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Our top choices for Downtown Berkeley hotels

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1. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,360 reviews)
"Great stay and location!"
United States
Erica
The price is ₩253,597
₩292,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Lobby lounge

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (657 reviews)
"Rooms spacious and clean, valet staff were great and overall really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Megan
The price is ₩383,988
₩442,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
Parking

3. Nash Hotel

Nash Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
6.4 out of 10, (368 reviews)
"The Nash Cafe was amazing"
United States
Joe
The price is ₩136,323
₩188,442 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Nash Hotel
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
2.5 star property
Northwest Berkeley, 2.1 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 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 ₩221,000
₩254,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
Sports facility

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, (1,416 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Ramamurthy
The price is ₩209,950
₩235,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Exterior

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, (1,047 reviews)
"Love this place and the shopping center in the area great"
United States
Sheila
The price is ₩242,352
₩271,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

7. 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, (1,702 reviews)
"Great stay. We would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jerardo
The price is ₩216,856
₩258,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Exterior

8. 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, (5,143 reviews)
"Staffs are very friendly, room very clean, breakfast is great"
United States
Nou
The price is ₩181,396
₩208,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport
3.5 star property
15.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (942 reviews)
"Good stay"
United States
Sheridan
The price is ₩190,811
₩221,712 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport
Balcony

10. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
19.8 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,738 reviews)
"The location is beautiful"
United States
Kalanea
The price is ₩112,570
₩128,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

11. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,241 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 ₩153,839
₩178,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
Lobby sitting area

12. 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, (7,666 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in a very good location."
Germany
Thorsten
The price is ₩190,127
₩280,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
City view from property

13. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
6.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great potatoes"
United States
Armondo
The price is ₩188,759
₩219,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

14. Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Mira Vista
2.0 star property
7.7 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great experience"
United States
Mario
The price is ₩133,070
₩146,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Hotel Mira Vista
Exterior

15. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
30.6 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,268 reviews)
"A fine option if you need ri stay near the airport ."
United States
Celeste
The price is ₩198,288
₩227,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
Terrace/patio

16. 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, (2,313 reviews)
"Very nice to stay at"
United States
Todd
The price is ₩269,344
₩317,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Lobby

17. Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
30 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,661 reviews)
"Great airport stay"
United States
Charles
The price is ₩159,870
₩190,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hotel Aura SFO
Lobby sitting area

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
3.0 star property
30.5 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,849 reviews)
"Close to many places to eat, very clean nice breakfast include"
United States
Francis
The price is ₩204,110
₩234,614 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Exterior

19. The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
30.5 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,782 reviews)
"Great location and very close to the airport"
United States
Karl
The price is ₩154,700
₩226,218 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Westin San Francisco Airport
Bar (on property)

20. Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill
3.0 star property
20.4 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,451 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. The location had so many stores and restaurants within walking distance."
United States
Carol
The price is ₩177,633
₩202,847 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill
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Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

Find the best Downtown Berkeley areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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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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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

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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Open Photo by Yukiko Matsuoka

North Berkeley

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

Top Downtown Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Great location within walking distance to Pier 39 Fisherman’s Wharf; lots of activities and eating places. Also close to Princess Cruise Port. Breakfast, supper delicious and a galore of choices. Staff were courteous and friendly at the reception, service were fast. We had the Superior Twin beds booked, huge room, very comfortable too. Did not use the outdoor pool."
Florence 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours 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.