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 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 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 Repertory Theater, and Berkeley Community Theater while in Downtown Berkeley. Historic Berkeley and Magnes Collection of Jewish Art & Life 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 and Life. While you're out sightseeing in Berkeley, be sure to visit other sights like Robert Lowie Museum of Anthropology or Spieker Pool.

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

1. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley

Punit

₩243,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Downtown Berkeley

Arno

₩374,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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

3. Nash Hotel

Downtown Berkeley

Chad

₩190,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

4. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.5 km from Downtown Berkeley

Daniel

₩236,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina, 4.1 km from Downtown Berkeley

Terry

₩203,028 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

6. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.7 km from Downtown Berkeley

Pui Lang

₩238,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire feature, and umbrellas.

7. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

3.9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Caroll

₩228,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

8. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Cristina

₩257,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

9. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Leilah

₩238,541 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

10. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

19.8 km from Downtown Berkeley

Fred

₩153,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

A cityscape with a prominent Tribune Tower and various buildings.

11. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

6.9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Donald

₩178,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

14.2 km from Downtown Berkeley

Thomas D

₩276,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A reception area with a counter, two patterned chairs, a yellow ottoman, and a large blue potted plant.

13. Hotel Aura SFO

30 km from Downtown Berkeley

Andres

₩191,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

14. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

30.6 km from Downtown Berkeley

William

₩202,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a high ceiling with chandeliers.

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

30.5 km from Downtown Berkeley

Maria

₩231,345 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

angelica

₩297,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A bar area with a curved wooden counter, bar stools, and a glass display case filled with bottles.

17. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

27.3 km from Downtown Berkeley

Kenneth

₩176,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.

18. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

30.8 km from Downtown Berkeley

Minghuan

₩236,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

19. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

15.8 km from Downtown Berkeley

Heidi

₩247,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A stone facade entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a brick-paved area.

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

16.6 km from Downtown Berkeley

Nathan

₩179,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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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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A busy street with cars, a Grand Lake Theatre sign, and various shops.

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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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.

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A harbor with a large ship, a marina, and a cityscape in the background.

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 city street lined with tall buildings, including a Wells Fargo sign, and a mural on a building.

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

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

8/10 Good

"It is ok hotel for what we needed. It has some weird wall design that gives it a very old worn down hotel. My husband kept sneezing and coughing due to the old carpet but hey we are still alive so all is good"

Fairmont San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at the Fairmont San Francisco in Nob Hill. The hotel itself is beautiful and full of classic San Francisco charm, but the highlight for us was definitely our corner room. The views were absolutely incredible. Being able to look out over the city and across the bay, especially as the light changed throughout the day, made the whole stay feel extra special. There’s something pretty unforgettable about waking up to those sweeping views of San Francisco and then seeing the city and bay lit up at night. We found ourselves just standing by the windows taking it all in. The location on Nob Hill was also perfect for exploring the city, and coming back to such a beautiful hotel at the end of the day made the experience even better. The staff was welcoming and attentive, and everything about our stay felt polished without losing the historic character that makes the Fairmont so iconic. We would absolutely stay here again. If you have the opportunity to book a corner room with a city and bay view, it’s worth it. Those views alone made our stay one we’ll remember for a long time."

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was very good, with a great location. What stood out the most was the customer service. I had a few issues with the room, and Kevin, the housekeeping manager, went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and that everything was taken care of. He even provided a gift certificate for a complimentary night to compensate for the issues. I really appreciated how responsive and accommodating he was. I highly recommend this hotel."

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Our top choices for Downtown Berkeley hotels

1. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

3. Nash Hotel

4. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

6. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

7. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

8. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

9. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

10. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

11. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

13. Hotel Aura SFO

14. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

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

16. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

17. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

18. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

19. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

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Top Downtown Berkeley Hotel Reviews

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