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    DoubleTree by Hilton - Berkeley

    2.9 (776 reviews)
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    Inside the room
    Jolens V.

    The view is beautiful but really cold and windy. The floors were numbered in a confusing manner so I got lost all the time. I thought it was over priced. I really loved the water dispenser by the lobby. The service was poor. No amenities for the visitors.

    View from the walking path.
    Sarah L.

    Location, location! Nice views of the ocean and SF from the hotel. Nice indoor pool but didn't get a chance to use it. A hotel restaurant and market on the premises. Free chocolate chip cookies upon check in. The so-so. The property needs some updates for sure. Rooms and property were a bit tired. Check in is extremely slow. I think the computers need updates. Expensive paid parking but you can park along the road off the property. Overall a good stay. The view and central location outweighed the bad.

    Outside view from waterfront rooms
    Katherine P.

    I liked this hotel but there are definitely pros and cons. I'll start with the positives first : Location is right by the marina so you can walk along the path and it makes for a great morning or evening walk. Staff is very friendly. There's a restaurant onsite. Now for the negatives : the hotel is a bit worn down, older furniture, and several chips very outdated bathroom. The AC is a wall unit so it's very noisy. Also walls are very thin and you can hear the TV from the next room if they are adjoining rooms. Self parking is $40 valet is $42. Unfortunately no other stores or restaurants were walkable to the hotel.

    The garden
    Kaylee C.

    We booked here by AirBnB. When we arrived, I checked in at the front desk. Our room was supposed to be a king bed. When I checked in the woman at the front, booked us a room with two twin beds! The thing that surprise me was, she never said anything about what beds would be in the room or any details. I thought that was strange. So we didn't realize until we got to the room that it was the incorrect room. Thankfully, after we talk to the front desk, they were able to get us " the last king room" as they said. We really enjoyed the room once we got moved to the right room. It had a nice spacious bathroom counter for doing make up. and it had great closet space. There was a closet in the bathroom and there was a closet also in the bedroom. There was a safe, an ironing board and an iron. We also were given a couch, seating area, and a refrigerator. The TV was nicely sized and offered Netflix and Amazon prime, which we really enjoyed. The best part about our trip was that our room had a patio that led out to a grassy walking area. This hotel is dog friendly and if you walk behind the hotel, there's a giant leash free dog park with a view of San Francisco and the Bay! That was really a pleasure to take a walk by. They also had a very cute garden area with seating and an indoor pool. I really felt like this hotel had a lot of accommodations for their guests and it was a great location to visit Berkeley. By staying here, you can have a quiet serene visit while also being only a 10 minute drive from a lot of activities and downtown.

    Nai S.

    The location is really the only reason to stay here I mean, absolutely everything is lacking. The hotel is old and in desperate need for an update. The rooms are similar to a motel, I was actually shocked by how little effort it seemed they put into the place. It's somewhere to sleep, at a nice marina. That's it.

    Pool/Dry Sauna/Gym
    Jennifer N.

    Not too bad of a hotel, stayed here for a work trip. Nice views, location, and indoor pool. Any doubletree you go to will give you cookies if you ask. I'm used to getting just regular chocolate chip cookies, but these double tree cookies have nuts as well, I personally really enjoyed them! As guest, unfortunately you do have to pay for parking. The hotel is sectioned into multiple buildings. We stayed in the building right next to the checkin/events building. There is an indoor pool that also has a sauna, weights, and cardio room. We are right at the marina, the sunsets are beautiful. My room faced the parking lot/city which wasn't all that bad either. The rooms were like any other standard room. Nothing amazing and nothing horrible. The building is a bit outdated and not as modern, but it's livable for a few nights. I would stay here again.

    My courtyard view
    Christie T.

    OK hotel in a nice location, right on the water and next to a beautiful park. The rooms are average, the "courtyard view" was facing a wall so not great. But the property is nicely landscaped so I imagine a real courtyard view would have been nice. The restaurant is very average and quite expensive and so is the little shop they have in the lobby. There is a place to refill water bottles with filtered water so that's good at least. I had no hot water to shower in my room and they did not seem to care when I told them at check out. I honestly probably won't be back since there are many options over here and the experience left me feeling pretty blah.

    Eww what happened here?
    Sera C.

    Cool location, great view, rooms need a face lift. The furniture has icky stains on them. The hallway has seen better days.

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    45$ a night for parking when I am a hotel guest is insane. What a rip off. Dishonest business.

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    DoubleTree by Hilton - Berkeley Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - DoubleTree by Hilton - Berkeley

    Do they have any suites available that sleep larger families?

    Does this hotel have central air or the noisy old air condition unit by the wall?

    They have the wall unit heater and air conditioner. For me it is white noise but it may differ according to individual tastes.

    Can you be 18 to book here?

    Yes, you can book and check in at 18

    Is parking free?

    No they offer both self parking and valet both at a charge.

    Those who stayed, I believe building 4 and enjoyed your stay... what room number were you in?

    I don't know which building we were but horrible

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    Review Highlights - DoubleTree by Hilton - Berkeley

    The rain paused for the evening so we were able to enjoy the view of Christmas light lined boats in the marina.

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    THE CITY CLUB BAR…read more John treated me ! Thanks Johnny boy!! I started with a Gin Martini 2 olives & a twist on ice ... Unfortunately the ice wasn't in cubes so the flavor was so watered down that I couldn't taste the gin at all...We then were served some great little warm breads with delicious butter YUM! The split mixed iceburg lettuce salad arrived which was a generous portion & well dressed with some notes of tarragon ..nice! John ordered the braised short rib & he subbed out the mashed potato/roquefort for the fried potato disks that came with the rib eye. Good spuds! My beef bourguignon had wonderful toothsome wide egg noodles but weirdly, chunks of green pepper & undercooked pearl onions? The beefy gravy was perfect on the pasta BUT the beef's texture was terrible.. mushy without a smidgen of bite! YUCK! When John had me taste his beef the resuts were much the same... too soft & textureless.. then the opposite...the pretty split carrot halves were too hard & undercooked on his plate to bring out their sweetness....I assume these 2 long cooked meats styles had been sitting for god knows how long I left most of the dinner to take home & see if I could repair the dish... (I'll probably eat the noodles and use the beef in a taco?). so my suggestion is to order the rack of lamb (if I return....which John had had & recommended) & stay away from long cooked items (except beans)

    An absolutely stunning venue for an intimate wedding. My husband and I had the pleasure of…read moreattending a wonderful ceremony and reception here. The outside space for a wedding ceremony is so beautifully designed with all the plants. The historic interior added such a timeless look to our friends' reception and we really enjoyed the food provided too. Would definitely recommend as a venue!

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    Hotel Shattuck Plaza

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    ​This is the ultimate Bay Area "pro-tip." It's located right by the BART station and offers much…read morenicer, more spacious rooms than you'll find in San Francisco for half the cost. ​The Vibe: Vibrant but homey a great escape from the city noise. ​The Service: The staff is incredibly friendly. Shoutout to Nora for the stellar dining recommendations and for checking in to make sure my stay was perfect. ​I don't mind the 25-minute BART ride at all when the value is this good. My new go-to spot!

    I booked the Shattuck Suite directly through the Hotel Shattuck Plaza website because of the…read morespecific amenities shown in the listing photos, especially the 1.5 bathrooms and dual-sink layout. Those details were a major reason I chose to pay for that particular suite. When I arrived, I was informed the suite had been oversold and I was placed into a different suite that did not match the room I reserved or the amenities advertised online. To be fair, I tried to stay understanding and keep a positive attitude during the stay. At checkout, I was told management would work with me to make things right and that I should follow up with the General Manager. Unfortunately, after four emails, multiple follow-up attempts, and two weeks of waiting, I have received no meaningful response from management. Mistakes can happen in hospitality, but ignoring a guest after promising a resolution is disappointing, especially when a premium room was booked specifically for its advertised features. I'm leaving this review mainly because the lack of communication and accountability after the stay has been far more frustrating than the original issue itself.

    Nash Hotel Berkeley - Garbage everywhere, horrible  smell

    Nash Hotel Berkeley

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    I booked this place last minute for Cal Day at UC Berkeley, so reasonably priced options were…read morelimited. Given that, I felt it delivered exactly what I needed. For those leaving negative reviews, this is a case of getting what you pay for. The biggest plus was the location, an easy walk to campus. The staff were also very accommodating, allowing me to check in early and holding my luggage for a few hours after checkout, which made a big difference. That said, it's more of a hostel-style setup. My room had a shared bathroom, the water pressure was weak, and the mini fridge was noisy enough to keep me up at night. The walls are also quite thin, so you can hear neighboring rooms. Would I stay here again? Yes, mainly for the convenience. Next time, I'd just plan ahead and book a room with a private bathroom.

    i booked this place last minute. i filled out the form and said id be there at 12. upon arrival the…read moreman said i was lucky my room was clean. during my stay the shower head was broken and i could not take a shower. random hairs were all over the shower and room(not mine because these hairs were extremely long. i called and asked for atleast a partial refund and the same man got extremely angry. he claimed i broke the towel holder (first time in history he's seen anyone do that according to him). apparently i broke the toilet as well among other items. i asked for a higher up when he claimed he was just a manager and he said no then hung up. more importantly they barred access to the fire escape! im extremely upset about the unprofessionalism. i'm currently on the phone with the fire department and many more phone calls will be made. edit: the "manager" turned out to be the owner. over the phone he told me to turn around from my 7 hour drive home to talk in person with a smug tone thinking i wouldn't do it. i came back and as soon as he saw me he got aggressive yelled, and acted like he was about to hit me. he claimed i personally installed the broken plastic shower head (i was here 1 night and didn't even get the chance to take a shower because of the condition of the shower) and got rid of his steel shower head i asked to see the damage he claimed i did to the room and also to let me take pictures of the fire code violations for my report. he also yelled at me because i left my room at 11:02 and not 11:00 and according to him this was an extremely huge problem for his empty business. also made a huge deal about me checking in at 12 and not 3 (check reservation pics below) he threatened to add charges to my card, cussed me out and told me to leave. not to mention i just noticed rashes on my body. upon checking in there was mattresses leaned against the lobby (didn't take pics) which leads me to believe there's some kind of bed bug problem. spend a few extra bucks and stay at an airbnb or ANY other hotel. the restaurant next door seems to be operated by him as well. i can see why both businesses were empty throughout my entire stay.

    Downtown Berkeley Inn - Worn out furniture

    Downtown Berkeley Inn

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    Downtown Berkeley

    This place is honestly gross. You know how you walk into some hotel rooms & just smile knowing how…read morecomfy and relaxing the stay will be? This is not that hotel. Had to check the entire room and all thru the beds just to sit down. Will NOT be walking barefoot on this carpet. No fitted sheets. Gross worn out tub. Stains all over furniture carpet etc. Idk if this is a college party spot or what but very disappointing to walk into. Woman who checked us in was nice. Terrible parking.

    You get what you pay for? This was the least expensive hotel and I decided to give it a shot…read more First, it's a motel. Second, it's old, musty, and third there are literally no amenities other than the basics (bed, bathroom, towels, linens, coffee, blow dryer, tv and shampoo/soap. Several things that made me realize I won't stay here again...outside of the fact that I haven't stayed in a motel since I was a poor college student. I woke up with a sore throat (with my allergies that usually indicates some kind of mold spores), I also had a very bad headache.. more than anything normal, no ice machine (even though I can drink tap water, I really like it cold), and the bed platform stuck out so I dinged my legs a couple of times. I think if you are looking for a deal, with a place to lay your head at night, a good location, don't mind a musty smell, bad air, and are ok with tap water to drink this will work for you. Oh and they had free parking which is a premium if you have a car here. While the location is really great, I'll be sure to spend the extra to stay in a hotel with amenities and good air.

    Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area - Guest Room

    Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

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    I stayed here with the fam for the annual family reunion in the Bay area. This is a great option…read moreif you're in area. Front Desk/Booking: My reservation was booked through a 3rd party portal this trip as I was using points to pay for this one. No issues and once I notified the front desk attendant I was a World of Hyatt Member she gave me all the perks without hesitation. (Daily bottled waters, late check out options, etc) The lobby is very spacious that can easily hold 100 people with modern contemporary decor Room: The room was clean and the furniture was new and in great working order. The TVs were modern and all channels were there. The bathroom was spotless and housekeeping team were very friendly. Amenities: The gym on the first floor by the lobby was great. Medium sized with dumbbells for free weights, a multi-purpose cable pull machine and plenty of cardio options. All the equipment was new and the gym was clean. The morning breakfast in the lobby was great. The warm food options of eggs and sausage were my favorite along with oatmeal. Shout out to the fresh coffee and hot tea selection Location: This is where this property really shines. Located right off the freeway makes it very convenient. It's at the end of bay street which is a mixed-use shopping, dining, and entertainment complex situated along Shellmound street. Located right outside the main entrance, it's a quick walk to great dining and shopping options. Overall, I would definitely stay here again if I'm in the area. Safe Travels!

    Came here for a conference and it included a breakfast provided by the hotel. The food was great,…read morequite a breakfast spread that included fresh fruit cups, yogurt, oatmeal, sausage, scrambled and hard boiled eggs, topping included: raisins, cranberries, sliced almonds, pecans, shredded coconut, etc... The conference room was spacious and comfortable. We used the wall mounted screens to attach our laptops and project out and discuss our work. The staff were helpful, friendly and responsive. The bathrooms were a short walk from the conference room and were clean when we needed it. This was my first time visiting this hotel, for what we did it was good. I'd suggest coming here for a day long conference and perhaps a place to stay if you're visiting the Bay Area!

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