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

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Downtown Berkeley

Erin

฿10,749 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley

Chase

฿5,672 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

3. Nash Hotel

Downtown Berkeley

Joe

฿4,593 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

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, 2.1 km from Downtown Berkeley

Vena

฿5,800 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

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

5. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.5 km from Downtown Berkeley

John A

฿6,067 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire feature, and umbrellas.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

3.9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Yan

฿4,292 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire pit, and potted plants.

7. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

14.2 km from Downtown Berkeley

Patricia

฿6,070 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

8. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4 km from Downtown Berkeley

Bella

฿4,865 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with a pergola, glass railings, and a pathway leading to a covered deck.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina, 4.1 km from Downtown Berkeley

Rajadurai

฿5,537 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

10. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

14.2 km from Downtown Berkeley

Huy

฿3,693 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

11. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

13.6 km from Downtown Berkeley

Joceline

฿8,225 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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

12. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

14.9 km from Downtown Berkeley

Jamie

฿4,087 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

13. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

15.8 km from Downtown Berkeley

Laura

฿4,701 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

14. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

15.1 km from Downtown Berkeley

Jessica

฿8,073 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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

15. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

14.5 km from Downtown Berkeley

Jamaya

฿6,720 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'PARC 55' sign, multiple floors, and a corner location with a visible street view.

16. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

15.2 km from Downtown Berkeley

Elizabeth

฿5,798 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

17. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

14.6 km from Downtown Berkeley

ninos

฿8,494 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

18. Galleria Park Hotel

14.5 km from Downtown Berkeley

Kari

฿5,721 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

19. Argonaut Hotel

14.8 km from Downtown Berkeley

Vickie

฿8,375 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a central lounge.

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

26 km from Downtown Berkeley

Christian

฿5,774 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Berkeley

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 670 reviews	View
Hotel Shattuck Plaza	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,412 reviews	View
Nash Hotel	2.0 star property	6.4 386 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Galleria Park Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,065 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

Find the best Downtown Berkeley areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about 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 Oakland City Center or Fox Theater 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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Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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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 Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.

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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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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

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

Downtown Berkeley

10/10 Excellent

Faisal

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Emeryville

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Downtown San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Union Square

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Galleria Park Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

Elwira

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Emeryville

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Argonaut Hotel

Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

We were a bit worried when we arrived that the area outside the hotel was crazy busy and full of loud cars, bikes and music… but we had read a top tip to request a courtyard room and so actually our room was super quiet and relaxing and a nice break from the chaos of fisherman’s wharf. Restaurant breakfast was delicious but there’s also a latam coffee shop on the corner of the block directly behind the hotel who do amazing pastries. The hotel is perfectly located for the tram stop (get there...

Emma

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Union Square

10/10 Excellent

Bronwen

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

My stay in San Francisco was part of a larger trip which also included New York and LA. Honestly the hotel was perfect for what I was looking for, very easy going. No uncomfortable pestering (although I’d recommend using the do not disturb sign to avoid being woken by housekeeping). The location was excellent and walking everywhere was super simple. One lovely lady at reception was amazing with directions and recommendations, one of which was cycling across the Golden Gate Bridge (a must...

Max

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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 UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall as part of your Downtown Berkeley travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Berkeley?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Shattuck Plaza is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Berkeley. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from University of California, Berkeley, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness centre.

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

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

3. Nash Hotel

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

5. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

7. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

10. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

11. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

12. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

13. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

14. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

15. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

16. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

17. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

18. Galleria Park Hotel

19. Argonaut Hotel

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

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Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

Downtown Oakland

Albany

Piedmont

West Oakland

South Berkeley

Top Downtown Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Downtown Berkeley like?

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Berkeley?

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Berkeley area?

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Berkeley, will I receive a refund?

What is there to do in this Berkeley neighbourhood?

How can I get around Downtown Berkeley and the greater Berkeley area?