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A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

1. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,362 reviews)
"Great stay and location!"
United States
Erica
The price is Rp3.132.325
Rp3.608.282 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
A modern building with a unique facade featuring a series of reflective panels and green staircases.

2. Nash Hotel

Nash Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
6.4 out of 10, (362 reviews)
"This place is really cool. It’s older so sometimes things aren’t working but it’s worth it for the vibe."
United States
Chad
The price is Rp1.745.568
Rp2.412.939 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Nash Hotel
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, yellow chairs, a large table, and a cityscape mural.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (655 reviews)
"Great hotel and staff"
United States
Arno
The price is Rp4.901.696
Rp5.646.509 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
2.5 star property
Northwest Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Brand new construction, really quiet rooms amazing bathrooms, great area convenience to restaurants and UC Berkeley would always stay here again"
United States
Myles
The price is Rp2.856.384
Rp3.290.484 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
Emeryville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,694 reviews)
"Great stay. We would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jerardo
The price is Rp2.732.960
Rp3.263.900 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
Berkeley Marina
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (5,119 reviews)
"Staffs are very friendly, room very clean, breakfast is great"
United States
Nou
The price is Rp2.322.716
Rp2.675.653 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

7. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
Emeryville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,419 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Ramamurthy
The price is Rp2.997.440
Rp3.362.977 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

8. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great potatoes"
United States
Armondo
The price is Rp2.242.790
Rp2.606.010 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

9. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
San Antonio
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,222 reviews)
"The front staff were friendly and helpful. We loved the view. Will stay again if in the area."
United States
Chelsea
The price is Rp1.861.410
Rp2.162.866 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire feature, and umbrellas.

10. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
Emeryville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,258 reviews)
"hotel very clean and rooms had everything we needed"
United States
Caroll
The price is Rp2.588.025
Rp2.903.634 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
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Top Downtown Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Cleaning staff were very good. Overall standard very good"
Gary Raymond 6-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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How can I get to Downtown Berkeley and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Downtown Berkeley can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) away from the centre in Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), located 14.3 mi (22.9 km) away. Head to Downtown Berkeley Station to catch the metro.