Since 1927, the Oakland Airport has been serving as a major center for air travel in the Bay Area. The airport has undergone many changes in recent years, but flying into OAK remains one of the best ways to access Oakland, San Francisco and everything else the Bay has to offer. The airport is divided into two terminals comprised of 30 total gates. Both terminals offer plentiful options for pre-flight dining and shopping. Oakland’s Terminal 2 Improvement Program has helped fund art installations throughout the terminal, curated by the Oakland Museum of California.
Staying at one of Choice Hotels’ Oakland Airport locations gives you time to check out the Oakland Aviation Museum, which commemorates the long history of commercial and military aviation in Oakland. The museum features a number of exhibits related to famous flights that took off from Oakland (including Amelia Earhart’s last flight), and a number of display aircraft. Upon leaving the Oakland Airport, there are a few ways to get around. While the airport is not directly connected to the Bay Area’s light rail system, a shuttle bus offers direct access to a nearby station. From there, you can access San Francisco, Oakland and many other locations throughout the Bay. Be sure to consult our list of Choice Hotels in San Francisco and Choice Hotels in Oakland for a look at the top attractions in each city. The area’s bus system also operates a route from OAK, linking the airport to additional nearby locations in both Alameda and Contra Costa county.No matter what reason you have for flying through Oakland International Airport, staying with Choice Hotels is your best bet for a successful, relaxing trip. Our airport hotels offer clean, comfortable rooms and all of the amenities you need for a stress-free travel experience. Be sure to check out Stay and Fly packages, and book online now to enjoy our Best Internet Rate Guarantee.