12th Street/Oakland City Center Station - 19 min walk
19th St Station - 25 min walk
Restaurants
Nido’s Backyard - 5 min walk
Oakland Wonder Food Bakery - 10 min walk
Seawolf - 10 min walk
Original Pattern Brewing Company - 7 min walk
Tiger's Taproom - 7 min walk
About this property
Civic Center Lodge
At Civic Center Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Jack London Square and San Francisco Bay. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of University of California, Berkeley. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Lake Merritt Station is 4 minutes away.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
32 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Civic Center Lodge Oakland
Civic Center Lodge
Civic Center Oakland
Civic Center Lodge Hotel
Civic Center Lodge Oakland
Civic Center Lodge Hotel Oakland
Frequently asked questions
Does Civic Center Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Civic Center Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Civic Center Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Civic Center Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Civic Center Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Civic Center Lodge?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Civic Center Lodge like?
Civic Center Lodge is a short 4-minute walk from Lake Merritt Station and 15 minutes' walk from Jack London Square.
Civic Center Lodge Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.0/10
Staff & service
6.4/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
5.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
3 September 2024
It's an old family ran motel. The area is sketch, but I felt safe & had no issues during my stay. Only downside, by choice, very limited English speaking by the front desk.
Regina
Regina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
1 September 2024
The front desk guy was relatedt to the grinch. That says it all.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
11 August 2024
Tamarraw
Tamarraw, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
5 August 2024
Pros: convenient for mass transit. Clean and upgraded bathroom. No bugs.
Cons: dirty carpet, thin pillows and towels.
As a smoker I expect my rooms to be kind of shabby so I can’t judge much there, but the carpet is so dirty that I had to walk in my sandals or socks to avoid dirty feet and that’s always pretty gross. For the crappy neighborhood, it felt safe enough and was pretty quiet. I think if someone is okay with lower quality but nothing majorly negative then this place is fine but most people would probably want to pay more for a decent hotel.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
17 July 2024
It was not listed that we have to bring cash to pay a deposit and that we cannot pay the room on a credit card. Very strange. We ended up having to find another hotel do to the inconvenience. I BETTER NOT GET CHARGED!!!!
Colby
Colby, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
13 July 2024
Alyse
Alyse, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 July 2024
Alyse
Alyse, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2024
I like the vintage vibe
Gerald
Gerald, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
12 June 2024
Abubakr
Abubakr, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
24 April 2024
You need $100 cash for a deposit. Who carries cash anymore?
If you keep your car there past checkout, you will pay anything between $20-40 extra, depending on how they fee. And you won't get a receipt.
Lost my keycard and that is a $10 fee.
Location is close to BART, but the service is pretty horrible.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 April 2024
jesus
jesus, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
2 April 2024
Thaddus
Thaddus, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
18 February 2024
Close to Public Transport
Good:
1. Room was decent enough for one night. The room was cozy. It had a frig and microwave along with toiletries.
2. The location to public transport. The motel is two blocks from Lake Merrit Bart and only a few blocks from Amtrak.
Not so good
1. Homeless trash pile outside on the road. I totally get it as it’s Oakland but still not the most welcoming.
2. There is a cash deposit of $100 upon arrival. You can still pay the reservation with credit card.
3. Since it’s next to the freeway it can be noisy.
Good enough for a night or two.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 February 2024
Fair price. Despite being next to the freeway, it was pretty quiet. Friendly staff. Area is not great, its Oakland after all.
Roy
Roy, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
28 December 2023
The property is nestled next to the freeway. Using the car to drive to this property is inconvenient both for the freeway and the local streets. The management will take a bank card to pay for the room, however will only except cash payment for the room deposit, which is stupid.
Richard
Richard, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 November 2023
Nice
Trudi
Trudi, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
2 October 2023
Serafina
Serafina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
25 September 2023
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
11 September 2023
Honestly not that bad. 100% clean sheets & stuff
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
2 September 2023
Yuji
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 August 2023
Reasonable price
The price is reasonable. The room was very quiet. The shower is good condition.
KIYOTAKA
KIYOTAKA, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 June 2023
The staff are very nice and helpful, the location is two blocks from BART and within walking distance of Chinatown and the Jack London Square area. On Sundays, the Laney Flea Market is literally across the street, so that was neat too.
Charles
Charles, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
25 June 2023
This motel is on the smaller side but the friendliness of the staff along with a clean room overshadows the size. A coffee maker and microwave were included. It's unfortunate that I couldn't take complete advantage. due to a family emergency I had the room for less than 6 hours.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
14 June 2023
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
11 June 2023
Smh
Blood on the walls and rude service and tried to say leaves from my shoes coming inside the room and out I left it dirty I double check with them inside and they told me never mind