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See WWE SmackDown in Oakland. Stay Minutes from the Arena.
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
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 Oakland Arena.
- 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
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.
WWE Friday Night SmackDown at Oakland Arena
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.
- WWE Friday Night SmackDown — Friday, July 24, 2026 — 4:30 PM (doors 3:00 PM)
- Venue: Oakland Arena, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621
- Televised event — arrive early
Getting Here — and Parking Smart
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.
From the Hotels to Oakland Arena
- Drive: approximately 10 minutes (about 6.7 miles)
- Venue address: Oakland Arena, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621
- Arena event parking starts around $40 per vehicle
Hotel Addresses
- Executive Inn & Suites — 1755 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606
- Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel — 1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA
Your Transit Options
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.
Make a Weekend of It Nearby
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I stay for WWE SmackDown in Oakland?
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.
When is WWE SmackDown in Oakland?
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.
How far is Oakland Arena from the hotels?
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.
How much is parking at Oakland Arena for SmackDown?
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.
Where can I buy WWE SmackDown tickets?
Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and the Oakland Arena box office. Live tapings can sell out, so booking ahead is recommended.
Is SmackDown family-friendly?
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.
What else can I do in Oakland around the show?
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.
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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"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."
"Stayed at the Executive Inn and Suites for well over a year on a weekly basis and I never had a bad experience! 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."
"The room was exceptionally large, quite, clean and accommodating and had great amenities. It was a Fabulous Getaway with a view of the water and a terrace and very convenient to restaurants and nightlife at Jack London Square. Excellent staff as well.
The staff was very helpful and went above and beyond to comply with all of our requests. Their shuttle drove us to and from local restaurants and night clubs. Their complimentary breakfast buffet was wonderful. We extended our stay another night but wished we could have stayed longer."
