Frequently Asked Questions

What to Know About Your Stay at Kissel Uptown Oakland

Q. What is the Meaning Behind the Name Kissel?

A. Sharing its namesake with the original showroom, Pacific Kissel Kar-Dean Lippi Showroom, that once called 2401-11 Broadway home, Kissel is a tribute to the car manufacturing industry and the blue-collar spirit that helped make Oakland a thriving metropolitan. Today, that spirit lives on with Kissel standing as a modern showcase for everything that makes Oakland so unique.

Q. Does Kissel Offer Free Wifi?

A. Kissel provides all guests with complimentary wifi. We also offer high-speed internet for $9.99/day.

Q. Does Kissel have a Fitness Center?

A. Kissel offers guests a fully equipped fitness center with access to Peloton bikes.

Q. Does Kissel Allow Pets?

A. Yes, Kissel does allow guests to bring pets.

Q. Where should I visit while staying in Oakland?

A. Click here to view events in Oakland.

Q. I am interested in securing a group block, how do I do that?

A. Click here to fill out the RFP.

Q. What is Kissel's Restaurant?

A. Otto's Uptown Kitchen offers specialty drinks and a local-centric menu. High 5ive rooftop bar lives next door, providing dining and cocktails. Click here to learn more.

Q. How do I make a reservation at High 5ive?

A. Go to High 5ive's website to easily make a reservation.

Q. Where is High 5ive located?

A. High 5ive is located adjacent to Kissel. To access High 5ive, enter via the separate entrance at 437 25th Street, just around the corner from the main hotel entrance. Click here for location & directions.

Destination Fee

A daily destination fee of $27.00 (subject to change) is applied to each room of your stay in order to provide the following services and amenities,
which enhance the guest experience. Please contact the hotel directly for more information.

Daily $10 Off your bill at Otto's Uptown Kitchen or High 5ive Rooftop Lounge (min spend $30)

Access to Refuge, a calm meditative space on the 3rd floor of the hotel

A one-time $7 credit that may be used towards a Market purchase during your stay

Kissel Uptown Oakland Keepsake

15% Off any purchase at Ramses Art Garden

10% Off your purchase at Sweet Bar

$20 credit off your first order with Rinse, our preferred laundry vendor

First class is always free!  Title Boxing Club $10 discount per workout with free glove rental. Advanced bookings are required.

Up to 20% savings on tickets to BroadwaySF (See Front Desk for details)

Two Refillable Keepsake Water Bottles

Complimentary Cocktail or Mocktail at Jaji (One per Stay)

Complimentary Cocktail or Mocktail at Parche (One per Stay)

15% Off your first purchase at Taylor Jay Collection

10% Off your order at Calabash

Parking and Transportation

Valet Parking

All parking rates are subject to 20% tax.

Overnight (with in/out privileges)
$55 standard | $80 oversized

Hourly (no in/out privileges)
$10 standard | $30 oversized
Daily Max $55 | $80

Airports

Oakland International Airport (OAK): 10 miles

San Francisco International Airport (SFO): 22 miles

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC): 42 miles

Mass or Public Transit

19th Street/Oakland BART station is located 4 blocks south of Kissel Uptown Oakland.

Broadway & 25th St. bus stop: 0.1 miles

Oakland Jack London Square Amtrak station: 2 miles

Pet Policy

Pets Are Welcome 

For guests staying 1–6 nights, a $100 nonrefundable pet fee plus taxes will be administered. For guests staying 7 or more nights, please contact the hotel. There is a maximum of two dogs with a combined weight of 75 pounds permitted per room. All dogs must be housebroken.