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Jack London Inn
2 stars

Jack London Inn

444 Embarcadero West, Oakland, CA 94607, United States
Oakland, CA
See location+1 510 444 2032
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C$ 86
Cheapest

rate per night

6.0
Okay
based on 2421 reviews
2,421 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
C$ 86
Queen room
C$ 87
Standard Room
C$ 92

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Jack London Inn is a budget-friendly hotel located in Oakland’s Jack London Square, in central Oakland, California. It is an ideal lodging option for business and leisure travelers seeking a comfortable, down-to-earth-lodging option in the area. The hotel is located just a stone’s throw away from the Oakland Ferry Terminal and countless other sights and attractions.

The hotel boasts 110 simple, well-equipped rooms. Guests can choose from king rooms, queen rooms, queen rooms with two queen beds, and accessible rooms. All rooms are kid-friendly and smoke-free. Pets are not permitted inside of the hotel.

All rooms feature complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, flat-screen televisions with cable channels, coffee and tea making facilities, air-conditioning, clothing storage spaces, a workspace with desk and chair, iron and ironing board, and daily housekeeping services. Mini-fridges can be provided upon request.

Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel. Paid parking is available onsite. There is an onsite exercise room equipped with free weights and modern gym machines. Room service is available 24/7. Business travelers can utilize the onsite business center which features meeting rooms, conference spaces, and audio/visual equipment. Guests can unwind in the outdoor swimming pool which features a pool deck and lounging area.

A complimentary continental breakfast buffet is served each morning in the dining area. There is a casual onsite restaurant serving classic Southern-style dishes like chicken and waffles, as well as a bar serving alcoholic beverages.

Rating
6.0
Okay
Based on 2,421 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Jack London Inn

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Heating
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Microwave

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional toilet

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

General

  • Family rooms
  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • 24hr front desk

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Reviews of Jack London Inn

6.0
Okay
2421 verified ratings
Wonderful
243
Very good
156
Good
243
Okay
224
Fair
379
Mediocre
275
Poor
901

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location as it was close to many restaurants and attractions; however, they encountered numerous issues affecting their stay, primarily related to cleanliness and poor service. Many reviews pointed to unclean rooms, broken amenities, and indifferent staff, leading to a negative overall impression. Despite some positive mentions of specific staff members and amenities, the frustrations regarding cleanliness and service overshadowed the positives, making a return visit unlikely for many guests.
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Location9 out of 10
Service2 out of 10
Cleanliness1.5 out of 10
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2.0
Poor
Nadine, Feb 2024
I mean, I knew it wasn’t gonna be a five star stay for the price. But, wow this room is a mess. There’s so much damage to the walls, the furniture, the lamp shades. The bathroom sink and shower stall are both cracked. They take a $100 deposit for damage, and I’ve gotta wonder if they’ve actually used that to repair the room from whoever did all this damage. Also, this queen sized bed is absolutely...
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6.0
Okay
Nicholas, Jul 2021
Pros (+) I'm always impressed with the level of work, friendliness, and overall productivity/ability that the on-site employees have and use in order to do their best to take care of most anything, within reason lol, that a guest might request for. The location right in the middle of Jack London is wonderful with fantastic restaurants on every side and a fantastic view of the bay to take a stroll with whoe...
Cons (-) The one City assume that myself and several other previous guess that I have discussed things with would be some method to allow people that are either a - frequent guests or b-willing to pay a little extra to guarantee themselves a spot in the parking garage attached to the hotel. Several times now I have found myself after having to make an essential run off the property to come back only to be ...
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5.4
Fair
Anonymous, Oct 2019
Pros (+) Decent location.
Cons (-) Actually cleaning the room. Shower stall needs replacing, not multiple coats of paint.
5.4
Fair
Aurora, Jan 2019
Pros (+) The staff did their best with the poor facilities.
Cons (-) This is not a place for mothers and young children. Rooms were not clean until after check-in time, common bathroom looked like the homeless lived in it, ceiling tiles were missing, the door latch was on it's last legs and looked like one good kick could easily break open the door, there were no comforters in the room, the heating system was broken (they had space heaters available), the shower lo...
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4.0
Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2018
Pros (+) Price. Desk made effort to get us parking space.
Cons (-) Sketchy neighborhood. Limited parking. Shabby interior. Dump outside window. Freight train tracks 20 feet away; trains pass every hour blowing horns. Room walls torn up. Tiny thorny thistles all over carpet. Shower door wouldn't stay shut.
4.0
Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2018
Cons (-) Lack of cleanliness in common areas. Non-functioning elevator. Insufficient parking for paying guests. Noisy icemaket on 3rd floor
2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2017
Cons (-) - tv didnt work - phone didnt work - air conditioning didnt work - loud train went by every hour - condom on the floor when i walked inside
2.0
Poor
Joel, Jun 2017
Cons (-) It was dirty, one older white guy was very unfriendly and I got a dirty room. It was all under construction.
6.2
Okay
Mario, Jun 2017
Pros (+) Accessibility to free shuttle to Bart to San Francisco and the Amtrak station
Cons (-) Breakfast buffet cancelled, no notice in advance. Air conditioning was broken, opened window, too noisy, did not sleep well.
5.1
Fair
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) There was no hot water during my 3 night stay The complimentary breakfast was poor The door card did not work at times

Location

444 Embarcadero West, Oakland, CA 94607

What's nearby

  • Jack London Square117 m
  • USS Potomac306 m
  • Pardee Home Museum1.1 km
  • Oakland Museum of California1.1 km
  • African American Museum1.2 km
  • Oakland Public Library1.3 km
  • Fox Theater1.5 km
  • Paramount Theatre1.7 km
  • Lake Merritt2 km
  • Children's Fairyland2 km
  • Morcom Rose Garden3.8 km
  • Mountain View Cemetery4.9 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Jack London Inn

Low season

September

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 97
Cheapest month to stay with an average 7% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 10% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Jack London Inn

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Top tips for your stay at Jack London Inn

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Jack London Inn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Jack London Inn, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • How long should you stay at Jack London Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Jack London Inn

  • Where is Jack London Inn located?

    Jack London Inn is located at 444 Embarcadero West, 1.1 km from the centre of Oakland. Jack London Square is the closest landmark to Jack London Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Jack London Inn?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Jack London Inn.

  • Does Jack London Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Jack London Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Jack London Inn from the airport?

    Jack London Inn is 10.7 km from Oakland. Jack London Inn is 21.4 km from San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Jack London Inn hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Jack London Inn in Oakland and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Jack London Inn and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Jack London Inn.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.1

Distance to downtown

1.1 km

Nearest Airport

Oakland

Distance to airport

10.6 km