Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Jack London Square

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Lobby
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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Fridge, microwave

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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122 East 12th Street, Oakland, CA, 94606
  • Place, Lake Merritt
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Oakland Museum of California
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Jack London Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Oakland

Located in Merritt within a 5-minute walk of Lake Merritt, Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt is within a 15-minute stroll of Oakland Museum of California. Each of the 70 rooms at this motel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a flat-screen TV.

What's nearby

  • Lake Merritt - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kaiser Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oakland Museum of California - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fox Theater - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Jack London Square - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Oakland-Jack London Square Station - 7 min drive
  • Lake Merritt Station - 10 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos Mi Rancho - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pho King - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Baggy's by the Lake - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pho Huong Que - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt

Motel with free parking, near Jack London Square
Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 200.00 per stay
  • Destination fee: USD 11.60 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt?

Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt?

This motel is situated in Merritt within a 10-minute walk of Lake Merritt and Oakland Museum of California. You'll also find Jack London Square and San Francisco Bay within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt have a casino on the premises?

No, Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt.

Are there connecting rooms at Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt?

The closest major airport to Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 8.7 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 24.7 mi away (48-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt.

Reviews

Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt Reviews

5.2

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 157 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 354 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terraliya

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aroma

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

ERIK

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not like how I was charged $100 security deposit that I still have not had returned to me even after checkout. They advised me that it should be put back on my card within 48 hours. I have never stayed in a dirtier or more unsafe hotel in my life
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha rivera

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking availability, bed comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Doriam

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool spot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Princeton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Roaches
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Taheerah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice stay , large comfy bed, large shower
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Christina

Traveled with group
This property is in a sketchy area where we saw street walkers and druggies! I will never return and not recommend it! Staff was uncaring, not helpful and aloof!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keenan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Aura L

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
To many girl from the streets
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's ahright
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noonie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mehdi

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I didn’t have even small shampoo Towels pld and less Tv , I can’t believe who use this model and size in the world Telephone always doesn’t work They never pay back despite without not reson Ice machine also beverages Mashin just for decorating It was very expensive when I compared with Jack London inn w embarcadero That is just 60% motel 6 but very larger cleaner a lot stuffs like soap and shampoo plus towels
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Carlos

It’s ok
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vishal

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its terrible property in term of safety and cleanness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Denise

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worse hotel ever

My first room was 308 and it was completely unhealthy. There was mold and mildew everywhere. The shower curtain looked like it hadn’t been changed or washed in years. We left the door open for almost an hour and the room still smelled like mold and mildew. I eventually had to go downstairs and ask for a new room, which she gave me with no problem. The new room was better but there was still mold and mildew everywhere. The hotel also had a lot of prostitution around it. I seen at least 7 within my time staying there. The only reason I picked the hotel was for the view of the water I seen that they were advertising, but that is not their view. It’s the hotels view from across the street. I feel ripped off and wouldn’t recommend anybody to stay here unless you’re a prostitute.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mangaprasad

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025