What's the best place to stay in Berkeley?

Berkeley City Club is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from University of California, Berkeley, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Reviews from our site also recommend Hotel Shattuck Plaza and Claremont Club & Spa - A Fairmont Hotel as top choices for your stay.

What's the best place to stay on a budget in Berkeley?

Based on reviews, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley, an IHG Hotel is a popular 2.5-star hotel for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Other good choices for your budget-friendly stay include Rose Garden Inn and Travelodge by Wyndham Berkeley .

What's the best hotel when travelling with children to Berkeley?

Rodeway Inn Berkeley is a property with free parking and free breakfast, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices for your child-friendly holiday include Claremont Club & Spa - A Fairmont Hotel and Howard Johnson by Wyndham Berkeley . Also, attractions such as Lawrence Hall of Science and Adventure Playground are fun for children of all ages.

What's the best hotel for a romantic holiday to Berkeley?

Claremont Club & Spa - A Fairmont Hotel is a favourite 5-star hotel for couples, and features a garden-view restaurant and 2 outdoor pools. Other good options for a romantic stay include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina and Hotel Shattuck Plaza .

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation option in Berkeley?

Claremont Club & Spa - A Fairmont Hotel is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools for its human guests. Other good options to stay with your pet include Graduate Berkeley and Hotel Shattuck Plaza .

What are some accommodation options with pools in Berkeley?

Berkeley City Club is a top hotel with an indoor pool, free breakfast and a restaurant. A couple of other options that offer an on-site pool include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina and La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Berkeley .

What is the best spa hotel in Berkeley?

Berkeley City Club is a top boutique spa hotel featuring a restaurant, an indoor pool and a bar. Other popular spa hotels in Berkeley include Lovely Mid-century Modern Gem! BAY Views HOT Tubparking! Pets Welcome! and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina .

How is it staying in Berkeley?

Travellers to Berkeley give high marks for the university vibe, fun sporting events and top-notch restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its cafes, live music and theatres. Top sights in the city include Greek Theater and Berkeley Marina. In Berkeley, there are 185 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

What is there to see in Berkeley?

Known for its live music and theatres, cultural venues include Greek Theater, Berkeley Repertory Theater and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. Attractions like Lawrence Hall of Science and Adventure Playground are fun for everyone. Natural beauty is on display at University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley, Berkeley Municipal Rose Garden and Indian Rock Park.

How can I get around Berkeley?

Walk to nearby metro stations such as Downtown Berkeley Station, North Berkeley Station and Ashby Station. If you want to venture outside the area, take a train from Berkeley Station.

What's the seasonal weather in Berkeley?

The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Berkeley is 667 mm.

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Accommodation in Berkeley

A walkable neighbourhood, Berkeley is known for being urban and family-friendly, while offering convenient options for restaurants and cafés. The neighbourhood's architecture, friendly people, and college atmosphere are just some of its charming qualities. Many visitors come to enjoy the natural beauty of the sunsets, while others visit for the local art. Choose one of Berkeley's hotels and explore the area around Berkeley with ease.

Sightseeing around Berkeley

The museums and university are some of the area's top attractions. Sights like Greek Theater, Berkeley Repertory Theater, and Lawrence Hall of Science offer insight into the local culture. Doe Library, Campanile, and Sather Gate are some local landmarks. Take a tour of campus around University of California - Berkeley, California College of the Arts, or Saint Mary's College. Be sure to get some family photos at University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley, Blake Garden, and Children's Fairyland.

Shopping and attending sporting events are a couple of popular activities in the area. Memorial Stadium, Golden Gate Fields, and O.co Coliseum are great places to catch a game or event. Dip your toes in the water and soak up the sun at Crown Memorial State Beach, McNears Beach Country Park, and Baker Beach. You can take some time to enjoy the outdoors at Berkeley Municipal Rose Garden, Indian Rock Park, and People's Park. With a shopping trip to Temescal Farmers' Market, Public Market Emeryville, or Bay Street, you might find that perfect souvenir. You won't be disappointed visiting other sights like Tilden Park Golf Course, Eastshore State Park, or Berkeley Marina.

Some of the most popular attractions in the area include Alcatraz Island, Pier 39, and Fisherman's Wharf. University of California, Berkeley, Magnes Collection of Jewish Art & Life, and Zellerbach Playhouse are other top spots to see.

Getting around Berkeley

Ready to get out and explore the city? North Berkeley Station is the closest metro station. To venture out of town, take a train from Berkeley Station.

Berkeley is 19.5 km (12.1 miles) from the airport in Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.). You can also fly in and out of San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.), which is located 31.6 km (19.7 miles) away.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click “Search”, then filter by “free cancellation” to get the top deals on offer in Berkeley.

Recent Reviews in Berkeley

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

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5 / 5 Excellent

Hotel was beautiful and had a great view of the Golden Gate Bridge and SF city skyline. Room was so nice and was bigger than we expected. Also want to give a special shout-out to DJ at the front desk, he had excellent customer service. We had a to wait a little longer than usual to check into our room and he was very apologetic and even comped our parking fee which we really appreciated. We stayed here for our anniversary and our only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer than 1 night! We will definitely stay here again the next time we visit.

A verified traveller stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Posted 13 hours ago

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5 / 5 Excellent

What I loved about this hotel is the fact we could bring our dog and the staff was friendly. The elevator needs some work, overall a wonderful stay.

A verified traveller stayed at La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Berkeley

Posted 20 hours ago

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5 / 5 Excellent

This property is clean, eco friendly, and the staff very nice. It is paid onsite parking and very convenient. You can pull right up to the front door, unload and they park the car for you. There is roof top access for views of Berkeley as well. Excellent stay!

A verified traveller stayed at Aiden by Best Western @ Berkeley

Posted 1 day ago

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2 / 5 Poor

This hotel was filthy. I tried to find an alternate hotel when I arrived because it was so unsanitary. The location was noisy. The parking was unsafe and unpredictable, sometimes having to park blocks away. The building and room/bathrooms were rundown and unattended to. The only saving grace was the employee who was empathetic to my concerns and communicative.

A verified traveller stayed at Nash Hotel

Posted 3 days ago

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley, an IHG Hotel

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

I like it was downtown Berkeley and very clean

A verified traveller stayed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley, an IHG Hotel

Posted 4 days ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Nice spot for the show

A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Posted 4 days ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Very friendly and accommodating staff. Clean and nice rooms for the price. Tight parking but where isn't in the city, I found spot in the parking lot every day after work.

A verified traveller stayed at Berkeley Inn

Posted 4 days ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Nice inside very comfortable and a quiet neighborhood and everyone is friendly.

A verified traveller stayed at Rose Garden Inn

Posted 6 days ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

The property is very close to campus and dining/shopping. The staff were really nice and helpful. The room was on the small side , but we anticipated that it would be as it is a classic older hotel, but it was beautiful.

A verified traveller stayed at Graduate Berkeley

Posted 8 days ago

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