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"We were informed upon checking in that the HVAC for the entire building had died - so on a rather hot day yup on the fourth floor, we were stuck using
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At this Downtown Oakland hotel, you'll be steps from Jack London Square and within a 15-minute walk of Oakland Convention Center. Oakland City Center and Fox Theater are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Free breakfast
A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the conference space and WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free continental breakfast each morning.
Free WiFi, patios
Featuring conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves, the 110 guestrooms also offer free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include patios, coffee/tea makers, and free local calls.
Jack London Inn ratings based on 35 Verified Reviews
Review Summary
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Room cleanliness2.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff2.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort1.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition2.0 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for Jack London Inn
Everyone (24)Couples (4)Family (6)
2 out of 5
There was no heating or ac in room hotel is old a resident died in lobby of hotel
Posted by DonnaNash, from Sacramento ca on Feb 12, 2020
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1 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveler on Jan 23, 2020
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1 out of 5
Holding deposit fee that was not listed on the reservation or website.
Posted by a verified traveler on Jan 19, 2020
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1 out of 5
the heat was off I had already to booked and I didn't have any where else to go
Posted by a verified traveler on Dec 24, 2019
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2 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveler on Nov 20, 2019
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1 out of 5
Let's start with the two front desk staffers with bad attitudes & worse manners. Do they just not get that they work in what is referred to as the hospitality industry ? What a pair of sullen, stupid and useless employees. Not welcoming & barely competent. too worries about who's nails looked better & talking smack about guests in front of other guests .
Then there's the room. Dirty, no AC working, people fighting in the hallway outside & breaking glass. Broken glass never picked up, still there in the morning.
Amenities? Oh you mean the free breakfast that they closed 15 minutes early & we were told it was " our own fault we were late " ? Oh hello. There are better amenities in hell or prison then there are at this rat-trap of a hotel.
Did I mention the trains? One thing , VERY important left out of all of the hotels website & descriptions is that it is literally 4 feet from an active train track that conveys Amtrack commuter trains. They run all night long. We were treated to both the trains & their piercing whistles about 4-5 times between 11pm & 5am during our one night stay.
The only redeeming quality this hotel has is that it is walking distance to a good number of restaurants & attractions. However I do not feel that justifies putting my safety & wellbeing at jeopardy , much less paying them for the pleasure of their rude, filthy little hotel.
Posted by a verified traveler on Oct 7, 2019
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3 out of 5
We were informed upon checking in that the HVAC for the entire building had died - so on a rather hot day yup on the fourth floor, we were stuck using fans to try and stay cool enough to not sweat.
Upon checking out we were told we'd have to call the manager about getting some kind of a discount - when we checked in, that going man told us that the a/c should be fixed/running by the time we returned from the show we were seeing that night - not so, it was still just as broken when we checked out the next day.
Posted by a verified traveler on Sep 23, 2019
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5 out of 5
Location, more character then Jack London's characters
Posted by a verified traveler on Jun 4, 2019
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3 out of 5
The first room we received was not clean. Floor was dirty and the bedsheets had stains on them. They upgraded up to a king bed on the 4th floor and the room was a little better. This inn needs a lot of work when it comes to the presentability. Based on the pictures on their website it looks great but that is not the case when you get a room. At least they had a working mini fridge and microwave. The rooms are very dated and needs some new carpeting and other ammenities. The free breakfast was horrible. Only bagels, frozen waffles, and bread. 3 choices of cereal and milk and OJ. I would not have booked this hotel with this package if i would have known about these issues. There was a lot of stuff to do within walking distance and they did have a port to SF within walking distance so you could take a ferry. All in all i would give a rating a 2 star at best
Posted by a verified traveler on May 12, 2019
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1 out of 5
I feel I deserve a refund or at least a complimentary night or two
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. Event space at this hotel measures 3000 square feet (279 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and an elevator are also featured at the business-friendly Jack London Inn. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This Oakland hotel is smoke free.
Airport: Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) (14.7 km / 9.2 mi)
Train station: Oakland-Jack London Square Station (0.6 km / 0.4 mi)
Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge
Room Amenities
Jack London Inn offers 110 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Private patio
Flat-screen television
Cable channels
Refrigerator
Microwave
Coffee maker
Shower and tub combination
Housekeeping (daily)
Local calls (free)
Hair dryer
Toiletries (free)
Telephone
Iron and ironing board
Desk
Blackout drapes
Ensuite bathroom
Connecting rooms available
Food & Drink
Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Jack London Inn has a restaurant on site.
Nearby Activities
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Skydiving nearby
Sailing nearby
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Accessible bathroom
Roll-in shower
Wheelchair accessible parking
In-room accessibility
Braille or raised signage
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-in time ends at midnight
Check-out
Check-out by 11 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Pet Policy
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Policies
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.
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.
Only service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Debit cards not accepted
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
Parking height restrictions apply
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: USD 75.00 per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property, but they may vary based on length of stay or the room booked.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 0.00 (rates may vary)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
Hotel Names
Jack London Inn
Jack London Inn Oakland
Jack London Oakland
Hotel At Jack London Square
The Inn At Jack London Square Hotel Oakland
Jack London Hotel Oakland
Jack London Inn Hotel
Jack London Inn Oakland
Jack London Inn Hotel Oakland
You should know
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for a fee.
Jack London Inn is 9.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Jack London Inn does not have a pool.
This hotel is 15.8 mi (24-min drive) from China Beach.
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
Jack London Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Check-in is from 3 PM - midnight.
Airport shuttle services are not available at Jack London Inn.
*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
