Civic Center Lodge

2.0 star property

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A hotel room with two beds, teal walls, and wooden headboards.
Exterior
A hotel room with a door, a chair, a small table, an air conditioning unit, and a telephone on a wooden side table.
A multi-story building with balconies, doors, and windows.
A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden desk with a chair, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

Explore the area

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50 6th Street, Oakland, CA, 94607
  • Place, Oakland Museum of California
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Merritt
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Jack London Square
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Oakland

At Civic Center Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Oakland Museum of California and Lake Merritt. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Downtown Oakland hotel include San Francisco Bay and Jack London Square.

What's nearby

  • Oakland Museum of California - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Merritt - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oakland Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jack London Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oakland City Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Nido’s Backyard - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Xingones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hometown Donuts and Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Peerless Coffee & Tea - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mad Oak Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Civic Center Lodge

Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business centre on site. Civic Center Lodge also features express check-in and express check-out. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Oakland hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
Civic Center Lodge offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

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 aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Civic Center Lodge?

Civic Center Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Civic Center Lodge?

As of 28 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Civic Center Lodge on 29 June 2026 start from AU$131, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Civic Center Lodge?

Yep, Civic Center Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Civic Center Lodge?

No, Civic Center Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Civic Center Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Civic Center Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Civic Center Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 467 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 467 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 467 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 467 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 467 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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

10/10 Excellent

anthony

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

8/10 Good

edward

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

2/10 Terrible

ishmail

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Trudi

Nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

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

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

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

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

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

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
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sharlana

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

2/10 Terrible

Alfredo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people here are as bad as it gets. Don’t waste your time. They make you pay at the property so you can’t receive any discounts.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Regina

Disliked: Staff & service
Front office has very rude man, who purposely gives you a hard time, like saying booking is not on file. Basically, you get what you pay for, a very old motel, clean property but junk encampment at the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Grant

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Run down hotel, room has mold stench, and extremely rude customer service. I would never stay at this trash hotel again and the dilapidated building should be demolished.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Randy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel required $100 CASH deposit. I had never heard of that before so I wasn’t caring $100 cash when I went to check in. I didn’t end up staying here, but the area around the hotel felt very unsafe and the hotel itself was very dark and dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023