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Nash Hotel

Nash Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
6.6 out of 10, (344 reviews)
"So happy to stay here Staff were very helpful at check in as there was no parking in front of the hotel-but they helped make it work. The parking garage nearby was more expensive, but easy to access"
United States
Teresa
The price is RM403
RM557 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Nash Hotel

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,275 reviews)
"The staff there were very friendly and helpful:)"
Australia
Daniel
The price is RM628
RM723 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (624 reviews)
"Fantastic room, helpful and friendly staff, amazing rooftop bar."
United States
Tobias
The price is RM954
RM1,099 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Marin Lodge

Marin Lodge
2.0 star property
26.3 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean, great parking, good location, comfortable"
United States
Debra
The price is RM444
RM498 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Marin Lodge

The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
22.8 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (615 reviews)
"Cute quaint hotel"
United States
Bernice
The price is RM531
RM595 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
The Evergreen

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,563 reviews)
"Great location and good breakfast"
United States
julian
The price is RM631
RM911 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Marina Village Inn

Marina Village Inn
2.0 star property
9 km from Downtown Berkeley
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The room was clean. It was a nice little stay"
United States
Gabriela
The price is RM408
RM465 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Marina Village Inn

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,687 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Kela
The price is RM640
RM921 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

San Remo Hotel

San Remo Hotel
2.0 star property
14.4 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Natania
The price is RM384
RM452 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
San Remo Hotel

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, (2,584 reviews)
"Amazing views take the walking trails around the bay"
United Kingdom
Jermaine Jordan
The price is RM368
RM420 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,729 reviews)
"Excellent stay."
United States
Brandon
The price is RM333
RM392 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
30.6 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,257 reviews)
"Reasonably priced stay across the street from the airport. Pool and games on the terrace were a hit with kids."
United States
Martina
The price is RM656
RM754 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport
2.0 star property
29.6 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,020 reviews)
"In a great location close to the airport. Good amount of food options nearby. Rooms are clean and a good size so you have plenty of room for luggage and moving around."
United States
Anthony
The price is RM383
RM460 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
14.6 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,563 reviews)
"I love staying here when we go to Giants games. Its a perfect location and my kids love the robots and deliver room service."
United States
Melissa
The price is RM934
RM1,099 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
3.0 star property
14.5 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,394 reviews)
"Great stay in San Francisco"
United States
Caitlin
The price is RM648
RM896 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Star Motel

Star Motel
2.0 star property
15.9 km from Downtown Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (522 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
James
The price is RM473
RM550 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Star Motel

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, (4,895 reviews)
"Great stay for a family of 9. Loved the rooms!"
United States
JESSICA
The price is RM495
RM570 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Hotel Garrett

Hotel Garrett
3.0 star property
15.7 km from Downtown Berkeley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,015 reviews)
"Great place to stay in. It was clean and stuff was very helpful."
United States
Gerardo
The price is RM308
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hotel Garrett

Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport
3.5 star property
30.4 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,025 reviews)
"Rooms were nice and clean and staff were very friendly. "
Canada
Jean
The price is RM342
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO
2.5 star property
29.6 km from Downtown Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,025 reviews)
"Excellent staff, shuttle service and quiet!"
United States
Kym
The price is RM434
RM522 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hotel Aluxor SFO
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Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

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

Downtown Oakland

Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Old Oakland while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

Piedmont

You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.

Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

West Oakland

While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.

South Berkeley

While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Berkeley like?
Downtown Berkeley is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Make sure that you visit 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 neighbourhood include Hotel Shattuck Plaza and Nash Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able 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 24 Downtown Berkeley hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Berkeley, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Downtown Berkeley.
What is there to do in this Berkeley neighbourhood?
You can catch a show at Berkeley Repertory Theater, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Berkeley Community Theater while in Downtown Berkeley. Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. 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, make sure that you visit other sights such as 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.

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