good quality, terrific value for its location and amenities. Lovely setting. Comes with breakfast and free newspaper with in-room coffee. Solid mattress. Large comfortable lobby. Really - you can't beat this place. Oh! And airport pick up, no less!"
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"Beautiful, large room with lovely estuary view & comfy bed. Slept so well, we did not get up in time for the breakfast at 10am. The hotel shuttle drove us to & from the gorgeous Jack London Square restaurants & shops. Beautiful lobby & reception areas. Our NYE party waiters were attentive to every request & need in addition to a dance floor with surrounding tables and comfortable seating. The delicious desserts added to our fabulous evening of Joannie Brant & The Nob Hill Knights music."
