Berkeley City Club (CA): See 119 Hotel Reviews and 87 Photos

Also Known As:: Berkeley City Club Hotel Berkeley; Berkeley City Club Hotel; Berkeley City Hotel

Address: 2315 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

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Region: United States > California > Berkeley

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

#2 Onsen Hotels in Berkeley

#2 Best Value Hotels in Berkeley

#4 Romantic Hotels in Berkeley

#5 Family Hotels in Berkeley

Price range (per night): S$182 - 208

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Blending Romanesque and Moorish architecture, the Berkeley City Club was elaborately crafted by Hearst Castle designer Julia Morgan. Carved archways, vaulted ceilings, an indoor mosaic tiled swimming, and leaded-glass windows overlooking lush courtyards give the building its unique old world charm. The Berkeley City Club boasts six floors of classically designed standard, junior suite and suite size hotel rooms. Experience breathtaking views from each room, whether its the iconic fog rolling in over the San Francisco bay or the beautiful sunrises over the Berkeley Hills. Enjoy complimentary breakfast in the dining room, including fresh fruit, toast, bagels, pastries, hard-boiled eggs, oatmeal, yogurt, and juice. For entertainment, check out special member events, fitness classes, theater performances, salon services, happy hour and dining in the restaurant, or local Berkeley attractions just steps away from the Club. ... more less

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HaveHiatusWillTravel

Encino, CA

Reviewer

5 reviews

5 hotel reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

5 helpful votes

“PHENOMENAL but be FOREWARNED...”

Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

...you are stepping back in time. I was so in awe of the general atmosphere and architecture that I made others in my travel party (who were staying elsewhere) come and take a tour. And they were in awe, as well. But they weren't the ones that didn't have TV in their room. They weren't the ones who could barely... More

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James S

Haverford, Pennsylvania

Top Contributor

245 reviews

72 hotel reviews

Reviews in 95 cities

151 helpful votes

“A Must for History and Architectual Buffs!”

Reviewed 16 May 2013

If you are at all interested in history or architecture The Berkeley City Club is a MUST for your Berkeley stay (or at least dinner). It's well worth seeing. The building was designed in 1929 as the Berkeley Woman's City Club. It was a private club and a hotel for women on the UC Berkeley campus. In later years it... More

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sgw57

michigan

Senior Contributor

38 reviews

16 hotel reviews

Reviews in 16 cities

16 helpful votes

“updated review”

Reviewed 9 May 2013

We recently stayed for one night at the Berkeley City Club (this was our second stay there). It remains a very cool building, the staff was friendly and helpful. Noise in this older hotel remains a bit of a problem. We have also stayed at other historic hotels in the area and did not have the same issue. The main... More

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“Nice historical hotel”

Reviewed 1 September 2011

ark1

santa rosa,ca

118 reviews

57 hotel reviews

Reviews in 63 cities

137 helpful votes

“Its a Castle”

Reviewed 7 May 2013

I loved this place. Designed by Julia Morgan the berkeley city club ranks very high on my favorites list. This architectural gem is very unique and is a wonderful place to stay. Its eye candy at every turn. Opulent, tasteful and absolutely beautiful. The rooms tho small are well appointed w very comfortable beds and million dollar views. The pool... More

hannahbannana

Chico, CA

32 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 8 cities

15 helpful votes

“Step Back In Time! Amazing Adventure!”

Reviewed 29 April 2013

THIS is a TRUE Gem in the Heart of UC Berkeley neighborhood. Parking was a snap (Hotel has their own paking lot) and the staff were friendly and helpful. Be aware, that this amazing historic timewarp in smack dab in the heart of energy so expect there to be noise- city construction and students. If you are not comfortable in... More

Wow you made the most our place, glad you experienced it all. Thank you Hannah Banana. More

Miasha777

Carbondale, Colorado

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

“Equisite in every way!”

Reviewed 21 April 2013

Architectural gem! If you talk to other guests in the elevator, you're sure to meet an architect. Attentive and alert staff! Very helpful, and willing to provide lots of tourist info. Adjacent parking! So handy. Ample breakfast! Exquisite buffet of real food. And service too. All walking distance to hip restaurants and campus. A+

We love it when we get an A+!!!! More

Visitor_from_Athens

Athens, Greece

89 reviews

42 hotel reviews

Reviews in 43 cities

44 helpful votes

“A precious landmark boutique hotel where I will never again stay”

Reviewed 17 April 2013

The property is gorgeous and well maintained, built by the architect Julia Morgan as a womens' club. Today it is in part a residential hotel, part rooms for travellers. But ... and these are big buts ... The place can be very noisy since the first two floors are rented for weddings and other affairs. Two of the four nights... More

TravelingAnnK

Sherman Oaks

Contributor

15 reviews

6 hotel reviews

“Great Gadsby so close to UC Berkeley”

Reviewed 8 April 2013

My daughter and I stayed at the Berkely City Club while touring colleges during her spring break. We could walk to the Berkeley tour, which was great since parking in Berkeley is difficult. There were restaurants walking distance as well. The hotel is like being transported in time to the 1930's. We loved it. If you are looking for a... More

Kim L

New York City, New York

29 reviews

13 hotel reviews

Reviews in 15 cities

12 helpful votes

“A mixed experience indeed”

Reviewed 3 April 2013

They provide ear plugs next to your bed and you will probably need them. It is not just external noise from construction and the street but also, I believe, internal noise from the elevator. The hotel is very well situated near Sproul Hall and the college campus nd it well reflects the overall quirkiness of Berkeley: a sense of shabby... More

ewormuth

Capitola, California

3 reviews

2 helpful votes

“Not the Holiday Inn --”

Reviewed 19 March 2013

I love this hotel; I've stayed there three times and am booked for a fourth. It's beautiful -- the architecture, courtyards, swimming pool -- it's like stepping back in time. The rooms I've stayed in were very nicely appointed, and the view of the Bay and Golden Gate Bridge are wonderful. However -- it's not the kind of hotel my... More

Not the Holiday Inn indeed... You'll only find one TV throughout the entire hotel tucked away in one of our many rooms. The wifi is iffy though we're going to be making improvements in the future, be sure to check back when you're husband joins you! We look forward to your return, Berkeley City Club More

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