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Our top choices for Central Berkeley hotels

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1. Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western
2.5 star property
Central Berkeley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Awesome staff great location"
United States
Salud
The price is P7,271
P8,376 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

2. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
Downtown Berkeley, 0.8 km from Central Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,374 reviews)
"Great stay and location!"
United States
Erica
The price is P10,739
P12,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
2.5 star property
Northwest Berkeley, 1.2 km from Central Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Brand new construction, really quiet rooms amazing bathrooms, great area convenience to restaurants and UC Berkeley would always stay here again"
United States
Myles
The price is P8,478
P9,766 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
Berkeley Marina, 3.2 km from Central Berkeley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (5,146 reviews)
"Great bar and restaurant."
United States
Martin
The price is P7,511
P8,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
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5. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
3.6 km from Central Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,056 reviews)
"Love this place and the shopping center in the area great"
United States
Sheila
The price is P10,927
P12,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

6. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
3.5 km from Central Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,426 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Ramamurthy
The price is P9,524
P10,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

7. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Central Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,673 reviews)
"Great stay an breakfast"
United States
Troy
The price is P7,304
P11,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
3.9 km from Central Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,756 reviews)
"Lovely staff and great facilities."
United States
Tamy
The price is P8,772
P10,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'PARC 55' sign, a 'Barbary Coach' restaurant, and a view of the street with light trails from moving vehicles.

9. Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
14.8 km from Central Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,676 reviews)
"Really great area to stay!"
United States
Janet
The price is P9,710
P11,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

10. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
15.4 km from Central Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,362 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
FRANK
The price is P9,546
P11,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.

11. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
4.5 star property
14.7 km from Central Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,108 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Isaac
The price is P12,169
P17,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

12. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 star property
15 km from Central Berkeley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,708 reviews)
"Great location"
United Kingdom
Antony
The price is P7,737
P9,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn by the Bay
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a vintage camper parked nearby.

13. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Central Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,868 reviews)
"Great central location."
Canada
Larissa
The price is P9,863
P14,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

14. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
14.3 km from Central Berkeley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,627 reviews)
"Beautiful stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P15,386
P18,109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
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

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
14.2 km from Central Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,347 reviews)
"The breakfast was delicious and the location was great!"
United States
Greg
The price is P11,153
P13,126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

16. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
4.0 star property
14.1 km from Central Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,652 reviews)
"Great place to stay by Fisherman’s Wharf"
United States
Harold Franklin
The price is P8,119
P12,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
A modern hotel with a sleek exterior and a parked sports car in front.

17. Hotel VIA

Hotel VIA
4.0 star property
14 km from Central Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,579 reviews)
"A very comfortable hotel with friendly and helpful staff"
Canada
David
The price is P12,350
P14,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hotel VIA
A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

18. 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 km from Central Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,497 reviews)
"Long weekend in Fisherman Wharf - perfect location, the hotel had everything we needed for our weekend getaway."
Canada
Marcin
The price is P10,464
P14,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
A high-rise room with a city view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

19. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
14.8 km from Central Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,748 reviews)
"Great location, the staff is friendly and their upstairs bar is so much fun."
United States
Stephanie Lucero
The price is P10,224
P12,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

20. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
14.5 km from Central Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,488 reviews)
"Great location, nice hotel"
United States
eric
The price is P8,972
P10,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
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Where to stay in Central Berkeley

Find the best Central Berkeley areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Oakland

Theaters, 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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Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

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Albany

The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are a few top sights nearby.

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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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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.

Top Central Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"great location"
alvin 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central Berkeley?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Berkeley's Central Berkeley neighborhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Historic Berkeley as part of your Central Berkeley travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Central Berkeley?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western is the highest ranked property in Central Berkeley. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from University of California, Berkeley, and it offers free breakfast and free parking.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Central Berkeley area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Berkeley, choose from one of Expedia's 13 hotels and other accommodations in Central Berkeley.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Berkeley, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Central Berkeley.
What is there to do around this Berkeley neighborhood?
Historic Berkeley is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Central Berkeley. While you're out sightseeing in Berkeley, be sure to visit other sights like Berkeley Community Theater or Robert Lowie Museum of Anthropology.