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couchdate - Vintage HiFi Bar + Community Space in the Heart of Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
80 guests
Enjoy a historical, landmark building in the heart of downtown Oakland. couchdate is a Hifi Bar + community space. Excellent for everything from private parties, book releases, and workshops, to intimate music performances, dance parties, photo shoots, and so much more. Included with our space is
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$822 total
before taxes
6 hr min
Dedicated Workshop Room and Breakouts at Port Labs in Uptown
Downtown Oakland, CA10 guests
Welcome to Port Labs!
Come bring your team and work out solutions with us in our premier dedicated conference room seating up to 20 guests.
Our Uptown Oakland workshop space is located inside of a renovated Bank of America building on Franklin St. High ceilings, natural
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$249 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Sweet and vibrant Sushi Spot with subtle elegant asteitcs.
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (5)
30 guests
Hi There!
Our space would be a fantastic fit for the following:
Corporate Events: Renting out space for conferences, product launches, team building events, or corporate meetings.
Private Parties: Birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, and other special gatherings.
Co working Spaces: Renting out workspaces for individuals or teams who need
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$272 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Terrace Lounge in Oakland
Downtown Oakland, CA2.8 (5)
50 guests
Our beautiful club room is perfect for any social gathering, celebration or meeting (retreat). Flexible seating allows for casual mingling and dining. This indoor/outdoor space is sure to impress!
Space Features:
Indoor/outdoor Terrace
modern landscaping
two grills
WiFi
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$603 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Lakeside Art Deco Dining Room with panoramic view of Lake Merritt
Downtown Oakland, CA220 guests
You have just found Oakland’s best kept secret. The Terrace Room is known to many as a little gem, tucked inside The Lake Merritt Hotel with panoramic views of the mesmerizing Lake Merritt. The beautiful, Art Deco building was built in 1927. Then it
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$1,752 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
150 guests
Oakstop. Beautiful gallery and event space for team "off sites", workshops, receptions, conferences, exhibits, and parties. Rotating art series professionally installed as well as unique colorful stools to match almost any color theme. Plenty of windows and access to separate adjoining roof deck event space for an
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$1,287 total
before taxes
4 hr min
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Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA4.9 (27)
12 guests
Oakstop. Beautiful multipurpose room for private meetings, workshops, trainings, or conferences. Large windows open, allowing for natural light and air along with a view of the historic Fox Theater. Located on the bustling downtown Oakland street, which has a plethora of food options.
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$353 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Unique Uptown Lounge with Vibey Decor and Bar
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
125 guests
Welcome to Akoma Lounge! A great lounge space for unique gatherings, record releases, birthdays, quincenera’s, graduations, baby showers and more! Featuring a beautiful bar, hardwood floors, and modern furniture. We are nestled in the heart of uptown Oakland. We provide access to a prep
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$230 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Velvett Studios
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (13)
25 guests
Velvett Studios. At intro rate through the remainder of 2025!
Welcome to Velvett Photo Studio! Please read before booking:
Myself or an assistant will be on site for all bookings. Because this new studio includes equipment rental, I want to be close by to provide any troubleshooting and otherwise be
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$173 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Parliament Event Venue
Downtown Oakland, CA180 guests
Parliament Event Venue. Nestled inside Old Oakland’s historic neighborhood of tree lined and lit streets, paved brick sidewalks and Victorian era architecture, Parliament offers a vibrant upscale and versatile event space to Old Oakland. Corporate, private and holiday events to photo, film and commercial shoots no event is too
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$876 total
before taxes
4 hr min
The Reef Studios
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (4)
50 guests
The Reef Studios. The Reef Studios offers a spacious layout for visual content production and events, 7 x 10 ft adjustable backdrops for photography/videography, and multiple convertible sets for visual content. We are located in downtown Oakland on Lathom square. There is a ton of culture within walking
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$120 total
before taxes
2 hr min
STAK Space
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
4 guests
STAK Space. 🎙️ Need a Recording Studio?
Come check out our YouTube studio and podcast room—fully equipped with professional AV gear to make your recording experience seamless, high quality, and hassle free. Whether you're filming video content, recording interviews, or launching your next podcast series, our space is designed
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$120 total
before taxes
1 hr min
STAK Space
Downtown Oakland, CA6 guests
STAK Space. Paramount Podcast Studio is a professional, fully equipped space designed for high quality recordings, interviews, and voiceover work. The studio features comfortable seating for hosts and guests, and state of the art microphones and recording equipment. The layout includes a main recording area as well as
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$283 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Downtown city view recording studio
Downtown Oakland, CA10 guests
The Reef Studios, located in Downtown Oakland, is a community driven production and recording studio.
We specialize in producing, engineering, recording, and releasing music
while also offering educational programs to teach music creation to the youth.
we believe that, much like a coral reef, our community
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$120 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Izo Studio
Downtown Oakland, CA4.9 (15)
6 guests
Izo Studio. Studio Rental for Podcast, YouTube, & Social Media Content Creation — Fully Equipped & Flexibly Bookable!
Looking for a professional, creative space to record your next podcast, YouTube video, or social media content? Our state of the art content studio is designed to inspire, equipped with top
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$144 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Great for content creation -- Live/Work Loft in Downtown Oakland with floor to ceiling windows
Downtown Oakland, CA15 guests
This space is great for a location shoot or if you need a staged shoot for headshots, product images, or lifestyle. We have a variety of spaces that can create different scenes easily within the space. The loft is two levels which can also be helpful
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$657 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Natural Light Studio and Dance/Yoga/Rehearsal Hall
Downtown Oakland, CA4.9 (24)
30 guests
Welcome to our space!
A warm, naturally lit studio with mirrors, dance floor, cubbies, and lounge space. Our space is 800 sq ft, with south west facing windows that let natural light in all day. A creative hub nestled in the same building as Flax
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$230 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Charming + Stylish Gem In Uptown Oakland!
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (6)
10 guests
About the space:
Charming + stylish gem in Oakland's Uptown neighborhood! This is a chic top floor condominium w/ an ideal synthesis of old world charm & contemporary function/updates. Vintage details include Victorian era fireplace mantle, built in cabinetry, wainscoting, pocket doors, picture/plate molding, crown molding,
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$456 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Hesher's Pizza & Taproom
Downtown Oakland, CA4.8 (4)
137 guests
Hesher's Pizza & Taproom. This modern, eclectic bar & lounge has over 1600 square feet of industrial cozy space, complete with plenty of seating, pinball, board games, and dart boards, three TV's and a smart projector/large screen. Furniture can be moved for an open space, great for yoga or other
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$630 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (4)
100 guests
Oakstop. A large open retail floor space with natural light accommodates events and conferences of all size and varieties.
This space is setup as a gallery as well with beautiful art from local artists, providing a colorful backdrop for your meeting or event.
Features street level entry,
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$959 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA4.7 (35)
8 guests
Oakstop. Quiet conference space that can accommodate multiple purposes including private meetings, workshops, and trainings. Perfect for video production or podcast recordings. Located on the first floor with access to natural light in the Broadway Gallery. Mostly white room with art deco white table.
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$60 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (2)
100 guests
Oakstop. Manning Gallery Suite: Gallery & Event Space
A spacious retail floor space with natural light and brick accents accommodates events and conferences of all size and varieties. Features street level entry, hardwood floors, and access to other adjacent spaces for use as breakouts.
A spacious retail floor space
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$657 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Event and Theater space 30 seconds from BART in Oakland.
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (2)
47 guests
with a stage. 40 chairs are available. LED overhead and theater lights are also available.
The space has been used as a photo studio, event space, theater space and classroom.
Total capacity is 49 people.
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$500 total
before taxes
3 hr min
The Royal Palace Studio
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (3)
15 guests
The Royal Palace Studio. Meetings, dance class, model walk class and yoga. Our Space includes Yoga Blocks and Bluetooth speaker. As well as smart TV! Unfortunately this space is not that big! It can fit up to 15 20 toddlers/ small kids and maybe 10 12 adults. This space is
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$108 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA3.6 (11)
50 guests
Oakstop. Beautiful light filled multipurpose room for private meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, exhibits, and events. Modern amenities including large smart TV and stylish conference table. Private kitchenette provides additional accommodations for providing food during staff retreats, receptions, etc.
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$630 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Parker Meeting Room
Downtown Oakland, CA4.8 (38)
8 guests
Beautiful multipurpose room for private meetings, workshops, trainings, or conferences. Large windows open, allowing for natural light and air along with a view of the historic Fox Theater.
/// ROOM INCLUDES ///
• Vizio Smart TV Monitor
• Stationary Conference Table
• Cushioned rolling chairs
• A portable
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$72 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Podcast Studio - Oaktown Echo
Downtown Oakland, CA8 guests
A podcast room designed for up to 5 people, featuring a spacious setup and professional grade soundproofing to ensure high quality recordings. Equipped with premium microphones and seamless AV technology, this space allows for effortless connectivity, making it easy to record, edit, and produce content without
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$96 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Light Filled Industrial Studio and Loft Space
Downtown Oakland, CA20 guests
Bright, airy industrial space available for rent in Oakland's historic Waterfront Warehouse District—perfect for fashion, product, lifestyle, or branding photoshoots. The 1,475 sq. ft. space features 12 ft ceilings, exposed brick, steel beams, and polished concrete floors for a rustic vibe.
Note: photo equipment is not included.
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$876 total
before taxes
8 hr min
Primetime Golf
Downtown Oakland, CA75 guests
Primetime Golf. This indoor golf facility is a golfer's paradise right in the heart of downtown Oakland. This state of the art venue offers a premier indoor golfing experience like no other. With its cutting edge technology and meticulously designed space, it's the ideal destination for golf enthusiasts
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$657 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Downtown Loft with Bay View
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (6)
20 guests
Soak in panoramic San Francisco Bay views from this 15th floor downtown loft. With vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and space for lush greenery, this bright and airy retreat is perfect for plant lovers and urban dwellers alike. A serene oasis in the heart of the
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$196 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Liz & Company
Downtown Oakland, CA50 guests
Liz & Company. Our spacious, open concept salon loft is perfect for a variety of activities including photo and video shoots, pop ups, private events, and content creation. The layout is airy and open, featuring large windows that let in plenty of natural light, creating an ideal environment for
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$90 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA4.7 (10)
100 guests
Oakstop. A fully customizable space in Downtown Oakland that serves as a shoe store, art gallery, and event space during business hours. This space allows for various different styles of meetings and gatherings, movie screenings and performances, and the perfect place for networking workshops.
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$420 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Bay View Skyline Event Space
Downtown Oakland, CA80 guests
Beautiful Event Space with Stunning Skyline Views
Experience elegance at its peak on the Penthouse 39th floor, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay Area. This sophisticated venue comfortably accommodates 50 seated guests or 80 standing, making it the perfect choice for cocktail parties, intimate
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$767 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Modern Off-site Meeting & Conference Space Office
Downtown Oakland, CA4.7 (3)
25 guests
Our warm and modern office space is located in the heart of JackLondon. Within walking distance of dozens of hotels, restaurants and easily accessible by public transportation.
The 1500+ Square office has been refurbished; New paint, redone floors, lighting, windows, and new state of the
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$1,254 total
before taxes
7 hr min
Downtown Retro Vinyl Record Cocktail bar and Art Gallery
Downtown Oakland, CA4.8 (13)
40 guests
The space can comfortably accommodate parties of 30 40 people, depending on seating requirements. Great for birthday parties, art shows and parties. The space features a full bar, turntables, art, plug and play projector system, all nestled inside a beautiful retro style. The space
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$876 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Baba's House & 13 Orphans
Downtown Oakland, CA30 guests
Baba's House & 13 Orphans. “So this is a snack shop AND an event space?”
Yes, indeed. We designed the space so that it can be an empty canvas for creativity.
Want to perform with your own guest list? A dance party? Comedy night? Movie experience?
Want a space to host a company party,
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$500 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through February 2026.
How much does a photo studio cost to rent in Downtown Oakland?
Photo studios in Downtown Oakland average $143 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
photo studios Pricing Range in Oakland, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for photo studios venues in Oakland, ranging between $86.56 and $209.38.
$143/hr average
$87/hr$209/hr
How popular are photo studios in Downtown Oakland?
Our local hosts have welcomed 3251 people into their photo studios with reviews averaging 4.78 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
How long do people rent photo studios in Downtown Oakland?
Most photo studios are scheduled for 5 hours, with 13 people in attendance. You’ll find the most photo studios starting between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.
photo studios Booking Times in Oakland, CA
Image representing average rental time for photo studios in Oakland, emphasizing most start between 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Reviews for photo studios
Jesus A.
Spacious Photo Studio in Oakland
Fantastic studio space for my lifestyle photoshoot!
My client was very impressed with the studio layout, cleanliness, professional staff, access to shops and restaurants, stock of props and surfaces, and full kitchen for food prep (great for food photography or simply whipping up a quick meal).
Able shoot using the...
Gail B.
Charming + Stylish Gem In Uptown Oakland!
thorough. The space looked exactly like the pictures provided. And she even left my photographer and I some free snacks to eat during our photoshoot! I highly recommend her as a host...
Gail B.
Charming + Stylish Gem In Uptown Oakland!
thorough. The space looked exactly like the pictures provided. And she even left my photographer and I some free snacks to eat during our photoshoot! I highly recommend her as a host...
Betsy B.
Light-Filled Executive Lounge with Smart TV and Kitchenette
Overall, a wonderful space with great lighting - we used it to simulate a team meeting for a photo shoot. I would use it for an actual team meeting and be happy with the space. The room was not as clean as I would hope, it definitely needed a good vacuum...
Dennis B.
Oakland Downtown Natural Light Photography Studio
need for a professional shoot.
But what really made this experience exceptional was Jazmine, our host. She was incredibly welcoming, professional, and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Her attention to detail and helpful suggestions really elevated our shoot. You can tell she genuinely...
Jasmin B.
Oakland Downtown Natural Light Photography Studio
Absolutely amazing experience! First time i rented a studio for a photoshoot in general, and it was such a beautiful place. Cutest amenities and such as well. 10/10 would recommend! Thank you again Jazmine...
Carol D.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
Beautiful space, fully equipped with everything you could possibly need for a photoshoot. Excellent host. Everything went very well. Highly recommend...
Robert E.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
Too bad theyre closed, it was great and convenient place for photoshoots
Teja F.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
protocols. The space has many backdrops, a makeup/touch up area, props that can be used an really spacious. Such a good find for our photoshoot and easy to access...
Ambrose G.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
space, use of a great sound system for music, comfort, and the use of their in-house equipment was a huge plus for our photoshoot.
The hosts were very accomodating and thorough. And were nice enough to help with some equipment setup.
Minor con: The white vinyl was mostly clean...
Christopher H.
Oakland Downtown Natural Light Photography Studio
my last-minute shoot. The space is bright, clean, and thoughtfully laid out, with plenty of natural light. Jazmine was incredibly responsive and accommodating throughout the booking process, making everything seamless. I highly recommend this space to anyone seeking a professional, well-equipped studio for photography or content creation. We...
Savanah M.
Light-Filled Executive Lounge with Smart TV and Kitchenette
Great space for filming and photography.
Note, no front desk or staff on-site. Building was quiet and worked well for a video shoot...
Ricardo N.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
asked to take pictures of her. Ive only tried out photography a couple of times. I've even booked other places on peerspace to shoot photography to help another friend.
Every studio has there features and space, but shooting here was really a great experience. Leon took the time to...
Jim O.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
This studio has everything a photographer needs for any type of photo shoot. It is neat clean and well well organized. The host, Leon, was punctual and took the time to show me where everything was, how to use it and made sure everything worked with my equipment before he...
Kendall O.
Bright + Modern Downtown Oakland Studio – Ideal Baby Shower Venue, Workshop Space & Photoshoots
responsive and helpful, and the space was honestly perfect. We were doing a content shoot for my sound meditation, breathwork, and yoga biz (BTS linked below), so I didn't need all of her photography stuff, but she has really beautiful backdrops, lights, etc. Would definitely recommend Jazmine and her...
David S.
Chic Downtown Conference Room
This space was exactly as pictured and was ideal for the photo shoot that I used it for. The host, Damon, was very helpful and accommodating beforehand, answering questions promptly, helping to adjust the timing when I requested a change, etc. And Damon provided a friendly greeting on the day...
Tai S.
Osumare Suite: Luxurious Meeting Loft in Downtown Oakland
Fantastic space for a photo shoot, northern facing windows with neutral exterior bouncing light in. Couldn’t be any more ideal!
Host was a bit late to meet us, but was very lovely and had a lot on his hands.
Would definitely rent this space again...
Allie S.
Natural Light Studio and Dance/Yoga/Rehearsal Hall
Cool spot inside the FLAX Art and Design center. I booked it for a photoshoot with a few friends. Great natural light. Host was easy to communicate with. I would book again...
Mark T.
Bright Production Space - perfect for shooting and recording
The space was really nice! We did a photo shoot here and the images came out great! Thanks again Jeremy and team for coordinating, will definitely be using the space again...
Fatimah T.
Downtown City Center Oakland Studio for Meetings
This studio is amazing! It has everything you need for your photo shoot. Sunny and Leon are great host, the communication was very clear and professional. Will book again for sure...
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Updated February 19, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.