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

1. Aiden by Best Western Berkeley

Northwest Berkeley, 2 km from University of California, Berkeley

Jarron

₩255,634 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

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

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley, 0.8 km from University of California, Berkeley

Chase

₩230,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A terrace with a view, featuring a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative lantern.

3. Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Hills, 1.9 km from University of California, Berkeley

Mohamed

₩534,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Northwest Berkeley, 2.7 km from University of California, Berkeley

Vena

₩235,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

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

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Downtown Berkeley, 0.7 km from University of California, Berkeley

Erin

₩437,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A library with bookshelves, a fireplace, and seating areas.

6. Berkeley City Club

Telegraph District, 0.3 km from University of California, Berkeley

Brett

₩332,080 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a seating area with a bench.

7. Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

North Berkeley, 1.4 km from University of California, Berkeley

Stephanie

₩296,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

8. Marina Inn

Ocean View and Fourth Street, 3.1 km from University of California, Berkeley

Elizabeth

₩176,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious lounge area with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, featuring patterned walls and large windows.

9. Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

Telegraph District, 0.3 km from University of California, Berkeley

Kirsi

₩288,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a desk, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

10. Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Central Berkeley, 1.3 km from University of California, Berkeley

Salud

₩182,092 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A grand foyer with a chandelier, a staircase, and a seating area with a round table.

11. University Inn & Suites Berkeley

Southwest Berkeley, 3.2 km from University of California, Berkeley

German

₩208,924 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A room with a checkered floor, a piano, a sofa, a table, and a bench.

12. Nash Hotel

Downtown Berkeley, 0.9 km from University of California, Berkeley

Joe

₩186,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple tables and chairs, and large windows offering a view of the street.

13. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

7.5 km from University of California, Berkeley

Steve

₩154,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

14. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.4 km from University of California, Berkeley

John A

₩246,771 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

15. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

4.6 km from University of California, Berkeley

Ana

₩253,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A spacious interior with a grand staircase, multiple seating areas, and large windows providing natural light.

16. Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

14.2 km from University of California, Berkeley

Jennifer

₩355,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel room with a dining area, two seating areas, and a view of the city.

17. Oakland Marriott City Center

7.5 km from University of California, Berkeley

Camila

₩205,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A waterfront residential area with a paved walkway, a row of multi-story buildings with balconies, and a calm body of water reflecting the sky.

18. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

9.4 km from University of California, Berkeley

Ronald

₩204,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

19. Oaktown Roost

7.5 km from University of California, Berkeley

Adrienne

₩163,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

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

20. Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

6.2 km from University of California, Berkeley

natalie

₩295,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Berkeley

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Aiden by Best Western Berkeley	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 498 reviews	View
Hotel Shattuck Plaza	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,414 reviews	View
Claremont Resort & Club	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,207 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 670 reviews	View

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Top University of California, Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley

10/10 Excellent

mahmood

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Northwest Berkeley

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Emeryville

10/10 Excellent

Mariqueen

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Emeryville

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Oaktown Roost

Downtown Oakland

10/10 Excellent

We had a fantastic stay at Oaktown Roost. Our hallway king room was very spacious, very comfortable, and spotless. The rooftop/courtyard between rooms was a thoughtful touch—it added privacy and made for a perfect spot to enjoy a peaceful morning coffee. Check-in and check-out were seamless, and they had a gated parking lot. The location was ideal—close to bart and the Fox Theater. It was a great experience all around. Would definitely return.

Silvia

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Downtown Oakland

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Galleria Park Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

Their guest service is a 20/10. I called earlier in the week to ask about arriving early and parking. They were gracious and accommodating, saying we could check into our room if it was ready when we arrived. On arrival, the doorman (shamefully I didn’t get his name) was welcoming, friendly and efficient. I had injured my knee a couple of days earlier and was on crutches and he did everything he could to help me. At the front desk, Jared and Dominique were warm, welcoming, professional and...

Sara

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

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

Exceptional hotel. Primarily, the staff was professional and courteous with personality. Ricky was outstanding at check-in, Giselle was enjoyable at the wine bar, and Kevin was kind at check-out. The room was quiet and very well designed. Little details in the design were smart and made it super comfortable. Love the blackout shades and the shade in the “window” of the bathroom. Nice to have a foot bar in the shower. There were no plastic bags in the garbages. Loved the floor material. Super...

Darci

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

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Emeryville

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Downtown San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

Ernie

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

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Union Square

10/10 Excellent

My stay was fantastic. The only negative thing I experienced was that they removed the US flag from its place of honor at the peak of their hotel in order to fly a pride flag in its place. As a veteran whos friends gave their lives for the US and whos coffins were draped with that flag, this was intolerable. There were plenty other places they could and did fly the pride flag. It should never fly in lieu of the Stars and Stripes.

Chase

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

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Union Square

10/10 Excellent

A Sublime Experience at Hotel Nikko San Francisco Our stay at Hotel Nikko in San Francisco was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived, we were enveloped in a sense of calm and luxury that made this trip unforgettable. Hotel Nikko seamlessly combines understated elegance with the vibrant energy of the city, making it the perfect choice for both relaxation and exploration. The service throughout our stay was impeccable. Every staff member we encountered—from the front desk to...

Kevin

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

Argonaut Hotel

Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

Mary

A cozy reading nook with a stack of books, a teal sofa, and a floor lamp.

Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Union Square

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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Adjacent to University of California, Berkeley, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good choices close by include Hotel Shattuck Plaza and Berkeley City Club.

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Our top choices for University of California, Berkeley hotels

1. Aiden by Best Western Berkeley

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

3. Claremont Resort & Club

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

6. Berkeley City Club

7. Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

8. Marina Inn

9. Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

10. Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western

11. University Inn & Suites Berkeley

12. Nash Hotel

13. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

14. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

15. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

16. Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

17. Oakland Marriott City Center

18. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

19. Oaktown Roost

20. Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

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Hotel Shattuck Plaza

10/10 Excellent

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