What is Northwest Berkeley like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Berkeley's Northwest Berkeley neighborhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Donkey and Goat as part of your Northwest Berkeley travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Northwest Berkeley?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Aiden by Best Western Berkeley is the highest ranked property in Northwest Berkeley. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from University of California, Berkeley, and it offers a rooftop terrace and valet parking. Other favorite options in the area include Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG and Marina Inn .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Northwest Berkeley?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations in Northwest Berkeley to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Berkeley area.

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

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’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 still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Northwest Berkeley.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Northwest Berkeley?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Northwest Berkeley, click here .

What is there to do around this Berkeley neighborhood?

Donkey and Goat is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Northwest Berkeley. While you're out sightseeing in Berkeley, be sure to visit other sights like Takara Sake or McLaughlin Eastshore State Park.

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

Ready to get out and explore the city? North Berkeley Station is the closest metro station. If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Berkeley Station.

Top Northwest Berkeley Hotels

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Our top choices for Northwest Berkeley hotels

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1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Northwest Berkeley

Vena

₩220,673 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A rooftop terrace with a white sofa, two wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

2. Aiden by Best Western Berkeley

Northwest Berkeley

Jarron

₩244,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A living room with a large TV, a wooden cabinet, a black leather chair, a small table with plants, and a window with curtains.

3. Marina Inn

Northwest Berkeley

Elizabeth

₩181,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A spacious lobby with a chandelier, a checkered floor, and a view of the entrance.

4. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley, 2.4 km from Northwest Berkeley

Renato

₩226,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A modern outdoor seating area with a pergola, glass railings, and a pathway leading to a covered deck.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina, 1.9 km from Northwest Berkeley

Jason

₩222,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

6. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.1 km from Northwest Berkeley

Jasmine

₩242,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

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

7. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12.9 km from Northwest Berkeley

Richard

₩263,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a green awning, a 'No Parking' sign, and a 'Restaurant & Bar' sign.

8. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

13.9 km from Northwest Berkeley

Jinyu

₩175,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

9. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

14.2 km from Northwest Berkeley

Jessica

₩341,690 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

10. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

13.1 km from Northwest Berkeley

Colby John

₩140,921 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

11. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

12.7 km from Northwest Berkeley

Sina

₩375,331 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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

12. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

14.3 km from Northwest Berkeley

Masami

₩237,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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 km from Northwest Berkeley

Heather

₩333,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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

14. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4.6 km from Northwest Berkeley

Robert

₩211,907 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

15. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

14.7 km from Northwest Berkeley

Sebastian Pablo

₩187,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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

16. Galleria Park Hotel

13.5 km from Northwest Berkeley

Joseph

₩228,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

17. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

13.3 km from Northwest Berkeley

Allyson

₩245,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a vintage camper parked nearby.

18. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

12.9 km from Northwest Berkeley

Raul

₩231,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a sailboat and a building with multiple stories.

19. Argonaut Hotel

13.4 km from Northwest Berkeley

Vickie

₩334,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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

20. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

13.8 km from Northwest Berkeley

Jamaya

₩280,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Compare popular hotels in Northwest Berkeley

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Aiden by Best Western Berkeley	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 492 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Marina Inn	2.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,009 reviews	View
Galleria Park Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,057 reviews	View
LUMA Hotel San Francisco	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,649 reviews	View

Where to stay in Northwest Berkeley

Find the best Northwest 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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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

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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