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Our top choices for Berkeley cheap hotels

A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.
A room with a view of a marina, a grey armchair with an orange pillow, a matching ottoman, and a floor lamp.
A modern hotel with a large glass facade, a courtyard, and a view of a lake at sunset.

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Berkeley Marina
United States
Terry
NT$3,975
NT$4,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
A traditional interior with patterned walls, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a large globe chandelier.
A cozy lounge area with striped sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large globe hanging from the ceiling.
A bar area with a chalkboard listing draft beers, wooden bar stools, and a glass display shelf.
A hallway with patterned walls, a tiled floor, a chandelier, and a door leading outside.

2. Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
Telegraph District
United States
carolyn
NT$4,154
NT$5,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a lamp.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a digital screen, and a map on the wall.
A hotel with a clear sign indicating a 14' clearance.

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
Northwest Berkeley
United States
Brent
NT$4,811
NT$5,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
A grand foyer with a chandelier, a staircase, and a seating area with a round table.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.
A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

4. University Inn & Suites Berkeley

University Inn & Suites Berkeley
Southwest Berkeley
United States
Jodi
NT$3,458
NT$3,983 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
University Inn & Suites Berkeley
A rooftop terrace with a white sofa, two wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.
A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
A mini-fridge stocked with beverages, a snack shelf with chips and snacks, and a mural with a record player and '#AIDENBERKELEY' text.
A modern lobby with a seating area, a mural of a building, and potted plants.

5. Aiden by Best Western Berkeley

Aiden by Best Western Berkeley
Northwest Berkeley
United States
Jeannette
NT$4,767
NT$5,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Aiden by Best Western Berkeley
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a desk, and a cityscape painting on the wall.
A small building with a door, a window, and an ice dispenser.
A kitchen with a granite countertop, wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a television mounted on the wall.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white towel, and a wall-mounted faucet.

6. Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Central Berkeley
United States
Holly
NT$3,985
NT$4,590 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A hotel facade with a classic design, featuring arched windows and a prominent entrance.
A courtyard with a covered dining area, potted plants, and a brick pathway.
A spacious living area with a teal sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

7. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Downtown Berkeley
United States
Punit
NT$4,630
NT$5,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
A modern building with a unique facade featuring a series of reflective panels and green staircases.
A natural setting with a tree, moss-covered rocks, and lush greenery.
A room with a checkered floor, a piano, a sofa, a table, and a bench.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a round mirror on the wall, and a chair.

8. Nash Hotel

Nash Hotel
Downtown Berkeley
United States
Chad
NT$3,154
NT$4,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Nash Hotel
A living room with a large TV, a wooden cabinet, a black leather chair, a small table with plants, and a window with curtains.
A compact room with a wooden desk, a television mounted above it, a chair, a small refrigerator, a lamp, and a trash bin.
A balcony with a view of neighboring houses and trees.
A building with a sign indicating 'Marina Inn' and a 'Vacancy' sign.

9. Marina Inn

Marina Inn
Northwest Berkeley
United States
Marilyn
NT$3,699
NT$4,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Marina Inn
A street with a crosswalk, a white van parked on the side, and a building with an arched entrance in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a seating area with a bench.
A hotel hallway with multiple doors, wall-mounted sconces, and a bench.
A compact living space with a kitchenette area featuring a microwave, a coffee maker, and a wicker basket on a glass shelf. A grey sofa with patterned cushions is positioned against the wall.

10. Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley
North Berkeley
United States
Janet
NT$6,021
NT$6,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley
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Top Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Location , cleanliness. The cafeteria staff were all very nice. The Filipino staffs were all very accommodating. Buffet breakfast is so good!"
Ginalin 5-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

8/10 Good
"Quaint rooms with a very nice location."
Earl 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Pickwick Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

10/10 Excellent
"Helpful staff. Clean rooms. Shuttles arrived in timely manner."
Kim 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Always a pleasant stay at the Chancellor, whenever we frequent San Francisco. Central to everything and comfortable rooms at a reasonable price!"
Gregory H 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great everything! Definitely would recommend and stay again!"
Riley 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8/10 Good
"I have given you a 4 star rating because your breakfast was so amazing! The selections were out of this world! But…. While our room was clean and very comfortable, we were given an accessible handicapped room. We made these reservations months ahead and for the price we would have appreciated a larger room, and a normal bathroom with a full sink area. Everyone else in our party got a normal room: We would have appreciated a chance to say no, but had no idea until we lugged all our luggage up and down that long stretch of a hallway! (How is a room that far away from the entry and the lobby accessible? ). Thank you."
Robin 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome and very recommended place for family and close to the city activities"
Eduardo A 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent
"Nice location, clean, friendly staff"
Danielle 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

8/10 Good
"Nice place, very expensive, staff were great"
Jana 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Berkeley?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Berkeley, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Berkeley is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do in Berkeley?
Berkeley attracts visitors with its live music scene and fantastic dining options, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the popular local attractions that are highest on your list, such as Pier 39 and Oracle Park, and choose other low-cost activities to fill your itinerary. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Historic Berkeley, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Telegraph Avenue and Berkeley Flea Market.
How can I get to Berkeley and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Berkeley is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from the center in Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), which is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) away. Nearby metro stations include Downtown Berkeley Station, North Berkeley Station, and Ashby Station. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride aboard one of the trains from Berkeley Station.

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