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See WWE SmackDown in Oakland. Stay Minutes from the Arena.

Two great hotels. One easy choice. Stay close to Oakland Arena for WWE Friday Night SmackDown.

Your WWE SmackDown Headquarters in Oakland

WWE Friday Night SmackDown comes to Oakland Arena on Friday, July 24, 2026, and the best night out starts with where you stay. If you're searching for a hotel near Oakland Arena for SmackDown, 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 — a smart deal next to arena lots that start around $40 — with both waterfront hotels about ten minutes from the Arena and free breakfast each morning. The show starts early, so stay close and skip the traffic.

  • Date: Friday, July 24, 2026 at Oakland Arena
  • Show time: 4:30 PM (doors 3:00 PM)
  • Televised event — arrive early
  • Hotel parking: $17 per night (vs. around $40 at the arena)
  • About 10 minutes by car from both hotels
  • Free breakfast for registered guests

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.

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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.

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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.

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In-Room Perks

All rooms have coffee makers, refrigerators and microwaves. We also have individually controlled air conditioning and heating.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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Explore Our Rooms

Gorgeous King Water View Suite

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.

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Beautiful King Water View Room

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.

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Beautiful Double Queen Water View Room

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.

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Traditional King City View Room

Traditional King City View Room

Perfect for 1 or 2 travelers on a budget but are still looking to receive tons of great amenities.

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Traditional Double Queen City View Room

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.

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Traditional King City View ADA Room

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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See what our guests say

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."

Would definitely recommend the Executive Inn & Suites to friends and business connections!

"Would definitely recommend the Executive Inn & Suites to friends and business connections!
Stayed at the Executive Inn and Suites for well over a year on a weekly basis and I never had a bad experience!

The entire staff of the Executive Inn and Suites were engaging and attentive to all the guests during my visits there. Staff are amazing, both at the desk, in hotel services, and in the bar/restaurant areas. The staff at the front desk always greeting me with a warm smile and called me by name. They provided me with information about shuttle services and restaurants anytime I asked. They also operate the shuttle service to and from the airport and other area businesses. In the maintenance and hotel services staff, if something was amiss in my room, they were prompt to address the issue. If I needed anything special, they were always responsive. And the staff in the bar/restaurant areas were a delight. They always greeted me with a warm and friendly smile. They even graciously addressed my special dietary issues. They made me feel like family, whether I sat at a table with a laptop working or sitting quietly in the bar area. I feel like I'm leaving family!!!

I experienced both the pre- and post-remodeling of the facility and it's very glamorous and comfortable. I was comfortable in the pre-remodeled facility, but it was a delight when the rooms were remodeled. The facilities were updated and are quite stylish and comfortable. I was fortunate to have a waterfront room, and the view was amazing! I took advantage of the pool and hot tub and again was quite pleased. I even used the workout area facilities. I was very satisfied with the physical property; even the outside area was well groomed and well maintained.

I led a team of 5 others and we all stayed at the Executive Inn and Suites - we had a delightful experience there and wouldn't hesitate to stay there again. I recommend the Executive Inn and Suites without hesitation.

Room Tip: Even numbered rooms are water front views."

Great Staff & Accommodations!

"We could not be more pleased with how well your people accommodated our needs for our meeting. Everyone was very pleased with the accommodations and how everyone at the hotel was so courteous. We will be coming back to the Executive Inn! If you would want to use us as a reference we would be more than happy to recommend you. Thanks again - in these times it is really helpful to have a good meeting and you were a great part of that."