What is South Berkeley like?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting Berkeley's South Berkeley neighborhood. Are you looking for South Berkeley travel tips? Be sure to check out Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay while you're in the neighborhood.

How many hotels should 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 accommodations to choose from.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in South Berkeley.

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

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What is there to do around this Berkeley neighborhood?

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. Chabad of the East Bay and Black Repertory Group are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. 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.

Top South Berkeley Hotels

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1. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

2.9 km from South Berkeley

Sheila

₩273,742 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley, 1.4 km from South Berkeley

Erica

₩291,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

3. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

2.8 km from South Berkeley

Ramamurthy

₩250,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Northwest Berkeley, 2.3 km from South Berkeley

Myles

₩242,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.2 km from South Berkeley

Jerardo

₩257,989 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

15.2 km from South Berkeley

Sheridan

₩221,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina, 4.1 km from South Berkeley

Nou

₩206,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

8. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

19.1 km from South Berkeley

Kalanea

₩150,345 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

9. Hotel Aura SFO

29.2 km from South Berkeley

Charles

₩190,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

10. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

29.7 km from South Berkeley

Celeste

₩213,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

11. The Westin San Francisco Airport

29.7 km from South Berkeley

Karl

₩225,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

12. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

8.3 km from South Berkeley

Chelsea

₩165,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

13. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

30.3 km from South Berkeley

William

₩191,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

29.7 km from South Berkeley

Francis

₩230,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

15. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

13.7 km from South Berkeley

Thorsten

₩279,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

16. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

29.9 km from South Berkeley

Prakhar

₩220,135 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

17. Hotel Mira Vista

8.3 km from South Berkeley

Mario

₩145,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers

18. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

15.3 km from South Berkeley

Maria

₩260,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

19. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

26.5 km from South Berkeley

Larry

₩174,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

20. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

13.8 km from South Berkeley

Todd

₩312,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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Where to stay in South Berkeley

Find the best South 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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Top South Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The bathroom light was hard tofind"

Stanford Court San Francisco

8/10 Good

"The staff were so friendly and helpful, couldn’t do enough for you. The bar area is great, the rooms are comfortable and spacious. Location is right at the top of the steep hill at California St but the cable car stop is also there. The only reason I haven’t given it a 5* is the breakfast could be improved. You have to hand in a breakfast buffet voucher (pay extra for à la carte) and you are handed a plate (v old and scratched). Options are limited and no table service. You have to make your own tea in a paper cup. That doesn’t make it a luxury hotel in my view."

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

8/10 Good

"The hotel is in an excellent location just a few steps from Union Square, the cable car stop, and the BART train station, not to mention all the clothing stores and food options around it. The room was clean and very comfortable with a refrigerator inside, and I really liked the free cookies, apples, and water in the lobby. However, the service from the lobby staff could be improved, as they misplaced my small suitcase and only found it after checking three times. Management should improve staff training so they follow protocols and do not affect customers. I would stay at the hotel again, but I would be careful with the lobby staff."

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Our top choices for South Berkeley hotels

1. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

3. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

9. Hotel Aura SFO

10. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

11. The Westin San Francisco Airport

12. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

13. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

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

15. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

16. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

17. Hotel Mira Vista

18. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

19. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

20. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Where to stay in South Berkeley

Downtown Oakland

Downtown Berkeley

Albany

Piedmont

West Oakland

Top South Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

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