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Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

2.5 star property
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In North Berkeley, Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley is a hub of warmth and connection. Enjoy the convenience of in-room WiFi, a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and restaurant on site. The helpful staff has left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ฿6,249
฿7,186 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a patterned wallpaper.

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 158 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a patterned wallpaper.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a striped chair, and a door.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 236 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a wardrobe.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 193 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a wardrobe.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a patterned wallpaper.

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in North Berkeley, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley is near a metro station. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Ferry Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Visit our Berkeley travel guide
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1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94709

What's nearby

  • A storefront with a sign reading "Taste of the Himalayas" and "Fine Nepalese & Indian Cuisine".
    Gourmet Ghetto
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • An outdoor amphitheater with tiered seating and a stage.
    University of California, Berkeley
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, large windows, and a visible street with cars and a cyclist.
    Historic Berkeley
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • An outdoor amphitheater with a stage and seating.
    Greek Theater
    2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station
    6 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station
    13 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Marugame Udon
    9 min walk
  • Yali's Oxford Street Cafe
    11 min walk
  • Cheese Board Pizza
    1 min walk
  • Victory Point Cafe
    6 min walk
  • Triple Rock Brewery & Ale House
    9 min walk

About this property

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

  • Hotel near University of California, Berkeley
  • At Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and multilingual staff
    • Smoke-free property, a lift and a front desk safe
    • Concierge services, tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley include perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Balconies or patios, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1906
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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, debit card or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

As of 8 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley on 7 Sep 2026 start from ฿6,249, 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.

What time is check-in at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley located?

Located in North Berkeley, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Historic Berkeley and University of California, Berkeley. UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Greek Theater are also within 1 mile (2 km). Downtown Berkeley Station is 13 minutes by foot and North Berkeley Station is 21 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 508 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 508 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 508 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 508 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 508 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for us. The room was great - quiet and great bed. Morning coffee was great too - they have many neighborhood regulars who gather in the morning. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an unusual location for a hotel, and we were really nervous walking through a cafe to check in... but the experience was wonderful - well done up rooms, great shower, ease of access to restaurants and a huge grocery store next door. We were having dinner at Chez Panisse and wanted somewhere close by. We lucked out with great parking not too far away - oh and that cafe I mentioned... we got a free drink the next morning as a perk! It was a perfect stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean suites with balconies. Coffee at the cafe’s not bad, either.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and nice amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people, really helpful. Clean rooms, simple. The only unfortunate issue was parking. They have none. And since it's Berkeley there are many many rules and parking cops!. Since there is residential a couple of blocks away, there are spots to find. Oh, and great coffee!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff couldn’t have been more obliging. Wonderful. Hotel has a great location for restaurants and proximity to Berkeley U.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room in Gourmet Gulch. Great food all around. Very helpful staff. We like this quirky but clean and efficient little hotel.
Walk to see the history of the University of California at Berkeley, one of great research universities in the world. I’m writing about a group of friends who helped shape the modern American government. A group of friends lived on Ridge Road
In the previous photo check out John Galen Howard who was part of the Ridge Road salon hosted by Adolph and Mary Miller—he founded the UCB finance/ later business school and was chair of the Econ dept— and a founding member of the Federal Reserve Brd
Pioneering President Benjamin Ide Wheeler turned a muddy campus into a world class university
Campanile— check out John Galen Howard plaque— after the San Francisco Earthquake and fire Wheeler hosted thousands of fire refugees on the UCB campus helped by the Millers and Dean of Women Lucy Sprague, later Mitchel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Wonderful coffee at the cafe.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

I always enjoy staying at the Sens Hotel when I’m in Berkeley. Very clean, very friendly and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chaochin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoy my stay here. The staff is friendly and helpful and the room is nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for those visiting the berkeley area. Close to a grocery store and many dining options around. Staff is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Words that come to mind, quaint, comfy, quiet. Not a large chain hotel but a small friendly one. Will use again if in the area. When I woke up after a good nights sleep I kept thinking I was at home, doesn't happen to me very often at hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Great places to walk in every direction. Perfect bistro.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and well planned small room with patio
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

prentice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay there and would/will again. It's perfectly locate in North Berkeley for restaurants and shops. It's a 25 minute walk to the Greek Theatre where we saw Morrissey.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy acces to restaurants and transportation
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Surprisingly good room including proper shower wand, microwave and fridge. Fridge was a bit noisy. Staff friendly and helpful. Restaurants right across the street, both cheap and expensive. I'd stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking situation is clunky, as customers have to search for on street parking in a busy urban neighborhood. not ideal but once you find it, property is well kept, staff is always great. it's our 4th stay and we'll keep coming back. not holding parking against them. one small suggestion would also be to check the water pressure, if conservation were in mind, we get it but to a trickle was a tad over reaching. Otherwise, see you next time Sens!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large and comfortable room with lots of extras tha made the stay easy and smooth: well appointed bed and bath, electric kettle with tea and coca, fridge, microwave. desk set up was great. lighting was excellent. nice little porch for outside air. the staff were all super friendly and helpful. coffee and good pastries available on site. great location in Berkeley with lovely shopping and food amazement close. would absolutely stay here again and am so pleased to have found this spot. thank you for a great stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect location, cute and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here is amazing super nice and welcoming to the guests!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is perfectly located close to an excellent bakery, wonderful restaurants and wonderful coffee in hotel itself
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Denisse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room & bathroom were clean. The bed was a bit uncomfortable. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025