Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time is at 3:00 PM, and check-out time is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Berkeley, just a 1-minute drive from the University of California, Berkeley, and 15 minutes from San Francisco Bay. It is approximately 11.9 miles from the Moscone Convention Center and 12 miles from Oracle Park.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 2 children aged 18 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Signature Inn Berkeley - Comfortable Motel Accommodation

Average nightly price at Signature Inn Berkeley by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
February	US$136
April	US$109
May	US$218
September	US$136
October	US$150
November	US$125
December	US$111

What guests think

At Signature Inn Berkeley, travelers describe a budget-friendly, centrally located motel with generally clean, comfortable rooms and friendly staff, but note drawbacks such as small room sizes, limited parking supply, occasional maintenance issues, and noisy or unreliable air-conditioning.

Some guests reported disturbances from neighboring rooms or the surroundings, and a few felt the neighborhood looked run down after dark. Breakfast expectations vary: several reviewers found none despite advertising, while others received a modest continental selection and lobby drinks or snacks. Overall, expect a simple, no-frills base for short Berkeley stays.

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Facilities

On-site parking is available but often limited, and some guests had to park on the street. Amenities are basic; Wi‑Fi generally works, the lobby sometimes offers drinks or snacks, and extras like an ice machine are scarce.

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Ravi

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The four-night stay was comfortable. Parking was convenient and everything worked without any issues. Great place to stay!

8

Fred

15 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Limited parking

8

James

20 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Hotel is clean, well maintained, and reasonably close to the Berkeley campus (about a 30 minute walk). Trader Joe's is nearby and there's a good breakfast place across the street (Nations). Rooms are small and don't have space for much beyond the two beds (minimal sitting room for example). Few amenities other than parking and the basic room (no ice machine for example). But if all you want is a place to crash at the end of a day, this is a good option.

10

Meghan

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very comfortable and affordable place to stay for a visit to Berkeley. It's in a convenient location within walking distance of a lot of great restaurants and shops, a Trader Joe's, and the BART. My room was clean and quiet. The lobby was generously stocked with free snacks and drinks.

8

Holly

20 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and adequate for 2 people. Basic. Bed was comfortable. Air conditioner was a bit noisy. Not enough parking places so had to park on the street. Car window vandalized during the night.

8

Lorena

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

my partner and I stayed here for a concert at the Greek Theatre, we loved the area as it had many dining options and places to shop as well within walking distance. my only problem was that a couple nights the parking lot was full when we’d come back in the evening so we weren’t sure if we had to park elsewhere even though we were staying at this inn. thankfully after speaking to the front desk, they let us have a spot in a restricted area on the property still. there’s more rooms than there are parking spots so maybe there should be a rule that those staying on property get one parking spot at all times to avoid this issue with future guests.

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Mildred

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was pleasant, as were the staff. Although recently renovated, the bathroom had only been painted so steel fittings were old and rusty, and the grout/sealant needed bleaching as it had black mould on it. Most of the charging points and some sockets were not working, or had the tiniest charge going into them - not enough to actually charge a phone. A couple of queries prior to our stay went unanswered. There is not enough parking for one car per room. No breakfast is available though there’s a breakfast restaurant across the street. The bed was comfy and the linens clean. Price was the main driver for us and it is inexpensive for Berkeley.

8

Jamie

15 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff and have its own parking lot.

8

Alexandra

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I appreciated having a room on the ground floor so I could bring my bicycle inside. I appreciated the working wi-fi and cable tv. The room overall was clean and the service was friendly. The a/c in my unit was tricky to manage. I was too busy to ask for another room so that was the only unfortunate part of my stay.

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Laura

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Signature Inn was in a very convenient location for my trip to Berkeley. The parking was great, the rooms were adequate, and the bed was comfortable. I liked the touch with the Le Croixs!

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Cleanliness

Many guests find rooms and linens clean and the property generally well kept. However, recurring issues include bathroom grime or mold, occasional odors (smoke or musty), and some reports of poor housekeeping.

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Andrew

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hi. The front desk was very friendly. We stayed on two different nights within a week. First night there was a lot of hair in our bathroom/floor and shower. I told the front desk attendant. They said they asked housekeeping to come clean. I ended up cleaning it. Second stay there was hair on the toilet.

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ken

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean motel type establishment... Parking was good, staff were friendly and quick... bed was nice and room was clean

10

Vern

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property was well maintained, clean and affordable.

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Kathya

15 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The place was filthy. My room smelled like mildew, the carpets were stained and the sheets had cigarette burns. There were a few people loitering in the parking lot (I don't know if they were employees but why would they need to hang out in the parking lot late in the evening). It smelled like smoke the moment I stepped outside. I ended up checking out the same night I checked in. In speaking to the man at the front desk there was no resolution to the problem, a refund or an offer to a different room. I ended up driving two hours back home and cut my trip short, losing over $100. Please do yourself a favor and don't stay at this place. It is dirty and there are much better options at the same price point.

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Mildred

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was pleasant, as were the staff. Although recently renovated, the bathroom had only been painted so steel fittings were old and rusty, and the grout/sealant needed bleaching as it had black mould on it. Most of the charging points and some sockets were not working, or had the tiniest charge going into them - not enough to actually charge a phone. A couple of queries prior to our stay went unanswered. There is not enough parking for one car per room. No breakfast is available though there’s a breakfast restaurant across the street. The bed was comfy and the linens clean. Price was the main driver for us and it is inexpensive for Berkeley.

10

Victoria

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My sister and I stayed here for a concert at the Greek Theatre. The staff were nice and the whole place was well kept up. The only thing was the carpet did have a faint smell of urine. Maybe like a pet peed on the floor, a good carpet washing would do the trick. Other than that hotel was nice and had a great stay!

6

anne

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cute Inn. Convenient location. Room was clean except shower tiles need a good scrubbing. Also, there was no cover, flat sheet or duvet on the bed comforters which seems unusual.

10

Peter

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The rooms were clean, comfortable and well maintained as were the hotel grounds. The staff was friendly and accommodating. This is our 2nd stay under the new owners and we were extremely satisfied!!

6

ANNAHI

12 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Sheets were not clean

10

Liz

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Convenient location. Friendly and helpful staff.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and often small but adequate for sleeping, with many noting comfortable beds. Multiple reviews cite loud or faulty in-room AC and occasional noise from neighbors, plus a few reports of plumbing or water issues.

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Ronald

11 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had trouble getting any sleep because of a loud TV in the next room. Had to call the office numerous times and actually go to the front desk in person before they finally got the TV turned down, but by that time it was too late and already morning.

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James

20 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Hotel is clean, well maintained, and reasonably close to the Berkeley campus (about a 30 minute walk). Trader Joe's is nearby and there's a good breakfast place across the street (Nations). Rooms are small and don't have space for much beyond the two beds (minimal sitting room for example). Few amenities other than parking and the basic room (no ice machine for example). But if all you want is a place to crash at the end of a day, this is a good option.

8

Marieke

29 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The exterior of the motel is cute and inviting. Our room was small but clean and just fine for one night. The only disappointment was that the AC in our room didnt work. The location is super convenient and I appreciated the free parking.

8

Holly

20 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and adequate for 2 people. Basic. Bed was comfortable. Air conditioner was a bit noisy. Not enough parking places so had to park on the street. Car window vandalized during the night.

8

Denise

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, comfortable and convenient. AC unit was terribly loud and the room wasn’t ready until an hour after check-in.

6

Nancy

4 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was immaculately clean! But room location (dark corner with alley outside window was pretty scary for an older woman travelling alone. And people upstairs ran/walked stomped around all night.

6

Irina

27 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall, good inn, provided coffee and tea all day long. The main issues are the rooms are tiny for 2 beds, it’s difficult to walk past each other and the AC. In the room we had the AC was doing a weird noise like something is hanging off it when it was cooling. This noise was at such a frequency that it was waking us up all night long. Very unfortunate.

8

Veronica

15 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location on University Ave - about 15 minutes walk from either Berkeley or North Berkeley BART. The room was comfortable but teeny - there was a desk and a chair, but it was funny because everything was so close together, there would be no way to pull out the chair and sit at the desk! Also the A/C was so loud and clattering - we joked about it sounding like a propeller plane trying to take off. That said, it was totally fine. It was the cheapest option in the Berkeley area so I am glad that it was as nice as it was. It could have wound being way more sketchy and it was not at all. Owners were helpful and nice.

8

brittany

2 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room overall was nice and as described. I’d give 7/10 for parking space. Could offer more space in bathroom and by bathroom sink. Bed pillows were also very uncomfy so if you can, bring your own, but overall enjoyed the stay!

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Keri

7 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Their concept of "Free Parking" is a misnomer. There are not enough spaces for all guests. There IS free parking, if you get there early enough. Otherwise, you need to park on the street, which is metered until 6pm, so NOT free. My room key worked once then had to be replaced. I was woken up, after midnight, by water leaking into my bathroom, from the room above. This was, apparently, because the occupant of the room above "didn't use the shower properly". It took 5 minutes to wake the night manager, so he could call up to the room above mine and give me extra towels, for the flooding. I considered asking for another room, but there were no other vacancies, so why bother. The cabinet that hid the fridge wouldn't close and it was so close to the bed, that I nearly tripped over it.

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly and accommodating, with easy check-in. There are occasional complaints about slow or absent responses and problem resolution, including refunds or pre-arrival questions.

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Elisa

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Water to building was shut off from 9pm to 6am based on notice left on door. I left at 7am and water was still off so unable to shower. Staff did not offer any type of refund. I requested a partial refund with a request for a phone call later in day to confirm. Staff did not call me. I called the next day and they ultimately gave me 50% off the second night but I should not have had to request the refund.

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ken

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean motel type establishment... Parking was good, staff were friendly and quick... bed was nice and room was clean

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Harit

25 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The management was very warm and welcoming.

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Sarah

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The two ladies that checked us in were great. The young man working at night and in the morning acted like he didn't want to be there. The motel is clean, but the rooms are pretty warm and stuffy unless you run the air unit in the room.

10

Daniel

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Well-tended, convenient property. Concierge was available at any time i needed one. Close to downtown and restaurants.

10

Gabriela

27 May 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The facilites were great, but the reception was always empty. We had to leave early and haven’t received my refund yet. We left Monday 19th we dropped the key by the reception window.

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Mildred

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was pleasant, as were the staff. Although recently renovated, the bathroom had only been painted so steel fittings were old and rusty, and the grout/sealant needed bleaching as it had black mould on it. Most of the charging points and some sockets were not working, or had the tiniest charge going into them - not enough to actually charge a phone. A couple of queries prior to our stay went unanswered. There is not enough parking for one car per room. No breakfast is available though there’s a breakfast restaurant across the street. The bed was comfy and the linens clean. Price was the main driver for us and it is inexpensive for Berkeley.

10

Sheridan

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The front desk staff was very accomodating. The bed was terrific and the linens were lovely. Things are very expensive in that area and their price was better than most. I would definitely stay there again.

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RAJAH ANTARES ARIAS

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super easy to check in. I ve been staying here multiple times. They never fail to have the beat customer service.

10

Liz

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Convenient location. Friendly and helpful staff.

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Location

Convenient for Berkeley: walkable to campus, restaurants, and BART. A few guests said the surrounding area can feel run down or affected by homelessness at the edges.

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Cinthya

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, quiet, and close to Berkeley campus. Definitely booking again.

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Meghan

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very comfortable and affordable place to stay for a visit to Berkeley. It's in a convenient location within walking distance of a lot of great restaurants and shops, a Trader Joe's, and the BART. My room was clean and quiet. The lobby was generously stocked with free snacks and drinks.

8

Dion

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean, not large but really nicely appointed. The area was good, walked to the Greek Theatre and to restaurants. Overall for the price it was a very good hotel and convenient.

8

Theis

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

No nonsense place with central location. Good for sleeping - not much else.

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Sheri

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is motel is a real value in Berkeley. We were in for a show at the Greek Theater. It is a very short uber from motel to theater and there are a lot of dining options nearby. Room was clean & staff friendly.

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Yongxin

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Close to BART Downtown Berkeley

8

James

21 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel had neat, small rooms but it was very close to the university and with easy access to highways.

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John

27 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The area around the property -- the streets of Berkeley -- was a bit run down and depressing.

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Laura

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Signature Inn was in a very convenient location for my trip to Berkeley. The parking was great, the rooms were adequate, and the bed was comfortable. I liked the touch with the Le Croixs!

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Jonathan

13 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close enough to downtown, but on the edge where homeless begin to appear. Property itself is fine.

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Dining

Breakfast is inconsistent: some guests found no breakfast despite seeing it advertised, while others received a modest continental spread. Free coffee, tea, and occasional lobby snacks were noted by a few.

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Romeo

21 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

It appears that there's a parking space for all the guest . The rooms are clean. The microwave, coffee maker, & TV all work.... PLUS, there's actually a free breakfast! We stayed at this same hotel this past January (5 months ago), and was told by the manager the free breakfast was a web-site mis- print. We stayed at this hotel because it is one of the less expensive hotels @ Berkeley.

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Meghan

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very comfortable and affordable place to stay for a visit to Berkeley. It's in a convenient location within walking distance of a lot of great restaurants and shops, a Trader Joe's, and the BART. My room was clean and quiet. The lobby was generously stocked with free snacks and drinks.

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Sarai

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean hotel, they don't have breakfast! Because they are renovated the palace

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Rodrigo

17 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is nice. The breakfast has cereal and yogurt (on top of coffee, and those packed pastries). The woman in service was super nice.

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Dustin

5 Jul 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

The hotel was clean and surprisingly quiet for the most part despite its location on the busy major road. Room was comfortable and everything seemed newer than the price or exterior may imply. Breakfast was modest but plenty sufficient. Staff was very nice in switching me to a less smoke smelling room.

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Mildred

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was pleasant, as were the staff. Although recently renovated, the bathroom had only been painted so steel fittings were old and rusty, and the grout/sealant needed bleaching as it had black mould on it. Most of the charging points and some sockets were not working, or had the tiniest charge going into them - not enough to actually charge a phone. A couple of queries prior to our stay went unanswered. There is not enough parking for one car per room. No breakfast is available though there’s a breakfast restaurant across the street. The bed was comfy and the linens clean. Price was the main driver for us and it is inexpensive for Berkeley.

6

Irina

27 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall, good inn, provided coffee and tea all day long. The main issues are the rooms are tiny for 2 beds, it’s difficult to walk past each other and the AC. In the room we had the AC was doing a weird noise like something is hanging off it when it was cooling. This noise was at such a frequency that it was waking us up all night long. Very unfortunate.

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CARLOS

29 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,350 nights

It was clean, the only negative thing is that you mentioned a continental breakfast on your website but there was no continental breakfast offered once there.

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Stacy

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Didn’t have the breakfast bar working

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Susan

21 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They are conditioner was so loud that it was difficult to sleep. They also advertise free breakfast yet they never had free breakfast.

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