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Our top choices for Downtown Berkeley hotels

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1. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (666 reviews)
"Rooms spacious and clean, valet staff were great and overall really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Megan
The price is ￥43,952
￥50,629 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,383 reviews)
"The front desk staff members are truly amazing and so very helpful. What a wonderful place to stay!"
United States
Jody
The price is ￥27,031
￥31,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
A modern building with a unique facade featuring a series of reflective panels and green staircases.

3. Nash Hotel

Nash Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
6.4 out of 10, (379 reviews)
"The Nash Cafe was amazing"
United States
Joe
The price is ￥15,650
￥21,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Nash Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a coffee table, and large windows providing natural light.

4. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,712 reviews)
"Great location, breakfast was excellent."
Canada
Richard
The price is ￥17,763
￥27,419 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

5. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
3.5 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,437 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff was very nice and helpful"
United States
Elianna
The price is ￥24,031
￥26,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
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6. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
3.7 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,058 reviews)
"Good location and nice hotel."
United States
Riitta
The price is ￥27,193
￥30,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

7. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
15.8 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,410 reviews)
"Very good location & hotel"
United States
Sebastian Pablo
The price is ￥20,692
￥24,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

8. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
14.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,512 reviews)
"Great location, nice hotel"
United States
eric
The price is ￥17,093
￥20,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
Berkeley Marina, 4.1 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (5,174 reviews)
"The view of the bay was spectacular, and the boathouse restaurant was excellent!!"
United States
Brenda
The price is ￥22,749
￥26,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

10. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
4.0 star property
14.8 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,021 reviews)
"Nice size room. Great location!"
United States
Jennie
The price is ￥21,185
￥32,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of a cityscape at sunset.

11. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
15.2 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,701 reviews)
"Really great area to stay!"
United States
Janet
The price is ￥21,909
￥25,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

12. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
4 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,798 reviews)
"Lovely staff and great facilities."
United States
Tamy
The price is ￥22,131
￥26,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

13. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
4.5 star property
15.1 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,127 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Isaac
The price is ￥28,209
￥40,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.

14. Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
14.5 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,052 reviews)
"Awesome property great location"
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥21,239
￥31,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Galleria Park Hotel
A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

15. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
14.6 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,626 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable beds"
United States
Heather
The price is ￥40,316
￥47,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

16. Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One
3.0 star property
14.6 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (977 reviews)
"Great for a one night stay in between flights!"
United States
Isaac
The price is ￥22,831
￥26,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel 32One
A modern interior with round tables and chairs, a patterned rug, and a large wooden wall.

17. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

Hotel Zelos San Francisco
4.0 star property
14.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,196 reviews)
"The bed was very comfortable and the amenities were very nice."
United States
Christian
The price is ￥29,700
￥41,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hotel Zelos San Francisco
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

18. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
14.5 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,359 reviews)
"Loved staying here"
United States
Morgan
The price is ￥30,830
￥36,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

19. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 star property
15.5 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,728 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and great value for the cost."
United States
Diane
The price is ￥19,475
￥22,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Comfort Inn by the Bay
A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

20. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
4.0 star property
13.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,520 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Russell
The price is ￥23,080
￥27,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
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Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

Find the best Downtown Berkeley areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Berkeley
Learn more about Downtown Berkeley
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Downtown Oakland

Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit.

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Albany

The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are a few top sights nearby.

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West Oakland

Major West Coast port and trade center, this bustling area boasts the busiest port in Northern California, surrounded by a picturesque landscape of coastal terrace prairie, oak woodland, and north coastal scrub.

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Piedmont

You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.

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South Berkeley

While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.

Top Downtown Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place, great location. No water view unfortunately but a nice atmosphere."
Anthony 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Berkeley like?
Downtown Berkeley is a welcoming neighborhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Be sure to check out Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall as part of your Downtown Berkeley travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Berkeley?
Based on our traveler data, Hotel Shattuck Plaza is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Berkeley. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from University of California, Berkeley, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness center.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Berkeley area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Berkeley, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 24 Downtown Berkeley hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Berkeley, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Berkeley.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Berkeley?
For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Berkeley, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this Berkeley neighborhood?
You can catch a show at UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall, Berkeley Community Theater, and Berkeley Repertory Theater while in Downtown Berkeley. Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Berkeley include Habitot Children's Museum, The Marsh Arts Center, and Magnes Collection of Jewish Art & Life. While you're out sightseeing in Berkeley, be sure to visit other sights like Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life or Robert Lowie Museum of Anthropology.
How can I get around Downtown Berkeley and the greater Berkeley area?
Ready to get out and explore the city? Downtown Berkeley Station is the closest metro station.

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