Off-Site Accommodations near UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

If you're coming from outside the area for an extended hospital visit, our social workers can help you locate short-term lodging close by, including discounted family housing and hotels.

Family House

This low-cost home away from home has 16 private bedrooms for qualifying families who live at least 70 miles from the hospital. Residents share a common living room, playroom, backyard, kitchen and laundry room.

Our social services department provides referrals to Family House, but you're welcome to contact the staff directly at (510) 428-3100.

Hotels

The hotels listed below are all within a few miles of our Oakland hospital, and they offer our patients' families a special rate. Please contact social services to discuss your reservation needs.

Executive Inn & Suites

1755 Embarcadero
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 536-6633
5 miles from the hospital

University Inn & Suites Berkeley

920 University Ave.
Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 849-1121
3.5 miles from the hospital

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

1717 Embarcadero
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 356-2450
5 miles from the hospital

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

5555 Shellmound St.
Emeryville, CA 94608
(510) 652-8777
2 miles from the hospital

Your child's hospital stay

Your Stay

We offer valuable information to help you plan for your child's upcoming hospital stay. Find out about food services, family accommodations and more.

Admissions & Discharge

To plan for your child's hospital stay, read about admission to and discharge from the hospital, and details to make your child as comfortable as possible.

Contact a Patient

You can contact your child or other patients by phone, message or postal mail during their hospital stay. Find out how.

Family Accommodations

Most of our patient rooms can accommodate one overnight guest, and we offer many family amenities. Short-term lodging is also available nearby.

Family Amenities

Family-friendly amenities help you relax and take care of yourself while staying close to your child. We offer lounges, kitchens, showers, breastfeeding rooms and more.

Food Services

We offer healthy, convenient options for food and beverages at our cafe's, cafeterias, kiosks and vending machines at our facilities. Learn more.

Gift Shops

Our gift shops offer a variety of gifts, such as flowers, plants, balloons, toys, books, candy and more, for children and families during a hospital stay.

Hospital Policies

Our hospital policies cover cell phone use, smoking, safety drills and more. Find the details you need to know before your visit.

Patient Rights & Responsibilities

Our list of patient rights and responsibilities describes the partnership of mutual respect between you and your child's care team. Learn more.

Patient Rooms

Our patient rooms offer a cheerful, comfortable setting for rest and recovery during your child's stay, with amenities such as TVs, WiFi and sofa sleepers.

Patient Safety: How You Can Help

You can help the care team safeguard your child's well-being by asking questions, keeping track of medications and other steps for a safe experience.

Patient Transport: A Parent's Guide

Our transport service provides high-level care on the way to our hospitals. Find out what to expect and how you can help ensure a smooth transport.

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Preparing Kids for a Hospital Stay

Preparing your child for a hospital stay or surgery can be challenging. Read our tips for making this process less stressful for you and your child.

Visiting Hours & Guidelines

The visiting hours at our hospitals include policies for critical care areas and flu season. Find out more.

Your Child's Care Team

Our doctors, nurses, child life specialists and other providers have special training to care for children. Meet your child's care team.

Your Child's Hospital Stay: What to Bring

A favorite pillow, toy, book or electronic device can help your child feel more comfortable while in the hospital. Find out what you can bring.

Preparing for Your Child's Surgery

If your child is having surgery, there are many details about how to prepare, what to bring, and what to expect during and after surgery. Learn more.

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