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Enjoy Comic Con Oakland With Free Parking
Comic Con is coming to the Oakland Convention Center on May 9-10, and we have you covered. Book direct at Executive Inn & Suites or Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel and enjoy free parking — something the Marriott can't offer. Limited rooms are available starting at $124 per night. Don't wait.
Your Comic Con Headquarters in Oakland
Both properties are located right here in Oakland, just minutes from the Oakland Convention Center. With free parking included when you book direct, you won't have to think twice about where to stay — or what to do with your gear between sessions.
- Limited rooms available at $124 and up
- Rooms available May 6–11
- Comic Con event dates: May 9 and 10
- Just minutes from Oakland Convention Center
- Book direct for best availability — no middleman
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. Easy access to the Convention Center and everything Oakland has to offer.
- Free parking when you book direct ($17 / day savings)
- Free breakfast for registered guests
- Waterfront pool and spa
- Fitness center
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- On-site dining — The Cove
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel — Oakland
Just steps from Executive Inn & Suites on Oakland's Embarcadero, the Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel is another excellent option for Comic Con weekend. Highly rated by guests, it offers a comfortable, convenient stay with free parking and free breakfast when you book direct through our group link.
- Free parking when you book direct ($17 / day savings)
- Free breakfast for registered guests
- Fitness center
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- On-site dining — The Cove (Executive Inn & Suites)
- Level 2 EV charging stations
Rooms available May 6–11, 2026. Comic Con Oakland event dates are May 9–10. Limited availability at this rate. Book direct using the links above to secure your room and your free parking. Group rates subject to availability and may close prior to the event.
Comic Con Oakland 2026
Comic Con Oakland returns to the Bay Area for the first time in over a decade, landing at the Oakland Convention Center May 9-10, 2026. Expect comics creators, artist alley, exhibitors, collectibles, and panels spanning animation, graphic novels, and film. Two great hotels are ready to be your home base — both with free parking when you book direct.
- Dates: Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10, 2026
- Hours: Saturday 10am – 6pm | Sunday 10am – 5pm
- Venue: Oakland Convention Center, 550 10th St, Oakland, CA 94607
Getting Here — and Parking Free
Both hotels are located on Oakland's Embarcadero Cove, just minutes from the Oakland Convention Center at 550 10th St. Book direct through our Comic Con group rate and parking is included — no $24/day Marriott garage, no circling the block.
From the Hotels to Oakland Convention Center
- Drive: approximately 5–7 minutes
- Convention Center address: 550 10th St, Oakland, CA 94607
Hotel Addresses
- Executive Inn & Suites — 1755 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606
- Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel — 1717 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA
Parking
Free parking is included for guests who book direct using our Comic Con group rate links (normally $17 / day). The Marriott City Center charges $24 or more per day for parking. Skip it with this special offer and stay with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I stay for Comic Con Oakland?
Executive Inn & Suites and Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel are two of the closest hotels to the Oakland Convention Center, where Comic Con Oakland takes place May 9-10, 2026. Both offer free parking and free breakfast when you book direct through our group rate links.
Is there free parking near the Oakland Convention Center for Comic Con?
The Marriott connected to the Convention Center charges $24 or more per day for parking. When you book direct at Executive Inn & Suites or Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel using our Comic Con group rate, parking is free.
How far are the hotels from the Oakland Convention Center?
Both Executive Inn & Suites (1755 Embarcadero) and Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel (1717 Embarcadero) are located in Oakland's Embarcadero Cove neighborhood, approximately 5–7 minutes by car from the Oakland Convention Center at 550 10th St.
What is included in the Comic Con Oakland group rate?
Rooms start at $124 per night for stays May 6–11. Free parking and free breakfast are included when you book direct using the group links on this page.
When do I need to book by?
Group rate availability is limited and may close prior to the event. Book early to secure your room at $124 and up with free parking included.
Can I stay before or after Comic Con?
Yes — rooms are available May 6–11, so you can arrive early or stay an extra night to explore Oakland at your own pace.
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.
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