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.

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 Oakland Arena.
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).

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.
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.
Oakland Arena — 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621
WWE Friday Night SmackDown storms into Oakland Arena on Friday, July 24, 2026, bringing the full force of live sports entertainment to The Town. SmackDown is one of WWE's flagship weekly shows, and seeing it live is a different experience entirely — the entrances, the pyro, the championship stakes, and a packed arena reacting to every near-fall. As a televised event, doors and show times run early, so plan to arrive in good time. Whether you're a lifelong fan or bringing the family for a first show, a night of high-flying action awaits just ten minutes from our waterfront hotels.
Both hotels sit on Oakland's Embarcadero Cove, about ten minutes by car from Oakland Arena. Book direct, park at the hotel for just $17 per night, and choose how you get to the show — it's one of the best-connected venues in the Bay Area.
The Coliseum BART station sits right next to Oakland Arena, with a pedestrian bridge straight to the gates. Amtrak's Oakland Coliseum Station is adjacent, and San Francisco Bay Ferry service reaches Jack London Square with connecting transit. Leave the car at the hotel for $17 per night and ride in stress-free — an easy call when the show starts early.
Before or after the show, Jack London Square is minutes from both hotels: waterfront restaurants, Yoshi's for live music, a beer garden with bowling, the Bay Trail along the estuary, and ferry service across to San Francisco. It's an easy way to turn SmackDown into a full Oakland weekend.
Executive Inn & Suites and Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel are two waterfront Oakland hotels on Embarcadero Cove, about ten minutes from Oakland Arena, where WWE Friday Night SmackDown takes place on July 24, 2026. Both offer parking at just $17 per night and free breakfast when you book direct.
WWE Friday Night SmackDown is at Oakland Arena on Friday, July 24, 2026, with a 4:30 PM start and doors at 3:00 PM. Because it's a televised show, the early start time is firm — plan to arrive with time to spare.
Both Executive Inn & Suites (1755 Embarcadero) and Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel (1717 Embarcadero) are about ten minutes by car (roughly 6.7 miles) from Oakland Arena at 7000 Coliseum Way.
Arena event parking typically starts around $40 per vehicle. Hotel parking at both of our properties is just $17 per night — park once and take BART one stop to the Coliseum station, or drive over in about ten minutes.
Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and the Oakland Arena box office. Live tapings can sell out, so booking ahead is recommended.
WWE SmackDown is a popular night out for fans of all ages, and the early start makes it an easy outing for families. Plan for the 3:00 PM doors and 4:30 PM start.
Both hotels are minutes from Jack London Square, with waterfront dining, Yoshi's for live music, a beer garden with bowling, and the Bay Trail along the estuary — an easy way to build a full day around SmackDown.
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).

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

We now offer two level 2 electric car charging stations that can charge at 80Amps. While you stay with us, charging is 100% complimentary!

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.

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.

Spacious well-appointment accommodations that are perfect for 1 or 2 people traveling on business or leisure whose goal is to relax and unwind.

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.

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

Great for up to 4 people, 2 queen beds, that’s easier on the wallet while not missing out on the all important amenities.

Handicap accessible rooms have the all important accessibility features without taking away from an amazing hotel experience.
"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!
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."
"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."