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A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

1. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Downtown Berkeley, 1.4 km from South Berkeley

Chase

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

2. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

2.8 km from South Berkeley

John A

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

3. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.2 km from South Berkeley

Bella

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina, 4.1 km from South Berkeley

Melinda

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple tables and chairs, and large windows offering a view of the street.

5. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

6.1 km from South Berkeley

Steve

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A bathroom with a toilet, a shower, and a sink.

6. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

8.3 km from South Berkeley

Ronald

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

7. La Casa Inn

15.1 km from South Berkeley

Kim

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.

8. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

13 km from South Berkeley

Joceline

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

9. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

13.6 km from South Berkeley

Huy

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A stone facade entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a brick-paved area.

10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

15.9 km from South Berkeley

Allan

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

11. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

13.4 km from South Berkeley

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire pit, and potted plants.

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

13.7 km from South Berkeley

Thomas

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier, and a clear sky.

13. Marina Village Inn

8.2 km from South Berkeley

frank

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

An outdoor patio area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a decorative metal sculpture.

14. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

13.9 km from South Berkeley

Gary Wylie

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

15. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

15.3 km from South Berkeley

Sangeeta Harinarain

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

16. Comfort Inn by the Bay

15 km from South Berkeley

Crystal

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

17. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

30.3 km from South Berkeley

Blanca

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a cityscape.

18. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

14.2 km from South Berkeley

Max

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

19. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

29.7 km from South Berkeley

dezzirae

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

20. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

14 km from South Berkeley

Angelo

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in South Berkeley

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Shattuck Plaza	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,415 reviews	View
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,447 reviews	View
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,854 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina	4.0 star property	8.2 Very good 5,237 reviews	View

Where to stay in South Berkeley

Find the best South Berkeley areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about South Berkeley

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Downtown Oakland

Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

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The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, located at the corner of a street with a traffic light and pedestrians nearby.

Downtown Berkeley

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

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An aerial view of a coastal city with a large bay, a peninsula with sparse vegetation, and a distant urban skyline.

Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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A cityscape with a prominent building featuring a spire and golden lights, set against a backdrop of a sunset sky and distant mountains.

Piedmont

You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.

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A harbor with a large ship, a marina, and a cityscape in the background.

West Oakland

While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.

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Top South Berkeley Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Berkeley Marina

10/10 Excellent

Ragini

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

Lay Hua

La Casa Inn

Marina District

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

Chris at the front desk delivered truly outstanding service. I arrived on a rainy Christmas Eve after a long 7-hour drive and was greeted with the warmest smile, a complimentary upgrade, late checkout, a welcome bag, and personal escort to the elevator — all offered proactively and with genuine care. I’ve stayed in many hotels, including 5-star chains worldwide, but Chris’s “customer-first” attitude genuinely stood out. This was my first stay at Luma, and his exceptional service left a lasting...

Grace

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Downtown San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

Jane Lu

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Berkeley like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Berkeley's South Berkeley neighbourhood. Are you looking for South Berkeley travel tips? Make sure that you visit Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in South Berkeley?

If you're searching for places to stay in Berkeley, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 24 South Berkeley hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Berkeley, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in South Berkeley.

What is there to do around this Berkeley neighbourhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in South Berkeley, consider Berkeley Flea Market or Telegraph Avenue, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Chabad of the East Bay and Black Repertory Group are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Habitot Children's Museum, Berkeley Community Theater and The Marsh Arts Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Berkeley. Magnes Collection of Jewish Art & Life and Robert Lowie Museum of Anthropology are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Berkeley.

How can I get around South Berkeley and the greater Berkeley area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Ashby Station is the closest metro station.

Hotels in South Berkeley

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Our top choices for South Berkeley hotels

1. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

2. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

5. Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

6. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

7. La Casa Inn

8. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

9. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

11. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

13. Marina Village Inn

14. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

15. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

16. Comfort Inn by the Bay

17. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

18. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

19. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

20. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

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Where to stay in South Berkeley

Downtown Oakland

Downtown Berkeley

Albany

Piedmont

West Oakland

Top South Berkeley Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Berkeley like?

How many hotels can I expect to find in South Berkeley?

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Berkeley, will I receive a refund?

What is there to do around this Berkeley neighbourhood?

How can I get around South Berkeley and the greater Berkeley area?