It's rare when you can say WOW that was a perfect stay. Yet Ayana's place was just that. After staying there for a combined stay of about 1.5 weeks I feel that I can say with confidence that this hotel was perfect for me. The love and care that is put into the building on a daily basis, the cleanliness of the rooms---you can really feel it.
- Quick access to 12th street BART (was about a 3-minute walk)
- about a 10/12-minute walk to Lake Merritt.
- an array of AMAZING Chinatown eats and great coffee places in the morning.
- very clean and excellent facilities in proper working order
- the room was perfect and the size was just right for me and then later for me and my 9-yr-old daughter.
- easy for Lyft/Uber to pick/drop you off
- super laid-back relaxing courtyard.
- fun lounge area with cozy and warm seating ...books, games, and even a pool table!
- there is no elevator - but the steps are minimal in my mind and the first flight of steps is marbled and beautiful. I was able to take my luggage and my daughters without even breaking a sweat - it takes 2 minutes to get upstairs - it is not a problem at all.
- the entire layout of the hotel is sweet, historical, modern, and very beautiful and cozy!
Would HIGHLY recommend Ayana's boutique hotel hands down 100% for their stay in Oakland.