Motel 6-Oakland, CA - Embarcadero

Hotels
6.3 (980 reviews)
1801 Embarcadero , Oakland , us
+1 510-291-8866

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Inadequate service

Categories

Cleanliness
5.26
Several mentions of minimal cleanliness and room issues.
Service
7.73
Mixed reviews; some staff were friendly while others were unresponsive.
Location
8.77
Positive sentiment regarding the location, being right on the water.
Room Quality
5.22
Rooms had basic comforts, with some issues noted like smells and outdated furniture.
Amenities
4.25
Lack of expected amenities such as microwaves and refrigerators.
Value for Money
6.71
Some guests felt it was a decent value despite the shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
6.26
No significant commentary on food and beverage options.
Overall Experience
6.23
Generally mixed experience with notable concerns about service and cleanliness.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 21:40

Property Description

Outdoor Hot Tub and Sundeck
Enjoy relaxation and sunshine at our outdoor hot tub with a sundeck, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Oakland.

Convenient Amenities
Our rooms feature cable TV with extended channels, free local calls, work desks, and the option of having a refrigerator. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Nearby Attractions
Explore popular destinations such as Jack London Square, Coast Guard Island, and the Henry J Kaiser Convention Center, all just a short drive away. Don't forget to visit the Oakland Zoo, located only 15 minutes from our motel.

Book now to experience comfort and convenience at Motel 6 Oakland - Embarcadero.

Important information:

Guests under 21 years old can only check in with a parent or official guardian.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: OAK

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

6.3
Based on 980 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.26
Service: 7.73
Location: 8.77
Room Quality: 5.22
Amenities: 4.25
Value for Money: 6.71
Food and Beverage: 6.26
Overall Experience: 6.23
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Jonny • couple • us
6
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • solo_traveller • us
4
Too expensive for the poor security, quality and lack of amenities
Pros:

The marina access and inside the room was okay.

Cons:

Sketchy location. Lots of people walking around all times of night and parking lot is full of broken down cars. Did not feel safe and you have to get your room key from a “drive up type” window and not from inside a lobby.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Edward • solo_traveller • us
3
Unsanitary
Pros:

That's what I like was not sleeping in my car

Cons:

Dogs do do at the front door. I asked the clean it up, they have did it so I have to get my own brush and soap to finish it. no hot water in the shower. The maintenance me did it on purpose.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Edward • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • us
1
Will never stay there again.
Pros:

Nothing.

Cons:

Motel managers were not friendly at all. Both ice machines were broken and no attempt to fix. Vending machines were broken, no attempt to fix. Upstairs guests were loud and obnoxious, no attempt to fix.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Hughes • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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H • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

View of water and clean towels.

Cons:

Police at 3 AM down the hallway. They were loud and it bothered our sleep.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Jack • family_with_children • us
1
Easily for both my brother and I, it was the worse place we had ever stayed.
Pros:

Room was on a side of the building facing the Oakland Marina

Cons:

There were unfortunately multiple things:
1. The initial room they gave us the key didn't work well - took 4 to 5 minutes to open the door, and it smelled of smoke.
2. The initial room was next to a room that had a large party going on with wine and beer and a lot of people and noise.
3. They moved us, however the new room - though much quieter - had serious plumbing problems. First, the shower was having brown/black water come into the tub.
4. When my brother used the toilet, it backed up and water was overflowing into the room. Obviously we could not even use the bathroom.
5. When we told the front desk, they said there were other rooms experiencing plumbing issues. We literally had to get our clothes and leave without ever having a chance to take a shower. Also, I couldn't use the toilet since it was overflowing already.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Tiffany • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The view

Cons:

The smoke smell

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Annie • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Hughes • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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T Havens • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Staff was excellent, they try. You get what you pay for and this is a budget motel. Works for a night or 2 if you know what you're getting and are accepting of that. I brought my own linens and towels, checked the mattresses, had obviously been treated. The room fixtures, bathroom, sink, TV/desk area was clean. Hot water took a while to warm but did work. Walked 5 minutes to Starbucks for coffee as the motel has no extras. You can make it work for a day or 2.

Cons:

All Motel 6 locations have poor mattresses. It is like sleeping on a lumpy futon pad and this site showed signs of bed bug treatment. I can do without the amenities like toiletries, free breakfast, 0 in room extras or even working vending machines but if your a chain or franchise please put that dollars your making into taking care of your staff and providing a minimum level of comfort.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • family_with_children • us
3
The location maid up for the dirty room.
Pros:

Location was great and beautiful.

Cons:

The location was clean and easy access to freeways.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Pryor • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Saldivar • solo_traveller • us
1
Cons:

It was full of homeless everywhere, hookers all over. The room was dirty the tub wasn't clean.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Kaylie • couple • us
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Enikő • solo_traveller • hu
1
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • couple • us
1
Overall, I wish they would’ve taken my request a little bit more serious. They kinda just brushed it off.
Pros:

Nice view

Cons:

The room smell extremely like smoke. It was very hard for me to sleep and I just got home and I’m having wheezing problems.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Jakari • couple • us
6
If you add microwave an fridges an more comfy beds would be great
Pros:

The area

Cons:

The beds , no fridge, or microwave

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Edward • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee