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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
8.5 mi from South Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,524 reviews)
"Great location and good breakfast"
United States
julian
The price is £151
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
11.9 mi from South Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,550 reviews)
"Everything was amazing, including the breakfast!!"
United States
Maria
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport
2.0 star property
17.9 mi from South Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"it was a good hotel near the airport."
Canada
Sharon
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
4.0 star property
18.9 mi from South Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,012 reviews)
"Awseome place to stay, Good breakfast"
United States
Satish
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
3.0 star property
19 mi from South Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,878 reviews)
"Very nice hotel"
United States
Jiaming
The price is £114
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
The Dylan at SFO

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
18.5 mi from South Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,242 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location near the airport with reliable shuttle services. The hotel is clean and the rooms are comfortable."
United States
George
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
18.2 mi from South Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,632 reviews)
"breakfast was good, excellent location"
United States
Byron
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hotel Aura SFO

The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
14.3 mi from South Berkeley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (604 reviews)
"Excellent stay !!"
United States
Gina
The price is £133
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
The Evergreen

Best Western Plus Heritage Inn

Best Western Plus Heritage Inn
2.5 star property
15.5 mi from South Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel!!!"
United States
emiliano
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Best Western Plus Heritage Inn

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
18.9 mi from South Berkeley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,399 reviews)
"Wonderful. Would stay again."
United States
Ralph
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

Marin Lodge

Marin Lodge
2.0 star property
16.5 mi from South Berkeley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, great parking, good location, comfortable"
United States
Debra
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Marin Lodge

San Remo Hotel

San Remo Hotel
2.0 star property
8.6 mi from South Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very good experience! Perfect location, 10-15 min walk to pier!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
San Remo Hotel

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport
2.5 star property
18.5 mi from South Berkeley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Really nice and convenient place to stay at"
United States
Michelle
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
8.5 mi from South Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,660 reviews)
"Great Hotel."
United States
BALTAZAR NAPOLEON GUERRA
The price is £150
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
Berkeley Marina, 2.5 mi from South Berkeley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (4,840 reviews)
"Great stay in a beautiful setting"
United States
Pauline
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
8.7 mi from South Berkeley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,542 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and the place was beautiful!"
United States
David Corrie
The price is £203
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG
2.5 star property
9.9 mi from South Berkeley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Nice breakfast. Friendly helpful staff."
United States
Lanniece
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO
2.5 star property
17.9 mi from South Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,033 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Ketan
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
8.6 mi from South Berkeley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,217 reviews)
"Great staff, clean and modern rooms, solid breakfast."
United States
Kama
The price is £159
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
3.5 star property
18.8 mi from South Berkeley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,208 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
marion
The price is £136
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
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Where to stay in South Berkeley

Find the best South 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 Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Repertory Theater. 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.

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.

Top South Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in South Berkeley that travellers recommend?
When looking for highly recommended hotels in South Berkeley, consider the Claremont Resort & Club, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley, Hotel Shattuck Plaza, Berkeley City Club, and Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area.

The 5-star Claremont Resort & Club, with an 8.8 rating, is a luxurious option offering onsite tennis facilities and Egyptian cotton sheets for a comfortable stay. Guests often praise its comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and fantastic spa and pool. It is conveniently located near the University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley and Memorial Stadium.

The 4-star Graduate by Hilton Berkeley, rated 8.4, provides suites with premium bedding and rainfall showerheads. Its service and staff are frequently described as excellent and helpful, and the bar is noted as great. This hotel is very close to Memorial Stadium and the Zellerbach Playhouse.

Another excellent 4-star option is the Hotel Shattuck Plaza, which has an 8.8 rating. Guests appreciate the comfortable and clean rooms, friendly staff, and delicious food. Its convenient location places it near Memorial Stadium and the Zellerbach Playhouse.

The Berkeley City Club, with an 8.8 rating, offers rooms with mountain views and complimentary continental breakfast. Travellers frequently praise the friendly and attentive staff, comfortable rooms, and the gorgeous pool. It is well-located for exploring the Zellerbach Playhouse and Essig Museum of Entomology.

Lastly, the 3-star Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area, rated 8.8, is located in a shopping district and provides complimentary buffet breakfast. Guests consistently highlight the spacious and clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, and excellent breakfast. It is close to the Emeryville Crescent State Marine Reserve and Public Market Emeryville.
What are the best family hotels in South Berkeley?
For family-friendly hotels in South Berkeley, consider the Claremont Resort & Club, the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG, or the Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley.

The 5-star Claremont Resort & Club, with an 8.8 rating, is an excellent choice for families. It offers complimentary rollaway extra beds and cribs, a children's club, and supervised childcare. There is also a playground and a pool with a gate for added safety, making it very suitable for those travelling with children. Guests frequently mention the comfortable rooms and fantastic pool facilities.

Another great option is the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG, which has a 9.0 rating. This hotel provides complimentary buffet breakfast and free cribs, along with child-friendly window designs. Families will appreciate the connecting rooms and sofa beds available. Guests often praise the comfortable and clean rooms and the helpful staff.

The 4-star Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley, rated 9.2, is also highly recommended. It offers complimentary cribs and sofa beds, as well as free breakfast options. This hotel is praised for its superb and clean rooms and its excellent location, being less than a kilometre from the Gourmet Ghetto and Zellerbach Playhouse.
What are the best 5-star hotels in South Berkeley?
For a superb 5-star hotel in South Berkeley, the Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel is an excellent recommendation.

This distinguished hotel, boasting a high 8.8 rating, offers an array of luxurious amenities including an on-site tennis court, plush bathrobes, and premium Egyptian cotton sheets for ultimate comfort. Guests frequently praise the comfortable and lovely rooms, along with the friendly and great staff. The hotel also features a fantastic spa and a fantastic pool, which are consistently praised by visitors. Furthermore, the Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel provides convenient valet parking, including a secured option, and air conditioning for a pleasant stay. For dining, there is a restaurant with garden views. Its location is also convenient for exploring, with the University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley just 1.9 km away and Memorial Stadium within 1.7 km.
What are the best spa hotels in South Berkeley?
For a superb spa hotel in South Berkeley, the Claremont Resort & Club comes highly recommended.

This 5-star hotel, with an 8.8 rating, offers a fantastic spa that includes deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, reflexology, and facial treatments. Guests can also enjoy couples treatment rooms, a steam room, and accessible spa facilities. The spa is onsite, making it very convenient, and massage appointments can be arranged with advance notice. Customers frequently praise the comfortable and lovely rooms, the great and friendly staff, the fantastic spa, great amenities, and fantastic pool.
What hotels in South Berkeley offer free breakfast?
For hotels in South Berkeley that offer complimentary breakfast, consider the Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG, and Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area.

The 4-star Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley, with a 9.2 rating, provides a free continental breakfast daily. Guests consistently praise the friendly staff, great and clean rooms, and its great location, which is just 0.3 km from the UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall.

Another excellent option is the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG, rated 9.0. This hotel offers a free hot buffet breakfast and free self-parking, making it very convenient. Customers frequently mention the comfortable and clean rooms, helpful staff, and good location. It is 1.4 km from Vinca minor.

The 3-star Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area, with an 8.8 rating, also includes a free buffet breakfast. Guests appreciate the spacious and clean rooms, friendly staff, and the hotel's good location. It is conveniently located 0.6 km from Public Market Emeryville.

The Berkeley City Club, rated 8.8, provides a free continental breakfast daily. Guests often highlight the attentive staff, comfortable rooms, and the gorgeous pool. It is also well-located, being only 0.8 km from Chickering American River Reserve.

Finally, the Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western, rated 7.8, also offers a free breakfast. This hotel is praised for its newly remodeled and clean rooms, friendly staff, and comfortable beds. It is situated 0.4 km from the UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in South Berkeley?
For top pet-friendly hotels in South Berkeley, consider the Graduate by Hilton Berkeley, the Claremont Resort & Club, and Hotel Shattuck Plaza.

The 4-star Graduate by Hilton Berkeley, with an 8.4 rating, warmly welcomes both dogs and cats, providing food and water bowls for your companions. Guests frequently highlight its excellent service and helpful staff, as well as its great location near Zellerbach Playhouse and Memorial Stadium.

Another outstanding option is the 5-star Claremont Resort & Club, boasting an 8.8 rating. This hotel also allows both dogs and cats and offers food and water bowls. It features a health club with fitness classes and a steam room, and guests often praise its comfortable rooms and fantastic staff. It is conveniently located near the University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley.

The 4-star Hotel Shattuck Plaza, rated 8.8, is another excellent choice for pet owners, accommodating both dogs and cats and providing food and water bowls. This hotel offers spacious suites, and guests often comment on the friendly staff, comfortable rooms, and convenient location near Essig Museum of Entomology and Zellerbach Playhouse.
What are the best budget hotels in South Berkeley?
For excellent budget hotels in South Berkeley, consider the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG, the Berkeley City Club, and the 3-star Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area.

The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG, with a 9.0 rating, offers comfortable and clean rooms. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff and the hot, good breakfast. Free parking is also available and easy to access. It is conveniently located near the Gourmet Ghetto and the UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall.

Another great option is the Berkeley City Club, rated 8.8. This hotel is known for its comfortable and clean rooms, as well as its friendly and attentive staff. Guests often highlight the great, walkable location and the gorgeous, beautiful pool.

The 3-star Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area, also with an 8.8 rating, provides spacious and clean rooms. Travellers praise the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the excellent and free breakfast. This hotel is situated near the Public Market Emeryville and the Emeryville Crescent State Marine Reserve.
What are the most romantic hotels in South Berkeley for couples?
For a romantic getaway in South Berkeley, the Claremont Resort & Club, the Four Points by Sheraton San Francisco Bay Bridge, and the Berkeley City Club are excellent choices for couples.

The 5-star Claremont Resort & Club, with an 8.8 rating, is a luxurious option featuring a health club, steam room, and even couples' treatment rooms, superb for a relaxing escape. Guests often praise the comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and fantastic spa and pool facilities. It is also conveniently located near the University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley and Lake Temescal.

Another good option is the 3-star Four Points by Sheraton San Francisco Bay Bridge, rated 8.8. This hotel offers a renovated outdoor pool and hot tub, as well as complimentary WiFi and free self-parking. Many rooms also feature balconies, ideal for enjoying the views together. It is situated close to the Emeryville Crescent State Marine Reserve and Emeryville Marina.

The Berkeley City Club, with an 8.8 rating, also offers a delightful experience. Couples particularly enjoy the beautiful pool and the complimentary breakfast. The staff are frequently described as friendly and attentive, and the rooms as comfortable and clean. The hotel is located in a walkable area, close to the Gourmet Ghetto and Berkeley Repertory Theater.
What are the best hotels in South Berkeley near Gourmet Ghetto?
For hotels in South Berkeley near Gourmet Ghetto, consider the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG or the Signature Inn Berkeley.

The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG, with a 9.0 rating, is a great option for families. It offers complimentary buffet breakfast and free cribs, and guests often mention the comfortable, clean rooms and the friendly, helpful staff. Gourmet Ghetto is approximately 2.1 km away, and the Habitot Children's Museum is also nearby at 1.9 km.

Another good choice is the Signature Inn Berkeley, which has a 7.4 rating. This hotel is praised for its convenient location, being only 1.0 km from Gourmet Ghetto, and its affordable price. Free parking and free WiFi are available, and the Habitot Children's Museum is just 0.7 km away.
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