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Graduate Berkeley

4.0 star property
Upscale historic hotel, walk to University of California, Berkeley
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your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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Graduate Berkeley

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Exterior
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
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Overview of Graduate Berkeley

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • GymGymGym
The price is AU$340
Price available on 5/5/2024

Check out the area

Map
2600 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94704
  • Popular LocationUniversity of California, Berkeley1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMemorial Stadium10 min walk
  • Popular LocationGreek Theater11 min walk
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)20 min drive

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Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Executive Queen)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Executive Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Queen)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 9.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate King)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate Double-Double)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate Double-Double)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate Executive Double-Double)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate Executive Double-Double)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Berkeley

Located in Berkeley, Graduate Berkeley is in the city centre and near the airport. Zellerbach Playhouse and Greek Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Coit Tower and Alcatraz Island. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Memorial Stadium or Oracle Arena.
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What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 1 min walk
  • Memorial Stadium - 10 min walk
  • Greek Theater - 11 min walk
  • Historic Berkeley - 12 min walk
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 14 min walk

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 8 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station - 15 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caffe Strada - 3 min walk
  • Top Dog - 1 min walk
  • Feng CHA Teahouse 奉茶 - 1 min walk
  • Super Duper Burgers - 2 min walk
  • Tap Haus - 2 min walk

About this property

Graduate Berkeley

Upscale historic hotel near University of California, Berkeley
Located close to Zellerbach Playhouse and Memorial Stadium, Graduate Berkeley provides a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour gym and conference space. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Henry's Bar & Restaurant, offers dinner and light fare. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, multilingual staff and a banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property, a lift and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 144 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and baths or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 37 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM–1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5–15 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Henry's Bar & Restaurant
  • Poindexter Coffee

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,088 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Built in 1928
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 75 lb per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 28.25 per accommodation, per night.
  • A damage deposit of USD 40 will be collected before check-in.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 37.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 and cash

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Durant Berkeley
Durant Hotel
Graduate Berkeley Hotel
Hotel Durant Berkeley
Durant Hotel Berkeley
Graduate Berkeley (Formerly Hotel Durant)
Hotel Durant
Graduate Berkeley Hotel
Graduate Berkeley Berkeley
Graduate Berkeley Hotel Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

Is Graduate Berkeley pet-friendly?

Yes, Graduate Berkeley allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lb per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate Berkeley?

As of 23 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate Berkeley on 5 May 2024 start from AU$296.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Graduate Berkeley?

Self-parking is available for USD 37.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Graduate Berkeley?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Graduate Berkeley?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Graduate Berkeley located?

Located in the heart of Berkeley, this historic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of California, Berkeley, Zellerbach Playhouse and Memorial Stadium. Greek Theater and Gourmet Ghetto are also within 1 mi (2 km). Downtown Berkeley Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Graduate Berkeley Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lesley, Sparks

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, comfortable hotel. Great vibe with lots of seating in the lobby to hang out. Every staff member we encountered was really nice. Very walkable and the perfect choice for getting to a show at the Greek Theater. Lots of places to eat nearby too. The only concern could be parking, but we scored a spot in front of the hotel, which was super convenient. I would definitely stay at The Graduate again!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elsie, Temecula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very helpful, friendly and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna, Garner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & helpful front desk attendant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elsie, Temecula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are all friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elsie, Temecula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis, Long Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reception cheerfully accommodated a special request Maintenance promptly repaired a shower head Housekeeping was eager to please I appreciated the intent to provide exceptional service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark, San Diego

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing little hotel. Cannot wait to go back. The location right next to UC Berkeley made it the ideal location to complete a tour of the campus. The neighborhood is very safe and walkable. Finally, the rooms are wonderfully set up and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is next to the Cal Berkeley campus, which made it easy to visit my son, who attends school there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Spacious Rooms & Great Location
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0