Location is Everything
OAK
Oakland Airport (10 miles from Downtown Oakland)
SFO
San Francisco International Airport (21 miles)
SJC/
SILICON VALLEY
San José Mineta International Airport (41 miles)
ACCESSIBILITY
Three international airports, Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART), Amtrak railway and a ferry provide convenient access to all that Oakland has to offer.
By Air
Oakland is centered at the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area’s East Bay region, making it easy to reach from a trio of airport hubs.
By Water
Take in panoramic views as you cruise on the water to terminals located in San Francisco, Alameda and at Oracle Park.
By Rail
Skip traffic and get from Oakland to San Francisco in just 6 minutes on the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART).
Meet in Oakland
With a great location near 3 major airports, Oakland is an ideal choice for your next meeting or event. You’ll find beautiful traditional venues, industrial warehouse space, fun attractions, lush park-like and outdoor settings. Voted the #1 Best Food City in the U.S., Oakland is home to an incredible global culinary scene. With an artistic vibe and places for creative, interactive off-site events – Oakland has it all! To welcome visitors, Oakland offers more than 30 hotels and 5,000 guest rooms from first-class hotels and boutique properties to the top names in lodging.
JACK LONDON SQUARE
THE BRIDGE YARD
MARRIOTT TERRACE
OAKLAND MARRIOTT CITY CENTER
event spaces
Grand Ballroom
Junior Ballroom
Skyline - 21st Floor
Executive Level - 3rd Floor
Explore the Neighborhood
Located in the heart of downtown, the Oakland Marriott CIty Center is the perfect base for exploring the city and is near top attractions like the Oakland Zoo, Jack London Square, and Chinatown.
Fitness
Don’t miss a workout in the 24/7 fitness center, featuring free weights, a Peloton, treadmills, and weights machines.
Rooms
When the work day is done, retreat to your large guest room featuring spacious desks, signature bath products, mini fridge, and in-room coffee.
Amenities
M Club
This recently renovated lounge overlooks Oakland from the second floor and features complimentary breakfast, snacks, and Wi-Fi. It’s the perfect place to relax, recharge, or get some work done.
Iron &Oak
Enjoy fresh, flavorful fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Discover an inspired mix of American classics and globally inspired dishes featuring local products and ingredients.
Topgolf Swing Suite
Unwind in this Topgolf simulator bay with virtual games like the Topgolf target game, Zombie Dodgeball, and Hockey Shots. Reserve a tee time to enjoy lounge seating, HDTVs, and dining at one of the premier bars in Oakland.
The Power of Marriott Bonvoy for Events
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Why Marriott Bonvoy?
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What to do
Local Attractions
Channel your inner child at Children’s Fairyland. Go behind-the-scenes at the Oakland Zoo’s veterinary hospital. Discover a multidisciplinary collection of art, history, and natural science at the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA), or bask in the beauty of celestials at the Chabot Space & Science Center. The Town is home to an incredible array of local attractions that also include world-class music venues and a diverse and dynamic live music scene, parks filled with majestic redwoods and thousands of exotic roses, and everything from Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s presidential yacht to the county’s oldest wildlife refuge. Whether it’s catching a show at the iconic Paramount Theatre or browsing the hip creative shops along Temescal Alley, visiting colorful murals and gallery artists, the opportunities for exploring Oakland are endless.
Turnkey Group Experiences
Interested in getting out of the conference room to partake in one of the unique group experiences or team-building activities that abound here in Oakland? Many local companies and businesses offer options that are ideal for team building, corporate retreats, incentive programs, off-site events, tours and spouse activities. From getting crafty at The Crucible to learning to kayak on the Oakland Estuary to embarking on a foodie tour of some of The Town’s most iconic neighborhoods, Oakland offers ample ways to think outside the box when it comes to group activities.
OAKLAND ZOO
Dining
Here in Oakland, culinary diversity reigns. In fact, The Town may be just 78 square miles, but within its borders, your taste buds can travel the world. We’re talking from Asia to Africa, from California to the American South, not to mention the numerous Michelin and James Beard recognized restaurants that have foodies dining here in droves. It’s just one of the reasons that Condé Nast Traveler readers voted Oakland the “# 1 Best Food City in U.S.” in 2024.
Off Site / Day Trips
Staying in Oakland allows for a wide-range of Northern California day trips and activities, whether it’s an afternoon of wine tasting in Sonoma and Napa, wandering the grounds of Silicon Valley’s Google campus, shopping the premium outlets of the Tri-Valley, or taking in San Francisco’s iconic sights, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. With its vast selection of lodgings and its easy access to Bay Area locales, Oakland makes the perfect home away from home.
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SOBRE MESA
When You Know, You Know
Top 10 Reasons to Host an Event in Oakland
• Unique indoor and outdoor venues
• Located near 3 major international airports (OAK, SFO, SJC)
• Easy access to transportation options - train, bus, bike, ride share, and ferry
• Convention Center and Sports Arena
• 125 languages spoken in The Town
• 260 sunny days per year
• Excellent location in the San Francisco Bay Area
• 19 miles of coastline and 1,000 acres of parks and trails
• Voted #1 Best Food City in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers
