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Berkeley City Club

2.5 star property
Berkeley's historic City Club offers a peaceful retreat from urban bustle, with a delicious breakfast to start the day before exploring nearby Tilden Regional Park.

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The Berkeley City Club balances historic charm with modern comfort. Guests enjoy a continental breakfast, unwind at the indoor pool, or explore the garden. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available, with staff ensuring a seamless stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • City view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • City view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Telegraph District, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, Berkeley City Club is near a metro station. Lombard Street and Alcatraz Island are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tilden Regional Park and San Francisco Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Oracle Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Berkeley travel guide
Map
2315 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94704

What's nearby

  • Greek Theater showing theater scenes
    University of California, Berkeley
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive featuring signage
    Historic Berkeley
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Telegraph Avenue featuring street scenes, outdoor art and a city
    Telegraph Avenue
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Greek Theater featuring theater scenes
    Greek Theater
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Zellerbach Playhouse
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station
    7 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station
    10 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chicha San Chen
    3 min walk
  • Super Duper Burgers
    4 min walk
  • Yogurt Park
    3 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    5 min walk
  • Cali’s Sports Bar & Kitchen
    4 min walk

About this property

Berkeley City Club

Historic boutique hotel near University of California, Berkeley
Located close to Greek Theater and Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley City Club provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. The on-site French cuisine restaurant, Julia's Restaurant, offers brunch, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Self-parking (surcharge), 2 meeting rooms and a 24-hour front desk
  • A water dispenser, free newspapers and a reception hall
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 41 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Julia's Restaurant
  • Morgans Lounge

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 available for USD 15.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: USD 41 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards

Property is also known as

Berkeley City Club Hotel
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Berkeley City Club Hotel Berkeley
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Frequently asked questions

Does Berkeley City Club have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Berkeley City Club pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Berkeley City Club?

Self-parking is available for USD 41 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Berkeley City Club?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Berkeley City Club?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Berkeley City Club located?

Located in Telegraph District, this historic hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of California, Berkeley and Greek Theater. Tilden Regional Park and San Francisco Bay are also within 9 mi (15 km). Downtown Berkeley Station is 10 minutes by foot and Ashby Station is 24 minutes.

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Reviews

Berkeley City Club Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 704 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 704 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 704 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 704 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 704 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bjorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous historic property just steps from bars, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our first time staying in this beautiful and historic building.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a historic beautiful hotel. Rooms were clean and bright. Staff was very friendly. The pool was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic and beautiful. Bed was soft and everything clean. Can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic hotel. Great architecture. Good breakfast. Small bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

JANET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Building is gorgeous! Great location However our room was tiny, bathroom super old, bed small and uncomfortable very difficult to find a working outlet anywhere For almost $400 I’d expect more!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quinn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful staff, beautiful historic building maintained well, and such a beautiful pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic charm, many spaces to relax outside of the room, friendly service, outstanding buffet breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Berkeley City Club – A charming and historic boutique hotel with classic architecture and vintage elegance. The staff is warm and welcoming, the atmosphere is peaceful, and the breakfast is great. A memorable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous!!! Building has so much character!! I would choose this over any hotel no question!!! Staff was so friendly, rooms are beautiful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the history of this building and the quaint old feel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the historic charm!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tesla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely and original hotel! If you like character over commercial, this is the place for you! Beautiful art deco features, a friendly staff, a lovely bar and gorgeous complimentary breakfast beyond the normal fare, and sweet rooms with just enough space for all! Will definitely be booking again for all my return trips to the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, historic building, lovely staff, beautiful pool, clean, quiet, safe, friendly, helpful, nice breakfast, good restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic building in a good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. Spencer at the desk was great. Beautiful and historic property. Tasty Breakfast which was included.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you like looking at historic property this is the place. If you are looking for a quiet get away without distractions this is the place. You can hear the other showers on the other floors and the vacuums through the floors. The pool is ok, swimming at night is a bit spooky.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Easy to walk to Greek Theater, Interesting history, good food! Beautiful indoor pool only available for lap swimming, no free swim. The bar doesn’t open till 4 pm & closes early. Expedia room gives you the one by the elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and proximity to campus
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

EMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
so wonderful hotel. we ate dinner at restaurant in hotel that was so nice also every morning should be great breakfast!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A traditional and authentic experience that’s super convenient to UC Berkeley and surrounding areas. Clean and a great value and location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this beautiful, historic property. The architecture and the picturesque pool were worth the visit. Enjoyed the breakfast and friendly staff as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elegant and comfortable, beautiful, quiet, swimming nice, architecture amazing! Responsive staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully, but not overly, restored historic swim club. Staff was great, restaurant and bar were cozy, comfortable and historic. A good find in the area near UCBerkely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024