B-Love's Guest House

I visited the B-Love Guesthouse a few years ago. It was on short notice and I was so fortunate to have been able to get a room. This experience was wonderfully memorable. Ms. Bartlow has created an atmosphere that is warm, comfortable, welcoming, and authentically soulful. I, honestly, can’t speak enough about the care, professionalism, and genuine hospitality I received during my stay. So when you are in the Bay Area, do yourself a favor and stay over at the B-Love Guesthouse. Thank me later.

B-Love’s guess house is just as wonderful as portrayed. It’s not just a stay but an experience. A hidden gem in West Oakland. Very tranquil with an amazing hostess. I’ll recommend to anyone looking for a clean & peaceful environment to rest while away from home. You’ll love the garden!

Traci Bartlow’s guest house, BLove’s, is just wonderful! This place is clean, comfortable, accessible to public transportation, artistic, black women owned, and has a beautiful backyard! I have stayed there numerous times and even hosted events in the backyard. If you are visiting Oakland, BLove’s Guesthouse is the place to stay!

B-Love’s Guest House is an oasis that is hard to write a review for. Nestled in the heart of West Oakland, “B-Love” hosts a part-hostel, part-private accommodation that seems to be able to meet any need, and has met mine for 1+ month in multiple stays now. In the two times I stayed here while commuting through the Bay Area, it was a gamble who I could share my kitchen or bathroom with.. but I always felt at peace as soon as I arrived. The “vibe” is curated as much as the artist hosting the space. “B-Love” stays around the home sometimes like a caring manager rather than an overbearing landlord. It was always good to see her around to update her on house supplies, or just to hang out. She is a wealth of knowledge and history that comes along with the guest house and beautiful garden. Howe

Staying at B-Loves Guest house felt like staying my aunties home. The space was filled with love, warmth, creativity, and history. The location was perfect. I was able to get to all of the historical places and spaces that I wanted visit. Traci the owner was very knowledgeable, vibrant and down to earth. The community that she created is very supportive. I was on a solo trip and I felt very safe and comfortable there I would definitely stay there again.