Bellhop Moving review 2026 (Oakland, CA)
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Bellhop Moving, an Oakland, CA moving company, ranks #370 of 1154 movers in California, with a moveBuddha rating of 3.80/5.
85% of Bellhop Moving's 249 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its friendly and approachable staff, while the most common complaint involves unexpected charges.
Bellhop Moving holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #2878240). Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Bellhop Moving measures up
Bellhop Moving ranks #370 out of 1154 movers in California with a moveBuddha Score of 3.80 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 3.80.
- Website
- 5.0
- Brand
- 4.5
- Industry experience
- 4.4
- Customer service
- 3.6
- Review quality
- 3.5
Is Bellhop Moving moveBuddha Certified?
Bellhop Moving is not moveBuddha Certified. Certified movers are licensed carriers vetted by moveBuddha and spot-checked every quarter. They meet higher standards for insurance, pricing transparency, and customer care.
With a Certified mover, moveBuddha does the vetting for you and provides added protection. Bellhop Moving hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.
What movebuddha certified movers offer
- Up to $1,000 in added move coverage*. Extra protection for eligible moves.
- Vetted for licensing and insurance**. We verify state-required insurance for local movers and liability and cargo coverage for interstate movers.
- Dedicated moveBuddha support. Help through the move process.
- Dispute mediation. moveBuddha steps in if issues arise.
Before you book, check:
- USDOT and MC numbers. Look up the license and complaint history on FMCSA's site.
- Insurance coverage. Ask for proof of liability and cargo insurance.
- A written estimate. Binding or not-to-exceed, with every fee listed.
- The claims process. Ask how damage claims are filed and how long they take.
* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind. About moveBuddha Certified
** Local movers must hold insurance that meets state requirements for local moves. Interstate movers must carry auto liability of at least $750,000, general liability of at least $1M, and motor truck cargo coverage at or above $5,000 per vehicle and $10,000 per occurrence.
What do customers say about Bellhop Moving?
Out of 249 verified reviews, 85% of customers left a positive review about Bellhop Moving in Oakland, CA. 3.6% of reviews are negative and 11.6% are neutral. Bellhop Moving has a 6% lower positive review percentage than the average California moving company (85% vs the California state average of 91%).
- Positive84.7%(211)
- Neutral11.6%(29)
- Negative3.6%(9)
Based on 249 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about Bellhop Moving
Friendly and approachable staff
Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Bellhop Moving.
What positive reviewers say
“Beautiful space. Friendly and helpful staff.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “My company has been a member here for over a year and the staff is always friendly and flexible. They have many meeting and conference rooms of varying sizes.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “Used this place for a work function and it was a great space and the staff was really friendly!”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “The staff here are super warm and welcoming!”
GoogleVerified Reviewer
What mixed reviewers say
“Awesome staff and venue.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “Nice space, but slow internet.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “Conveniently located near the train station in Oakland. Large rooms available for rental. Audio setup is provided. Not sure if they charge for that as well.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer
Most common complaints about Bellhop Moving
Unexpected charges
Hidden fees or surprise costs caused dissatisfaction among some Bellhop Moving clients.
What negative reviewers say
“They'll hit you up for money forever.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “Recirculating dollars in our community shouldn’t require us to reduce our standards of service.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “All the bathrooms were stopped up very nasty. There was no air very hot in this place and it is super small for an event. Elevators had issues.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer
Bellhop Moving
3.80Oakland, CA
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Bellhop Moving
3.80
Oakland, CA
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What services does Bellhop Moving offer?
Bellhop Moving offers full-service moving, labor-only loading help, and local moves. It also provides long-distance moves, commercial moves, and small moves.
Services offered
Is Bellhop Moving licensed and insured?
Federally licensed, operating authority active
US DOT 2878240 Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Yes, Bellhop Moving is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 2878240, as BELLHOP INC, and its operating status is currently active. It also holds a California intrastate license, number 009668291C.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Bellhop Moving holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- State license number
- 009668291CIssued by California. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
- Registered legal name
- BELLHOP INCThe entity behind the trading name, as filed with the FMCSA
- FMCSA safety rating
- Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.
- Trucks registered
- 0Power units reported to the FMCSA
- Miles driven
- 0 (0 )Reported to the FMCSA
- Roadside inspections
- 0Recorded by the FMCSA
- FMCSA record last updated
- September 2026
How much does Bellhop Moving cost?
Bellhop Moving does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in California, you can expect to pay approximately $129/hr. Total local-move costs from similar movers typically run $400–$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850–$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700–$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home. Long-distance (500-1,000 mi) 2-3 bedroom moves from similar movers typically run $4,500–$7,500.
What similar movers typically bill for a local move
Full-service California moving companies similar to Bellhop Moving typically bill the amounts below using a $129/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.
| Home size | Typical total | Time and crew |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $400–$750 | 3–5 hours, 2 movers |
| 2-3 bedrooms | $850–$1,750 | 5–8 hours, 2–3 movers |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,700–$3,400 | 8–12 hours, 3–4 movers |
What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move
Bellhop Moving is licensed for interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service California moving companies.
| Home size | Distance | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $4,500–$7,500 |
| 4+ bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $7,000–$11,500 |
What payment options and discounts does Bellhop Moving offer?
- Accepts
- Credit Cards
- Deposit
- Required to book
- Discounts
- Mover’s own offer
Bellhop Moving accepts credit cards. A deposit is required to book. Bellhop Moving's terms: The homepage advertises booking with $0 down, while the Oakland cancellation policy references a previously collected 10% deposit. Terms state that a deposit may be collected and applied to the final balance, so deposit treatment may vary by market or booking.
Bellhop Moving also offers discounts on request. It also lists: Fall moving discounts are advertised; promotional offers and discounts may also be issued at Bellhop's discretion. Ask what you qualify for and how much you could save before you book.
How Bellhop Moving compares with the top 10 Oakland movers
With a moveBuddha score of 3.80 out of 5, Bellhop Moving ranks #16 and falls short of the top 10 Oakland movers, 0.58 points behind AMS Bekins, the tenth-placed mover. At 249 reviews, Bellhop Moving has fewer reviews than nine of the ten. Where Bellhop Moving falls behind is industry experience, with the lowest industry experience score in the group.
The ten highest-scoring local movers near Oakland, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Got2MoveSan Francisco | 4.52 | 766 | 4.8 | 4.7 | A+ |
| 2 | Dependable Movers, LLCSan Francisco | 4.48 | 2,554 | 4.9 | 4.7 | A+ |
| 3 | West Coast Moving Systems, IncOakland | 4.48 | 699 | 4.8 | 4.9 | A+ |
| 4 | Upline MovingHayward | 4.48 | 641 | 4.4 | 4.3 | — |
| 5 | Big Family MoversOakland | 4.48 | 310 | 5.0 | 4.7 | A+ |
| 6 | All City Moving and StorageSan Leandro | 4.48 | 116 | 3.7 | 3.7 | A+ |
| 7 | OCD Moving ServicesEl Sobrante | 4.44 | 743 | 5.0 | 5.0 | A+ |
| 8 | Good Green MovingSan Francisco | 4.44 | 353 | 4.7 | 4.5 | F |
| 9 | Sweet Lemon Moving ServicesAlameda | 4.42 | 981 | 5.0 | 4.9 | A+ |
| 10 | AMS BekinsBrisbane | 4.38 | 633 | 4.8 | 3.2 | A+ |
| 16 | Bellhop MovingThis mover · ranks #16 | 3.80 | 249 | — | — | — |
How does Bellhop Moving compare to other California movers?
- moveBuddha score#370 of 1154(better than average)
3.80vs 3.68 avg
Bellhop Moving scores 3.80, above the California average of 3.68, and ranks #370 of 1154 California movers.
- Positive reviews#857 of 1154(worse than average)
85%vs 91% avg
Bellhop Moving has 85% positive reviews, below the California average of 91%, and ranks #857 of 1154 California movers.
- Negative reviews#505 of 1154(better than average)
4%vs 8% avg
Bellhop Moving has 4% negative reviews, below the California average of 8%, and ranks #505 of 1154 California movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#297 of 1154(worse than average)
249vs 268 avg
Bellhop Moving has 249 reviews analyzed, below the California average of 268, and ranks #297 of 1154 California movers.
| Metric | This moverBellhop Moving | California avg | California rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#370 of 1154 in California | 3.80 | 3.68 | #370 of 1154 | +0.12(better than average) |
| Positive reviews#857 of 1154 in California | 85% | 91% | #857 of 1154 | −6 pts(worse than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#505 of 1154 in California | 4% | 8% | #505 of 1154 | −4 pts(better than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#297 of 1154 in California | 249 | 268 | #297 of 1154 | −19(worse than average) |
Compared with 1154 California movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in California.
Bellhop Moving
3.80Oakland, CA
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Save more than 30% on average
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before they book. Get a quote from Bellhop Moving, then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Oakland.
Compare prices side by side
See where Bellhop Moving lands against similar movers.
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Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
Bellhop Moving
3.80
Oakland, CA
Final verdict: Bellhop Moving
Bellhop Moving earns a 3.80/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #16 among Oakland movers, with 85% positive feedback across 249 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its friendly and approachable staff. It is best for customers prioritizing crew professionalism and reliable service experience.
The most common complaint is unexpected charges.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
Bellhop Moving
3.80
Oakland, CA
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Contact Bellhop Moving
- Phone
- (510) 962-9077
- Website
- getbellhops.com
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Written by
Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha
Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.