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Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western

2.0 star property
Hotel with 24-hour front desk, near University of California, Berkeley
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Lobby
Balcony
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Lobby
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

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1620 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94702
  • Popular LocationBerkeley Marina4 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of California, Berkeley4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreek Theater6 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)25 min drive
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About the area

Berkeley

Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western is located in Northwest Berkeley, a neighbourhood in Berkeley. Greek Theater and Fox Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Berkeley Marina and Ferry Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center.
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What's nearby

  • Berkeley Marina - 4 min drive
  • University of California, Berkeley - 4 min drive
  • Golden Gate Fields - 5 min drive
  • Greek Theater - 6 min drive
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • North Berkeley Station - 14 min walk
  • Berkeley Station - 17 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Philz Coffee - 10 min walk
  • Dumpling Time - 12 min walk
  • Casa Latina Bakery - 5 min walk
  • Dog Haus Berkeley - 5 min walk
  • Foster's Old Fashioned Freeze - 12 min walk

About this property

Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western

Hotel located in Northwest Berkeley
Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western provides a restaurant and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • A gift shop
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mountain Mike's Pizza

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Golden Bear Inn
Golden Bear Hotel SureStay Collection By Best Western
Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western Hotel
Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western located?

Located in Northwest Berkeley, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of University of California, Berkeley, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina. UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Greek Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km). North Berkeley Station is 14 minutes by foot and Berkeley Station is 17 minutes.

Golden Bear Hotel, SureStay Collection By Best Western Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 176 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Daniela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small, but very clean. I like that you can park right outside your room. It's in a good location in Berkeley; fairly close to the University.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect
Not too often that majority of reviews are positive but now I know why. I highly recommend this hotel. The hotel was perfect, newly remodeled, very clean, great location, easy access from fwy. Staff was very friendly and helpful, we arrived at midnight and female worker came out and greeted us and directed us on where to park. Checkin was quick and easy. We will definitely stay here again when visiting our daughter at Cal. I’m
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Sandy Dal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing really around the property within walking distance. The rooms recently updated and were nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in Berkeley
We had a great stay at the Golden Bear Hotel. The room was spacious, very clean, and well maintained. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. Great location right across the street from Acme Bakery! Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay in Berkeley
Loved the location in Berkeley and ease of getting into and out of the property. Felt safe there and found the newly renovated space comfortable and clean. Great beds and charging outlets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

GI

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I initially picked this place for the price but it ended up being one of my favorite stays so far on my trip. It’s a small motel style place but the rooms are updated and very clean and nice. Comfortable beds, all the usual necessary amenities, and good location. Highly recommend for quality stay on a budget.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and the room was awesome! I had a hiccup with my reservation and had to get it moved; but Josh the front desk receptionist helped throughout the entire time and was very friendly. He even upgraded our room! The room was very clean and the accommodation's were amazing, everything looked well kept and clean, i especially liked the convenience of having both a fridge and a microwave, it really came in handy for keeping our little groceries from spoiling. Overall, great hotel, awesome staff; I had a wonderful time!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Martha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and nice rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022