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Civic Center Lodge

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Close to Jack London Square, Civic Center Lodge provides amenities like a business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a phone, and a mirror on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, teal walls, and wooden headboards.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with teal walls, a wooden headboard, a bed with white linens, a nightstand with a phone, and a small table with a lamp.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a blue accent wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Oakland, a neighborhood in Oakland, Civic Center Lodge is near a metro station and near a boardwalk/promenade. Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum or Oracle Park. Visit our Oakland travel guide
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50 6th Street, Oakland, CA, 94607

What's nearby

  • A modern building with a large sign reading "Oakland Museum of California" and a staircase leading to an entrance.
    Oakland Museum of California
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A lake with a cityscape in the background, featuring buildings and trees.
    Lake Merritt
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A statue of a man on a pedestal by a waterfront with boats and a pier in the background.
    Jack London Square
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A city skyline with modern buildings and a body of water in the foreground.
    Oakland City Center
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Oakland Convention Center
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Merritt Station
    4 min walk
  • Oakland-Jack London Square Station
    10 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nido’s Backyard
    7 min walk
  • Xingones
    6 min walk
  • Mad Oak Bar
    9 min walk
  • Peerless Coffee & Tea
    5 min walk
  • Sweetheart Cafe
    10 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Express check-out available

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 at the property

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

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Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Civic Center Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Civic Center Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Civic Center Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Civic Center Lodge located?

Located in Downtown Oakland, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Oakland Museum of California and Jack London Square. San Francisco Bay is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away. Lake Merritt Station is only a 4-minute walk and 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station is 19 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Civic Center Lodge Reviews

6.6

7.2

Cleanliness

5.8

Location

6.8

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 470 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 470 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 470 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 470 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 470 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This is a very standard motel, not the best location, but the important thing that it is near the BART station just minutes away. So if you’re going to San Francisco, it’s a good location to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KIYOTAKA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Reasonable price

The price is reasonable. The room was very quiet. The shower is good condition.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fair price. Despite being next to the freeway, it was pretty quiet. Friendly staff. Area is not great, its Oakland after all.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CELESTINO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been staying here for years for work. Yes they require 100 cash deposit. Yes, they can be rude. Yes, the area isn’t the best. But they are good people, friendly most of the time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jacoby

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely rude staff I was honestly astonished, kept trying to put me in a smoking room until I showed them i specifically requested non smoking, also required 100 cash deposit upfront. The room was digusting stains on every layer of the bedding and all over the floor as well as socks from someone previously there the bathroom was good though. I do not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great coustomer service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to reserve
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Anubhav

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s not clean enough
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

ishmail

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was rude and were very disrespectful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean. Bedding was not all that great in terms of comfort. The big plus is that it is conveniently located near a BART station. Unfortunately there is a homeless encampment nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Regina

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a clean, well lit budget property. The room was very clean and the shower was hot. This is the kind of place where you need a clean place to sleep, don't need amenities, want to support a small business and don't get too upset about the run down areas of Oakland.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Brenden

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is questionable, and they requested a $100 cash deposit before conducting check in Additionally, they were unable to accept a card as a form of payment.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Trudi

Nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

I like the vintage vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No one answered we weren't able to check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The front desk guy was relatedt to the grinch. That says it all.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cash Deposit??

The room was fine. Kitchenette, fridge with working freezer, and microwave were great. The one surprise was that the required a cash deposit and didn’t give a receipt for the cash.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Kazuma

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A staff is so rude. I think he is owner’s son. He yelled at me in a non-English language when I checked-in. I was just confused. Owner is not polite, but I guess it is acceptable. Deposit is 100 dollars. Cash only. Thank God I had 100 dollars. No receipt for the deposit. I was worried, but it was returned. The hostel is close to the highway. If you are too tired, you can have rest. I was super tired, so it was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sharlana

Cash only business. The front desk lady was unprofessional.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Gabriel

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family that owns this place are rude. Like the entire family. The only thing that makes this motel at all ok is the price. The microwave is unusable. The shower does not drain. The parking spots are super narrow. The fridge is almost useless. The TV is tiny. I would have stayed here again if it weren't for how unnecessarily the owners are rude. I will stay in a worse part of town just so I know I'm not giving those people my money. Stay a night and find out. Horrible experience will literally never repeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Disliked: Staff & service
After notifying the motel of late arrival due to an Amtrak safety issue requiring Stockton police involvement, I was unable to provide a definitive time on arrival so was told reservation would be cancelled. Agent on phone rude & condescending. So booked elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025