Guests often praise
- Clean and recently remodeled rooms with soft beds
- Friendly and attentive management who prioritize guest safety
- Free Wi-Fi and parking adding to convenience
- Quiet and secure environment despite the urban location
Sage Motel
Discover Sage Motel in East Oakland, offering clean, remodeled rooms, free Wi-Fi, and parking. Safe, friendly, and rated 3.9, it’s ideal for visitors seeking affordable comfort near local sights.
4844 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619, United States View on map
Free Wi-Fi Free parking
What recent guests emphasize
Balanced comfort in a convenient location
Recent guests highlight the motel's cleanliness, safety, and attentive staff, while noting practical considerations about the area and room conditions.
Worth knowing
- Some guests bring personal bed sprays and prefer not to use shared bedding due to personal preference
- Located in East Oakland, guests recommend caution and staying inside the room to ensure comfort
- No on-site pool, restaurant, or fitness center
- Management maintains strict oversight to keep unwanted disturbances away
Best for
- Travelers seeking affordable accommodations with essential amenities
- Visitors focused on sightseeing, recreation, and exploring nearby attractions
- Those valuing a motel with a long-established presence and a reputation for safety
- Guests comfortable with a simple, no-frills lodging experience in an urban area
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About this property
Welcome to Sage Motel
Sage Motel, located at 4844 MacArthur Blvd in Oakland, CA, stands out as a modest yet reliable lodging option in East Oakland. With a solid rating of 3.9, this motel offers travelers a no-frills experience focused on comfort and safety. The rooms, recently remodeled, reflect practical design and cleanliness that many guests appreciate. Visitors consistently highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the owners, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere that makes each stay feel personal and secure.
Despite its unassuming location in a neighborhood that some might approach with caution, Sage Motel is praised for being a safe haven, a sentiment echoed by long-term visitors and newcomers alike. It fills a valuable niche for budget-conscious travelers seeking dependable accommodations where they can relax and rest without worry. Amenities are basic but adequate—free Wi-Fi and parking are available, making it functional for those who plan to explore Oakland or conduct business nearby. While it lacks extras like a pool, restaurant, or fitness center, the motel’s focus on essential comforts and security makes it a trustworthy choice.
Sage Motel’s reputation is rooted in its straightforward, honest service and the genuine care shown by its management. This creates a sense of community rarely found in comparable establishments. For travelers prioritizing safety, affordability, and a clean, comfortable place to stay, Sage Motel serves as a hidden gem in East Oakland. It offers the kind of quiet reliability that turns first-time visitors into repeat guests.
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Facilities & essentials
What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive
The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.
Most popular facilities
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Not available at this property
Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
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What recent guests are actually saying
Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.
8.0
i been here several times and i must say i like it never had any problems and the owners are very nice and also the rooms are very nice.
10
Don’t be fooled by the location! They’ve been there for years and it’s VERY SAFE! I just moved here from Florida and I’ve been to some pretty rough places in my life; Nothing like Oakland. I had my first hotel room robbed when I stayed at the airport hotel, had my car “bipped” when I stayed at a place in downtown Oakland… then I found this hidden gem! The rooms are great! Recently remodeled, VERY clean, NO BUGS!!!, and soft beds! Now…as for the employees of the facility… there was a young lady there whom I assumed to possibly be the owners daughter… ABSOLUTELY wonderful human being! She’s open to questions, didn’t mind explaining the dos and don’t of the area and kept a smile on her face! The owner? Fantastic guy! Real chill vibe type of person. Takes his business VERY seriously but is an immensely kind individual! I’m a night owl, I mean I rarely EVER sleep and while I was there (4-5 day period) I would notice him patrolling the grounds! Not to mention that he’s been open for i believe 2.5 decades so he’s been able to establish a well rounded relationship with local PD. I say that to say, his property is known as a “No Nonsense” area! Less than 2 blocks away are “competing” motels… if you don’t want to believe my review… go have a look at those. I’ll leave you with that! Thank you to the sage motel. I’ll be back tonight!
10
The rooms have been re-done,personally to each it's own it depends on what you expect to get for 80$ on MacArthur in EAST OAKLAND,But compared to the rest Of give them a great review yes the owners are very very VERY NOSEY BUT IF YOU ARE THERE FOR THE RIGHT REASONS????WHICH IS TO ENJOY YOUR STAY INSIDE YOUR ROOM MANAGEMENT WILL GIVE YOU NO PROBLEMS I LOVE THE FACT THAT THEY STAY ON TOP OF THE UNWANTED RIFT-RAFT MAKES ME A LOT MORE COMFORTABLE AND AT EASE REGARDLESS OF THE AREA....ROOMS ARE CLEAN BUT I ALWAYS BRING OWN SPRAYS FOR BEDS AND NEVER SLEEP WITH TOP BLANKET AT ANY ROOM UNLESS IT'S FRESH OUT THE WASHER AND DRYER! !!!!!YOUR CHOICE. ........
Location & neighborhood
Where you'll find Sage Motel
Oakland, California, USA
Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around
- Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak 1 hr 8 Walk
- MacArthur Blvd & Richard's Gate (Mills College) 3 min Walk
- MacArthur Blvd & Pierson St.(Mills College) 4 min Walk
- San Francisco International Airport 32 min Car · 1 hr 46 Transit
- San Jose Mineta International Airport 45 min Car · 1 hr 31 Transit
- Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport 18 min Car · 41 min Transit
Things to do nearby
Worth the walk or a quick ride
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