I stayed at the Gem for 3 nights and it was fantastic! Perks of the place included: spacious, private, quiet, all necessary amenities, great water pressure in the shower, and lots of personal touches to make you feel more at home -- like slippers, a lint brush, and breakfast tailored to your specific taste! And I love that I was able to bring my pup, Lola, without any hassle.
Michael was an excellent host! We met briefly in person, and all of his communication was prompt and friendly. And he even offered to mail me something that I accidentally left behind.
The location is ideal. Walkable to many nearby coffee shops and restaurants and a very quick car ride to the BART station.
I definitely hope to stay at the Gem again on a future trip to Oakland! Thank you, Michael!