With a waterfront location on the Oakland Estuary, Executive Inn and Suites offers scenic views throughout the property. The mid-range, chain hotel has 143 comfortable rooms with an attractive nautical theme and conveniences like mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel provides a free breakfast including hot items, and there’s also a lounge where guests can order drinks and dinner in the evenings. A free shuttle to the airport (as well as a few other locations) is a nice bonus, but the outdoor pool with water views takes the cake. Rates here are slightly higher than the neighboring Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel, which shares the Executive Inn's pool, though the Executive Inn's rooms are a bit more attractive

The no-frills, budget Bay Breeze Inn has two major selling points: low rates and a location just a 10-minute drive from Oakland International Airport. Its 65 guest rooms have microwaves and mini-fridges, but their dated decor is worn and clashes. Some guests also report that cleanliness isn’t up to par. Another downside? The industrial surroundings are seedy. There aren’t any on-site features to speak of aside from some vending machines and guest laundry. Guests with flexibility in their budget should opt for the nearby Best Western Plus Airport Inn & Suites, which has more modern facilities and free breakfast.