NOW OPEN Oakland's newest luxury hotel, Kissel Uptown Oakland is always in the Moment. A showcase for the city’s best with a nostalgic vibe that pays tribute to an era of decadence through high-end design and over-the-top style, Kissel is a brand-new premier hotel in the heart of Uptown Oakland. Bold decor. Refreshing service. Diverse culinary options. Glamourous event venues. Kissel strikes the perfect balance between style and comfort, being the ideal place for locals to commune and travelers to get a genuine taste of The Town. A SOPHISTICATED STAY in our 168 rooms and suites. SHOWCASE OF STYLE with over 9,000 SqFt of meeting and event space across four venues. GET TO KNOW UPTOWN. Unmistakably Oakland with its central location in the vibrant Uptown area of Downtown Oakland, Kissel puts the energy of the city at your doorstep. We're adjacent to the Hive Entertainment & Dining District and just four blocks from the 19th street BART station.