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Here for RSAC? Stay on the Sunny Side of the Bay.
Your RSA Conference Headquarters — On the Sunny Side of the Bay
RSAC week packs San Francisco and sends hotel rates soaring — so here's the savvy move: stay across the bay in Oakland and BART straight in. Our two waterfront hotels put you about 20 minutes from Moscone Center, with parking at just $17 per night, free breakfast before the keynotes, and a calm waterfront setting to recharge after long days on the expo floor. Better value, easier mornings, and a taste of The Town while you're here.
- About 20 minutes to Moscone by BART
- Skip San Francisco's convention-week room rates
- Hotel parking: $17 per night
- Free breakfast for registered guests
- Waterfront calm to recharge after sessions
- 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 15 miles from San Francisco and roughly 20 minutes to downtown by BART — a smart, better-value base while you're in town for the conference.
- 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
Extending your trip? 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, better-value option during the conference. 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.
RSA Conference (RSAC)
Moscone Center — San Francisco, CA
RSAC is the world's largest cybersecurity conference, bringing around 45,000 security professionals, researchers, and 600+ vendors to Moscone Center each spring. The 2026 conference runs March 23–26 in San Francisco, packed with keynotes, sessions, an enormous expo, and after-hours networking across the city. With a week this busy, a relaxing, better-value base just across the bay is the smart play. Check the program and plan your stay around it.
- The world's largest cybersecurity conference
- Moscone Center, San Francisco
- 2026: March 23–26 (held each spring)
- About 15 miles from our Oakland hotels — an easy BART ride
Getting Across the Bay — the Smart Way
Here's the Oakland advantage: during convention weeks, San Francisco hotels near Moscone book out and spike to two or three times their normal rates. Stay on the sunny side of the bay instead. Both hotels sit on Oakland's Embarcadero Cove, about 15 miles from San Francisco — an easy BART ride under the bay, with parking at just $17 per night and free breakfast before your first session.
From the Hotels to Moscone Center
- Park at the hotel ($17/night) and ride BART under the bay — roughly 20–30 minutes to downtown San Francisco
- Step off at Powell or Montgomery station, a few blocks from Moscone Center
- Venue: Moscone Center, San Francisco
- Or sail across: the San Francisco Bay Ferry runs from nearby Jack London Square to the SF Ferry Building
Hotel Addresses
- Executive Inn & Suites — 1755 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606
- Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel — 1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA
Why Stay in Oakland?
Better value, a relaxing waterfront setting to recharge after long conference days, and an easy commute across the water. Skip the convention-week price surge in the city, and discover The Town while you're here — Jack London Square dining, the Bay Trail, and Oakland's celebrated food scene are right outside the door.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I stay for RSA Conference?
Skip San Francisco's convention-week prices and stay across the bay. Executive Inn & Suites and Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel are two waterfront Oakland hotels about 20 minutes from Moscone Center by BART, with parking at just $17 per night and free breakfast when you book direct.
When and where is RSAC 2026?
RSA Conference 2026 runs March 23–26, 2026, at Moscone Center in San Francisco. It's held each spring.
How do I get from Oakland to Moscone Center?
Park at the hotel for $17 per night and take BART under the bay — about 20–30 minutes to Powell or Montgomery station, a few blocks from Moscone. The San Francisco Bay Ferry from nearby Jack London Square is a scenic alternative.
Is it really cheaper to stay in Oakland?
Typically, yes. San Francisco hotel rates near Moscone often double or triple during major conferences and sell out early, while Oakland offers comfortable waterfront rooms at better value, with free breakfast and $17 parking.
What's there to do in Oakland after sessions?
Plenty — Jack London Square's waterfront dining is minutes away, along with Yoshi's for live jazz, the Bay Trail, and Oakland's award-winning food scene.
Can I stay extra nights?
Yes — extend your trip and explore the Bay Area. Ask about our Stay Longer, Save More rate to save up to 25% the longer you stay (some blackouts apply).
What's included with my stay?
Free breakfast, complimentary Wi-Fi, a waterfront pool and spa, fitness center, and parking at just $17 per night when you book direct.
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
Anniversary Celebration!
"I stayed at the hotel for my wedding anniversary weekend. It was fabulous! The service was excellent. I made my reservation on line and made a special request in the comments section.
I received a phone call from the property the morning before my arrival acknowledging my request and letting me know they were looking forward to my arrival! The front desk staff, Victor, Michele, Brittany and Chennel were all very professional and very responsive to every request. Jorge our shuttle driver was a delight! The room was an upgraded renovated room with a bay view. Marvelous!
Breakfast was okay but plentiful and I appreciate that this offering helps make weekend travel more affordable. I will be back and if the service stays at the exceptional level I won't even think of staying elsewhere. I had lots of fun and felt really taken care of at this property. There was obvious renovation going on at the time but it did not detract from the experience at all.
Room Tip: Bay view is beautiful and the bed in the newly renovated room was perfectly comfortable."
Great Hotel Excellent location & Views, Friendly staff
"The Hotel is superb, great location by the riverside with nice views and balcony. The staff were all friendly and courteous. Our bedroom was large and had all the facilities we needed, including microwave, fridge, coffee/tea maker, TV, and free internet etc. wonderful. There was free transport by the hotels minibus to rail station, town and even the local bars. Buffett breakfast had plenty of choice and was available in the dining room overlooking the river.
Free newspapers/cookies on the reception counter, Wonderful. The hotel didn't have a bar, which was a shame, but there was a local bar 10-minute walk away. Overall a really pleasant stay and we look forward to returning one day."
5 Star Value!
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. My wife and I recently stayed for 3 nights in a King Water Front Suite. The place was beautiful and clean. The breakfast was outstanding. The fancy coffee machine was great and better than Starbucks.
I can't say enough about the convenience of their shuttle. It takes you all over or to other transportation access. We had no need to rent a car. We took the shuttle to the Ferry to San Francisco and took the shuttle to BART to go to the Raider-Charger game. We even got a tour of Lake Merritt and downtown Oakland with the Director of Sales while he was driving us in the shuttle. They picked us up from Amtrak at 10 PM the night we arrived before we had even checked in and took us back to Amtrak after we checked out.
The Waterfront was quiet and relaxing while we weren't out running around. There was only one restaurant within walking distance, but with the shuttle that didn't matter. The staff was all very friendly and helpful and were very knowledgeable about the BART and Ferry schedule, etc. We were very pleased and have put this hotel in our list of contacts in case we need to stay in Oakland again in the future."
