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 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 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 Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life or Robert Lowie Museum of Anthropology.

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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Our top choices for Downtown Berkeley hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Downtown Berkeley

Arno

฿9,013 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley

Shannon

฿6,586 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

3. Nash Hotel

Downtown Berkeley

Teresa

฿4,576 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

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

4. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.9 km from Downtown Berkeley

richard

฿6,189 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

5. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.7 km from Downtown Berkeley

Maggie

฿6,715 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

6. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.5 km from Downtown Berkeley

Deogracias

฿6,040 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina, 4.1 km from Downtown Berkeley

Blythe

฿5,516 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

3.9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Aryan

฿5,642 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

9. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

6.9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Donald

฿4,747 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Aug - 9 Aug

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

10. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Susan

฿6,046 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

16.6 km from Downtown Berkeley

Nathan

฿4,312 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

12. Marina Village Inn

9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Caterina

฿4,870 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

13. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

14.6 km from Downtown Berkeley

Fernando

฿9,248 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

14. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

19.8 km from Downtown Berkeley

Fred

฿3,992 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

15. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

14.5 km from Downtown Berkeley

Xiaolei

฿9,012 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

16. Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

20.4 km from Downtown Berkeley

Jessie

฿4,926 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

17. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

14.2 km from Downtown Berkeley

Saba

฿6,690 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

18. Hilton Concord

22.3 km from Downtown Berkeley

Elsa

฿4,624 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

19. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

13.6 km from Downtown Berkeley

Saul

฿11,335 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

20. Hotel VIA

14.3 km from Downtown Berkeley

Michael

฿8,618 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

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Downtown Oakland

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

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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 Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.

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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.

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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.

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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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Top Downtown Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8/10 Good

"We had an excellent stay at Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf! The location is unbeatable—just a short walk to Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf, the cable cars, and many great restaurants and attractions. The hotel was spotless, and our room was spacious, comfortable, and very well maintained. The beds were extremely comfortable, and the housekeeping staff did a fantastic job every day. The breakfast buffet was outstanding, with a huge variety of fresh and delicious options to suit every taste. It was the perfect way to start each day of sightseeing. The staff was friendly, professional, and always willing to help. We also enjoyed the beautiful outdoor courtyard and pool area, which was a great place to relax after exploring San Francisco. Overall, this hotel exceeded our expectations. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting San Francisco. Thank you for making our trip so enjoyable!"

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at the Hyatt Regency. The atrium has such a welcoming atmosphere considering that it is the largest Atrium lobby in the world! It still managed to feel cozy. The staff was friendly, attentive, and well staffed. The location is excellent as well; the BART is steps away from the entrance. It’s also wonderful to end the evening in the Financial District. The Ferry Building is steps away from the hotel and has so much to offer food wise (for young & old :), Not to mention, the convenience of hopping on to a ferry to Sausalito for a day getaway. Highly recommend staying at the Hyatt."

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our 4 night stay at Zephyr and I would recommend it. We had a few issues on arrival with our room but these were resolved and a big thank you to Peter the handyman. The room was cleaned, beds made and fresh towels everyday, the cleaning team worked super hard. The location is really close to Pier 39 and super near to the Boudin bakery for great food & coffee for breakfast."

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Our top choices for Downtown Berkeley hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

3. Nash Hotel

4. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

5. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

6. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

9. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

10. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

12. Marina Village Inn

13. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

14. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

15. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

16. Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

17. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

18. Hilton Concord

19. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

20. Hotel VIA

Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

Downtown Oakland

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Albany

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Top Downtown Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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