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Downtown Berkeley Inn

2001 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
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Downtown Berkeley Inn
Ranked #11 of 20 hotels in Berkeley
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Columbus, Ohio
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

I stayed here while I was at a conference going on at LBL. Basically the experience was completely adequate, but not special. The room was pretty cheap, but didn't have anything extra. No microwave, no fridge, and spotty wifi. The street outside was a little on the loud side, but this bothers me less than others because I'm used to... More

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Sacramento, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Very reasonable pricing for a great location in Downtown Berkeley. 3 blocks from the BART. Surrounded by great restaurants - too many to choose from. Lodgings are comfortable, feel nice. Walls are thin, but no problem overnight - most the noise was during the day.

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Sussex
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

On the plus side: Good value, helpful receptionist, free parking, easy walk to the BART (and connections to San Fran) and Shattuck Avenue amenities, good, clean bed and bathroom,Free Wi-fi though a bit weak. On the negative side; the bed was lethal with the wide rim around the base, perfect for smashing into in the night ..bruises still visible. TV... More

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Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013 via mobile

Within walking distance of BART and across from the City high school, this provides reasonable, no frills lodgings. The room was clean and the staff responsive to our needs. It was quiet up on the third floor facing a street.

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Berkeley, California
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

I was awoken at 4:30 am by a charter bus outside my window with a bunch of loud families. Then when I left, a street person was sleeping in the elevator (which has no security and is accessible from out of doors). I went to check out and had to ring a doorbell. They do not have a 24 hour... More

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Bakersfield, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

We enjoyed the comfortable bed, clean room, and friendly staff. Stay on the second floor or upper floors for a quieter room. We would stay here again. Free parking is available if you get there early afternoon.

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ROCHESTER
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

Downtown Berkeley Inn is located in the heart of Berkeley, within walking distance to the BART, restaurants, and shopping. Although it is only a couple of blocks off the main street, it is a quiet, secure motel. The rooms are a little snug but clean and comfortable. Parking is limited. And the internet is touch & go. If you are... More

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London, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2012

The Inn is newish, it is well placed in central Berkeley, it is reasonably priced and the room is clean with modern furnishings. There is also limited free parking. There are lifts to the upper floors. The wifi is slow but free. However the rooms have a major drawback. The beds are well style with a mattress placed in a... More

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Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2012

Great stay at this hotel. You get what you see in the Internet! Great value. Great reception service. They only have to improve the wireless service. And they are doing that. As I was on vacation visiting friends I did not mind that much. But if you are on business or a student you may find it essential. Walking distance... More

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Boulder, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2012

I chose this hotel because it was the least expensive lodging in downtown Berkeley. It is really more of a motel, with exterior entries and the sink in the room motel-style (with plenty of counter space, which was very nice!). It was clean, nicely decorated, plumbing worked fine, the bed was comfortable, and it was not especially noisy at night.... More

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Additional Information about Downtown Berkeley Inn

Also Known As:
Downtown Berkeley Hotel Berkeley
Downtown Berkeley Hotel
Downtown Hotel Berkeley
Address: 2001 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Region: United States > California > Berkeley
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Room Service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Best Value Hotels in Berkeley
Price range (per night): S$124 - 174
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Downtown Berkeley Inn is the newest lodging facility in Berkeley. Located just two blocks away from the University of California, Berkeley and a short five-minute walk from public transportation, our 27 rooms feature contemporary platform beds with TempurPedic-like foam mattresses, 42 inch High-Definition plasma TV with nearly 70 DirectTV channels, large desk and chair, in-room coffee machines and phone lines with data ports. ... more   less 

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