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Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,146 reviews)
"Nice historic hotel. I'd stay there again."
United States
David
The price is ₩232,566
₩267,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Lobby lounge

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (563 reviews)
"Good breakfast + friendly reception and housekeeping + Perfect Location"
United States
Ayhan
The price is ₩379,299
₩436,933 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
Parking

Nash Hotel

Nash Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
6.6 out of 10, (318 reviews)
"Nice little hotel. "
United States
Alex
The price is ₩179,827
₩206,801 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Nash Hotel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Sonesta Select San Ramon

Sonesta Select San Ramon
3.0 star property
29.1 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Ryan
The price is ₩143,559
₩166,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Sonesta Select San Ramon
Exterior

HYATT house San Ramon

HYATT house San Ramon
3.0 star property
27.3 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The property was very clean and the staff attended to all of our needs swiftly and professional."
United States
Donri
The price is ₩172,271
₩188,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
HYATT house San Ramon
Bar (on property)

Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill
3.0 star property
20.4 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,227 reviews)
"Nice quiet place to stay."
United States
Frances
The price is ₩167,738
₩191,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill
Lobby

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
3.0 star property
25.8 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,188 reviews)
"This place was so good "
United States
Tae Kyoung
The price is ₩136,971
₩159,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
Balcony

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
19.8 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,372 reviews)
"The staff was excelent with us and good food."
United States
Walkiria
The price is ₩144,949
₩165,242 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Lobby lounge

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"It was an awesome stay in my healing process "
United States
Victor
The price is ₩217,076
₩252,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
6.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and helpful "
United States
Araceli
The price is ₩185,675
₩215,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
Exterior

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
3.7 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We really loved our stay here, definitely will come back!"
United States
Jorge
The price is ₩223,650
₩250,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
3.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,390 reviews)
"Perfect location and clean!"
United States
douglas
The price is ₩188,894
₩228,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Bar (on property)

Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda

Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
2.5 star property
15.7 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, food is excellent and staff are helpful"
United States
Juvy V
The price is ₩168,446
₩192,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
Exterior

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
Berkeley Marina, 4.1 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (4,423 reviews)
"I love staying here. The location is beautiful and serene while the rooms are well taken care of. "
United States
Marisa
The price is ₩206,453
₩237,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Lobby

HYATT house Pleasant Hill

HYATT house Pleasant Hill
3.0 star property
20.2 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was great and will book a room again "
United States
Cindy
The price is ₩217,606
₩248,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
HYATT house Pleasant Hill
Coffee shop

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
14.6 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,431 reviews)
"Excellent hotel "
United States
Alexis
The price is ₩330,942
₩389,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
Terrace/patio

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4.0 star property
13.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,023 reviews)
"Great location , rooms nice and clean . "
United States
Mayra
The price is ₩179,343
₩211,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Lobby

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,557 reviews)
"Amazing location and staff."
United States
Odirlei
The price is ₩193,246
₩227,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Lobby

Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
14.5 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff and wonderful location "
United States
Alejandro
The price is ₩213,692
₩313,749 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Galleria Park Hotel
Balcony

Royal Pacific Motor Inn

Royal Pacific Motor Inn
2.0 star property
14.3 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"This is a brilliant place to stay in San Francisco, really central location, the rooms are very comfortable & the staff are really helpful. Definitely recommend staying here!"
United Kingdom
Kathryn
The price is ₩168,645
₩198,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Royal Pacific Motor Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

Find the best Downtown Berkeley areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

Aerial view of the Albany Waterfront Trail, Berkeley, California, USA. The image shows the marshland and Berkeley skyline in the background.

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 Cesar Chavez Park are a few top sights nearby.

Aerial View Oakland Inner Harbor Port City Downtown Skyline

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.

Photo by Lifang Yu
Open Photo by Lifang Yu

North Berkeley

If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.

Top Downtown Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Close everything "
Julie 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Frequently asked questions

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 Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive 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 38 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?
For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Berkeley, head over to our customer service page.
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 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.