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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a digital screen, and a map on the wall.
A modern office space with a desk, computer, and a yellow armchair.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a lamp.
A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, each with a covered dish and a serving spoon.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is $156
$135 nightly
$156 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

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1175 University Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94702
  • Place, San Francisco Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Berkeley Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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A coffee maker with the brand name 'KEURIG' on it.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible in the background.

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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A coffee maker with the brand name 'KEURIG' on it.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(83 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A coffee maker with the brand name 'KEURIG' on it.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bedside table with a phone.

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchen area with a microwave.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Berkeley

In the heart of Berkeley, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG is within a 5-minute drive of Takara Sake and University of California, Berkeley. .This hotel is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Lawrence Hall of Science and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Jack London Square.

What's nearby

  • Historic Berkeley - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • San Francisco Bay - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • University of California, Berkeley - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Berkeley Marina - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 12 min walk
  • North Berkeley Station - 13 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steamworks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Acme Bread Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Mission - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG offers 72 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 72 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional amenities at this hotel include a television in a common area and a vending machine.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property - March 2025

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Berkeley
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Berkeley

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 660 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and quiet, staff were helpful, friendly and easy to engage, breakfast was very reasonable and helpful, and parking was excellent regarding availability and ease of access. Have stayed here previously and enjoy the consistently very good services and quality.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a blessed stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, comfortable, and in a convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is clean and convenient . Staff was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy staying here. I travel frequently for work and spend about a week here each month. The property is consistently clean, feels safe, and the staff is always friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, breakfast is ok , close to restaurants and UC Berkeley
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located , easy to get to and the staff was professional and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful hotel. Super clean, bed was so comfy, breakfast was delicious, staff was super friendly. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and Great staff. Beds comfortable and clean! Free available parking (and any parking in Berkeley is tricky sometimes) Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property! Easy walk to great restaurants. Great beds and pillows! Fresh warm cookies were icing on the cake. Staff was warm and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast, location, clean, free parking
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Super helpful people in the front desk and breakfast was delicious
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great place to stay close to UC Berkeley
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5/5 everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, decent breakfast and workout room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and professional, hotel was well maintained and it’s located was ideal for my trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good breakfaat
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is great. Staff is very friendly. Great breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Good for Cal fams like us who need a local place where you can just rest and recharge - especially when everything else is booked out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. The WiFi is seriously slow.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Free parking, daily room cleaning, convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have enjoyed staying at this Berkeley Holiday inn Express quite a few times. The staff is always professional and friendly, the premises are always immaculate and safe, and the breakfast is fresh and varied and delicious. I highly recommend it, and will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026