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Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,110 reviews)
"Friendly staff, large room, very quiet."
United States
Adam
The price is ¥23,963
¥27,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (551 reviews)
"Staff were super helpful and lovely."
United States
Allison
The price is ¥31,451
¥36,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Nash Hotel

Nash Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
6.6 out of 10, (313 reviews)
"Room was in good condition. Definitely get a private bathroom. Conveniently close to downtown Berkeley. "
United States
Matthew
The price is ¥18,528
¥21,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Nash Hotel

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, (5,169 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Carlos Emiro
The price is ¥18,864
¥22,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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, (7,302 reviews)
"Great hotel "
United States
Gino
The price is ¥18,475
¥28,159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
15 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,846 reviews)
"Great location, room was clean and staff was helpful."
United States
Laura
The price is ¥23,238
¥27,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
15.1 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful Hotel and rooms . Clean and comfortable. Restaurant is wonderful . "
United States
Meg
The price is ¥35,601
¥39,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

Executive Hotel Vintage Court

Executive Hotel Vintage Court
3.0 star property
14.8 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,078 reviews)
"The location is good as it is easy to get to touristic destinations quickly both with Uber and public transportation "
Australia
Timothy Matthew
The price is ¥15,414
¥22,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Executive Hotel Vintage Court

Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
5.0 star property
Claremont Hills, 2.4 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,017 reviews)
"Beautiful property and lovely rooms."
United States
Amy
The price is ¥42,173
¥57,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Claremont Resort & Club

The Phoenix Hotel

The Phoenix Hotel
3.0 star property
15.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"beautiful pool, staff very professional and welcoming, rooms are always beautiful, always a great coming to this hotel even for the price ☺️"
United States
Eileen
The price is ¥75,762
¥89,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
The Phoenix Hotel

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4.0 star property
13.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,922 reviews)
"nice location"
United Kingdom
Natthaya
The price is ¥16,899
¥19,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
14.6 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,825 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Harold Franklin
The price is ¥20,130
¥31,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
16.5 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,501 reviews)
"Lovely staff, cute location, and I love the rooms!"
Canada
Natalie
The price is ¥24,011
¥27,928 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

The Lodge at Tiburon

The Lodge at Tiburon
3.5 star property
16.7 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
"Great option to stay outside the city, but be there in 30’ after a scenic ferry ride!"
United States
Arnd
The price is ¥30,307
¥38,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
The Lodge at Tiburon

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
4.5 star property
15.1 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,703 reviews)
"Very well kept hotel , staff keep it good vibes and fun all around the area to be had!"
United States
Robert
The price is ¥28,161
¥40,433 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Hotel Nikko San Francisco

HYATT house San Ramon

HYATT house San Ramon
3.0 star property
27.3 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean rooms, good food choices, and friendly staff."
United States
Coleen
The price is ¥19,774
¥21,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 31 - Feb 1
HYATT house San Ramon

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
3.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,329 reviews)
"Very nice staff, clean room. Easy access to shopping and public transportation."
United States
Belinda
The price is ¥18,995
¥23,056 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,325 reviews)
"We loved our stay! "
United States
Christine
The price is ¥16,470
¥19,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Lombard Plaza Motel

Lombard Plaza Motel
2.0 star property
16.3 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Very Convenience location"
Canada
yan xiang
The price is ¥11,749
¥13,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Lombard Plaza Motel

Staypineapple, An Elegant Hotel, Union Square

Staypineapple, An Elegant Hotel, Union Square
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room. Kindly staff"
United States
Xiaojun
The price is ¥13,234
¥21,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Staypineapple, An Elegant Hotel, Union Square
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Where to stay in 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.

Albany

The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are a few top sights nearby.

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.

North Berkeley

If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.

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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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 Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive 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 Expedia customer reviews, Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley is the highest ranked property in Downtown Berkeley. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from University of California, Berkeley, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Hotel Shattuck Plaza and Nash Hotel.
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 41 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. Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive and Historic Berkeley 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, Magnes Collection of Jewish Art & Life, and Robert Lowie Museum of Anthropology. While you're out sightseeing in Berkeley, be sure to visit other sights like Spieker Pool or Hellman Tennis Center.
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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