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?

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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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A modern lounge area with a fireplace, yellow chairs, a large table, and a cityscape mural.

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Downtown Berkeley

Megan

₩429,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley

Jody

₩264,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A modern building with a unique facade featuring a series of reflective panels and green staircases.

3. Nash Hotel

Downtown Berkeley

Joe

₩183,741 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

4. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

14.2 km from Downtown Berkeley

ming

₩232,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

5. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.5 km from Downtown Berkeley

Elianna

₩228,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

6. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

15.8 km from Downtown Berkeley

Sebastian Pablo

₩206,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

7. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

15.1 km from Downtown Berkeley

Isaac

₩342,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of a cityscape at sunset.

8. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

15.2 km from Downtown Berkeley

Janet

₩218,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina, 4.1 km from Downtown Berkeley

Brenda

₩217,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

10. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

14.9 km from Downtown Berkeley

eric

₩188,724 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

11. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

14.8 km from Downtown Berkeley

Jennie

₩274,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

4 km from Downtown Berkeley

Tamy

₩225,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

13. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

14.6 km from Downtown Berkeley

Heather

₩402,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

14. Hotel 32One

14.6 km from Downtown Berkeley

Isaac

₩221,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A grand lobby with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a fireplace.

15. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

15.3 km from Downtown Berkeley

Samantha

₩254,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

16. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

14.5 km from Downtown Berkeley

Morgan

₩308,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.

17. Galleria Park Hotel

14.5 km from Downtown Berkeley

Joseph

₩278,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

18. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

15.2 km from Downtown Berkeley

Evelyn

₩248,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

19. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

13.9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Russell

₩230,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

20. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

14.6 km from Downtown Berkeley

Allyson

₩279,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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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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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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A cityscape with a prominent building featuring a spire and golden lights, set against a backdrop of a sunset sky and distant mountains.

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.

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Top Downtown Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"Could have had more people checking guests in, line was long"

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"It is a charming hotel adjacent to Union Square in a central location. There are plenty of places for shopping and eating. While the rooms are small, the room was clean and well kept and they make the most use of the space. Unique features of my room was a ceiling fan and a soaking tub. A sign in the room offered different types of pillows and other amenities upon request. The lobby features cookies, popcorn, fruit infused water, and a coffee/tea station, which was appreciated. While I only stayed overnight and was looking for a nice, but inexpensive hotel to stay near a BART station, I had the thought that it would be a good location if I was a visiting as a San Francisco tourist."

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"The location is fantastic, right on the corner of the light rail, so you really don’t have to go far at all. You can easily walk around the area and explore the nearby streets. The hotel is a bit older, but the lobby is very nice and welcoming. I would have really appreciated it if they had honored my drink voucher before 4 p.m. since I was away from 4–6 p.m. lol! 😂 However, they did provide two bottles of wine for our stay across two rooms, which was a nice touch. They also accommodated an early check-in at no extra charge, which I greatly appreciated. One thing to keep in mind is that valet parking can take a little while, so I recommend calling ahead to give them a heads-up. The valet service before 2 p.m. was a bit slow, but Mohammed was very nice, helpful, and handsome! 😊 Overall, a great location, a lovely lobby, and some thoughtful touches that made our stay enjoyable. HOTEL LOBBY IS GREAT although hotel can some room /carpet renovation."

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Our top choices for Downtown Berkeley hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

3. Nash Hotel

4. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

5. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

6. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

7. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

8. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

10. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

11. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

12. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

13. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

14. Hotel 32One

15. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

16. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

17. Galleria Park Hotel

18. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

19. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

20. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

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Piedmont

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Top Downtown Berkeley Hotel Reviews

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