This hotel was designed and built by Julia Morgan and they call it "the little castle". She is the archetict of Hearst Castle. This hotel was constructed to be a Ladies Club in the 20's. It still has members, however the place now is mostly a hotel. The area is right next to the Cal Berkely campus. It has the... More

Can't find the time or the money, you need not go far. The Berkely City Club is a great value and close the all parts of the Bay Area. Public transporation makes this one accessible location. Julia Morgan the first female architect in Califonria and this hotel is one of her designs. She also designed Hearst Castle. The staff was... More

Centrally located. In & out parking for $12. Great experience. Staff was wonderful; the building is beautiful, grand indoor swimming pool (open 5am-10pm). The breakfast buffet (which was included) served in the lovely restaurant. From our room views of the Golden Gate and San Francisco. More

We were nonplussed by the discourteous staff at the Berkeley City Club on our first visit, but booked a second stay because the building itself is well located and the building itself has charm. It was a mistake--we couldn't have been more disappointed. One of two rollaways we paid extra for sagged atrociously in the middle when even our tiny... More

This is by far one of my favorite places to stay when I'm in the Bay Area. The architecture (designed by Julia Morgan!), the rooms (each with seemingly unique furniture and bedding), the view (ooooh, the view!) - all of it is fantastic, and for an affordable price. So far I've been lucky enough to find Groupon and Living Social... More

Wasn't sure about this place as we got this deal through groupon.com but it turned out to be our favorite place we stayed on vacation. The view and location was great. The architecture and history of the hotel was fascinating. Overall I would recommend staying in this hotel to anyone and look forward to going back. More

My husband and I just came back from a 1 night stay at this beautiful old landmark. We had a LivingSocial discount of ~$80, so no question about value for cost. I would still consider paying regular rack rates, but with the following caveat - The building is old, so those expecting the latest gadgets in a new hotel will... More

Amazing how the age and history of a building can resound in its walls! Lovely desk staff! Clean and charming room with the most breathtaking view of The City! Now if only we can arrive at a humane and dignified solution to the plethora of homeless that flank the area. I had one man ask us for a light and... More

This beautiful hotel/club built by Julia Morgan who also designed St. Simeon, dates from the 1930s. The rooms are small but comfortable with baths consistent with the era that are spotless despite many original fixtures. Classical music plays in the lobby. There is ONE TV in the TV room which is also an archives. The pool is beautiful and open... More