Marina Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near University of California, Berkeley

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Just steps from Berkeley Marina, Marina Inn offers a quiet escape near the bay. Guests connect easily with WiFi while taking advantage of complimentary self parking. The smoke-free property provides a calm atmosphere with staff ready to assist throughout the stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is RM460
RM529 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

ADA Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
975 University Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94710

What's nearby

  • Berkeley Marina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • McLaughlin Eastshore State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Historic Berkeley - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 6 min walk
  • North Berkeley Station - 18 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steamworks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mi Tierra Foods - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lavender Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Marina Inn

Motel near University of California, Berkeley
Marina Inn provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Marina Inn offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 39-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The name on the credit card used to make the booking must match the name on the reservation.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Marina Inn Berkeley
Marina Berkeley
Marina Inn Motel
Marina Inn Berkeley
Marina Inn Motel Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

Is Marina Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Marina Inn?

As of 21 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marina Inn on 22 Nov 2025 start from RMĀ 459.74, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Marina Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marina Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Marina Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Marina Inn located?

Located in Southwest Berkeley, this motel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Berkeley Marina, University of California, Berkeley and Greek Theater. Telegraph Avenue and Bay Street are also within 3 miles (5 km). North Berkeley Station is 18 minutes by foot and Berkeley Station is 6 minutes.

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Marina Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 983 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 983 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 983 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 983 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 983 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room, staff great. Will be our stay next time in Berkeley.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is the best hotel in the area based on price and consistency.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Very friendly. Very affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The inn itself is pretty old and run down a bit but the staff was wonderful and accomodating. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly and accomodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janneatte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe, clean, and quiet. Front desk staff was friendly. Easy check in and free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a perfect little gem for a quick overnight stop in Berkeley! Clean, quiet and easy to access.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an older building but remodeled. Staff were accommodating and let us store our luggage when we arrived before check in and notified us when the room was ready. I loved the food options. Mediterranean Market and Franklin Market.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean, quiet, has easy parking, and the location is convenient. Thank you for the friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Updated bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vintage 1960,s motel,Comfortable bed,very clean and well priced. Off street parking is a great asset when you arr in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price, clean. Older property but remodeled recently and clean and comfortable. I’d stay again. Great for visiting your kid at Berkeley!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As always, kind and efficient staff. The room was clean and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
CLEAN! Quiet. Great location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CESAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and owner and staff very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and nice personal
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Indira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk lady was very friendly and courteous. Room was basic. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, great value and location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaydene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Newly renovated rooms.

The room was nice, quiet complex. Restaurants within walking distance. Staff was excellent and helpful, easy check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet inn Plenty of parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good for its price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean room comfortable bed and very kind and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025