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Downtown Berkeley Inn
Average price*: $119 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 based on 31 reviews 31 Reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 20 hotels in Berkeley
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  • Rooms: 27
Property Type: Hotel
  • Lodging offering guest rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a variety of services and amenities.
Description: The Downtown Berkeley Inn is the newest lodging facility in Berkeley. Located just two blocks away from the University of California, Berkeley and a... This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
2001 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704

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Reviews of Downtown Berkeley Inn

( 10-14 of 31 )
“Great value - Great Bed!”

Downtown Berkeley Inn

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5 of 5 stars
Clarion, Pennsylvania
Apr 6, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

I am so glad that I stumbled upon this hotel website while looking for a reasonably-priced hotel where I could stay while on a 6 day business/pleasure trip combination to the Bay Area.

First of all, the price was a very reasonable (my total bill, after taxes and fees, was $724 for six nights.) The location was great, just a couple of blocks from the BART station - it took me roughly 30 minutes to get to the downtown hotel where I was attending and presenting at a conference (where I would have paid a lot more than at the Downtown Berkeley Inn!)

The hotel looks more like a motel, rather unassuming and fairly drab from the outside, but the room was amazing - well appointed, with a very cool look, and extremely clean! 42" plasma HD TV, and the most comfortable bed I have ever had at any hotel in my entire life (and I once stayed at the New York Hilton Presidential Suite!). The service was wonderful, very personable, and the owner is delightfully gracious. When I had a small problem with the TV, the desk clerk helped me immediately resolve it.

I strongly recommend this wonderful hotel, it's great value for the money, and you'll sleep very well.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Great value for the money and great bed
    • Disliked — sort of a drab look from the outside
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Walisabeth's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2008
Traveled with: Solo traveler
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 50-64
Member since: April 06, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Other
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“Good Location and Good Value for Money”

Downtown Berkeley Inn

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4 of 5 stars
Singapore
Mar 25, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

This hotel is more like a motel, but.. a very good one. Great location, just a few short blocks away from the BART station.

For the price, this is one of the best deals you can find in Berkeley California.

Sudha, the owner of the place was very helpful and friendly

I would certainly stay here again if I do visit Berkeley again.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Good Location and Value of Money
    • Disliked — One of the bed frames, I constantly Bump my ankle on it! OUCH
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
babytay's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 25-34
Member since: March 22, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene
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“The best beds in Berkeley!”

Downtown Berkeley Inn

Mar 22, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We recently stayed at the Downtown Berkeley Inn and had the best night's sleep - the beds are heavenly, and there is a choice of soft, firm and medium pillows. The Inn is in a great location, we walked everywhere, even to Campus, and found Sudha, the owner, charming and helpful.

This Inn is very clean and comfortable. We will try to purchase similar beds for our home and plan to be back. Also a great place to stay during graduation week when it is hard to find a room in Berkeley.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — the high quality beds
    • Disliked — noisy in the morning
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
lagordita7's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2008
Traveled with: Family with teenagers
Visit was for: Personal event (wedding, ...)
Age group: 35-49
Member since: March 22, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Business meeting / Event
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“Felt like family”

Downtown Berkeley Inn

Mar 18, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

I had the pleasure of staying at the Downtown Berkeley Inn during a visit to Berkeley in February. The rooms were lovely and spotless, the location is very convenient and Sudha is very attentive host, who makes you feel like family. I am delighted to have made her acquaintance and look forward to coming back to this well run and lovely Inn.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — convenience safety and cleanliness
    • Disliked — cable often disconnected
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
cavangirl58's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Traveled with: Solo traveler
Visit was for: Other
Age group: 50-64
Member since: February 26, 2004
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Other
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“Very good motel selection”

Downtown Berkeley Inn

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4 of 5 stars
Philadelphia
Mar 18, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

This motel is a very good choice when visiting the campus. It is clean and newly refurbished, and located a short walk from the BART and the campus (about two or three blocks to either). A car was not necessary if you are using BART. The owners were very nice and helpful, and seemed eager to make the stay pleasant. While it is a bit different from the big chain hotels, I was still very pleased and would stay there again if I return.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location and cleanliness
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Knuckle1's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2008
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 35-49
Member since: January 13, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Business meeting / Event
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2001 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704