This hotel is in a convenient location close to the 12th St-Oakland City Center BART station, Old Oakland, Downtown, Chinatown, and the Jack London District. It is in an older building, so it looks more run-down than the newer chain hotels. The rooms are small (think New York City) and not immaculately clean (our comforters had stains). The sink was... More

We stayed here for the San Francisco Salsa Congress (right next door at the Oakland Convention Center). Great location and clean. Staff friendly. Breakfast in the morning is fair. Nothing special, but gets some food in your stomach. The computer in the lobby is free, but the wireless internet is way too slow. It needs an update. Another dropback is... More

I read many reviews before settling on the Washington Inn. I decided that I would probably love if for some of the very reasons others didn't care for it. The price was excellent, the location was perfect for me to walk to a concert at the Fox theatre, and the hotel is one and a half blocks to a BART... More

Upon check-in, I was informed that the key coder machine was broken. Therefore, I would not get a key at all during my three-day stay. Instead, any time I wanted in my room, I had to come find someone at the front desk who would escort me to my room and open the door for me. Of course, this was... More

This is a refurbished hotel, from a long-ago era, which makes it very quaint and welcoming! Like stepping back to the 20s or 30s! I've stayed in both a King suite or a standard Queen, and I slept comfortably in both. The rate was very nice and affordable, given the hotel rates nearby. My most recent stay of this week... More

oakland is not the safest city in the world. i stayed at the marriott across the street for 4 days for a conference but transferred to the washington in for the 3 nights in the weekend. at first glance it looks old but it is in such good condition. the rate is good and you pay for what you get.... More

The staff is about the best part of the experience here. They've been very helpful and I really can't say anything bad about them. Even they seem to be fed up with the malfunctioning door locks and the noise level at night. There is a night club nearby whose patrons spill out into the street late at night and play... More

We booked on-line and only had pictures to go off of and i was pleasantly surprised! Great service, room was clean and charming and the hotel staff was very friendly and helpful! It has a great restaraunt too! It was close to the BART and in a great area! I would recommend to anyone! It made our trip to Oakland... More

One of the worst experiences in traveling. I couldn't sleep because I thought there were bedbugs. I am going to ask for a full refund. The guy at front desk was new and had no help. I had made previous reservations and took me over 25 minutes to check in. DON"T STAY HERE More