What is South Berkeley like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Berkeley's South Berkeley neighbourhood. Are you looking for South Berkeley travel tips? Make sure that you visit Telegraph Avenue and Berkeley Flea Market while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in South Berkeley?

If you're searching for places to stay in Berkeley, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 24 South Berkeley hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Berkeley, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in South Berkeley.

What is there to do around this Berkeley neighbourhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in South Berkeley, consider Berkeley Flea Market or Telegraph Avenue, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Black Repertory Group and Chabad of the East Bay are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Habitot Children's Museum, Berkeley Community Theater and The Marsh Arts Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Berkeley. Magnes Collection of Jewish Art & Life and Robert Lowie Museum of Anthropology are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Berkeley.

How can I get around South Berkeley and the greater Berkeley area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Ashby Station is the closest metro station.

The Best Hotels in South Berkeley, Oakland - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for South Berkeley hotels

1. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley, 1.4 km from South Berkeley

Erica

Rp3.608.282 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

2. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

2.8 km from South Berkeley

Ramamurthy

Rp3.362.977 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Northwest Berkeley, 2.3 km from South Berkeley

Myles

Rp3.290.484 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

4. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.2 km from South Berkeley

Jerardo

Rp3.263.900 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

5. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

2.9 km from South Berkeley

Sheila

Rp3.461.888 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina, 4.1 km from South Berkeley

Nou

Rp2.675.653 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

7. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

3.3 km from South Berkeley

Caroll

Rp2.903.634 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

8. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

6.1 km from South Berkeley

Armondo

Rp2.606.010 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

9. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

19.1 km from South Berkeley

Tracy

Rp1.794.056 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

10. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

13.7 km from South Berkeley

Nicole

Rp4.165.579 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

11. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

8.3 km from South Berkeley

Chelsea

Rp2.162.866 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

12. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

29.7 km from South Berkeley

Celeste

Rp2.736.059 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

13. The Westin San Francisco Airport

29.7 km from South Berkeley

Karl

Rp3.193.730 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

14. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

29.9 km from South Berkeley

Prakhar

Rp2.820.026 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

15. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

15.3 km from South Berkeley

Ella

Rp3.155.796 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

16. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

13.8 km from South Berkeley

Brittney

Rp4.046.636 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

17. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

30.3 km from South Berkeley

William

Rp2.450.417 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

29.7 km from South Berkeley

Victor

Rp2.668.817 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

19. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

26.5 km from South Berkeley

Kenneth

Rp2.258.567 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

20. Hotel Aura SFO

29.2 km from South Berkeley

Charles

Rp2.189.894 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Where to stay in South Berkeley

Find the best South Berkeley areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Oakland

Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

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Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

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Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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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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West Oakland

While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.

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Top South Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were exceptionally comfortable and the staff were very accommodating and helpful! They were able to accommodate a request for where I wanted my room, allowed me to check in a little early, helped me open a bottle of wine that we brought in, and helped me to send a package out to be delivered home. I really appreciated it. The only downside: The coffee area downstairs became a little busy and crowded in the mornings, but the quality of the coffee was very good compared to just brewing your own coffee in the room! And we had access to snacks and water in the lobby. I am very pleased with the quality of our stay here! Would definitely return again (:"

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel. The room was kind of tight but it worked for my daughter and I. There’s a great coffee place across the street. The hotel has a nice lounge area with chairs and a wonderful coffee machine. The room was very clean. We would come back when we return to SF"

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Our top choices for South Berkeley hotels

1. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

2. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

4. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

5. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

7. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

8. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

9. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

10. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

11. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

12. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

13. The Westin San Francisco Airport

14. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

15. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

16. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

17. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

19. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

20. Hotel Aura SFO

Where to stay in South Berkeley

Downtown Oakland

Downtown Berkeley

Albany

Piedmont

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Top South Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

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