Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Takara Sake

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Reception
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Point of interest
Point of interest
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Explore the area

Map
1175 University Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94702
  • Berkeley Marina
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • University of California, Berkeley
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Jack London Square
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Berkeley

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG places you in the centre of Berkeley, within a 30-minute stroll of Takara Sake and University of California, Berkeley. Highlights at this hotel include free weekend breakfast, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Northwest Berkeley hotel include Jack London Square and Lawrence Hall of Science.

What's nearby

  • Berkeley Marina - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Greek Theater - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Jack London Square - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Pier 39 - 19 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 12 min walk
  • North Berkeley Station - 13 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Acme Bread Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rainbow Donuts - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casa Latina Bakery - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Takara Sake
Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business centre. Free breakfast is served daily. A 24-hour fitness centre, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG was completed in March 2025.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Berkeley hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG offers 72 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Free cot
  • 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 centre

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

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-authorise 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG?

As of 12 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG on 16 Mar 2025 start from AU$294.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG is Baker Beach (19.2 km).

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors are hooked on the free buffet brekkie here! Available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 581 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk people were great and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking. Great location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The remodel! 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Urvi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michael, Seattle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless despite ongoing renovation, which never got in our way. Location good, breakfast good, staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Actually, the breakfast was very good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was OK that part of Berkeley, just not a great fan of
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The modern clean decor, easy parking and pleasant staff made for a pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Neat And clean with breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast that was included was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

German

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms
Great location and clean rooms comfortable beds and clean bathroom just the parking spots are small and the other people don’t respect the space taking almost 2 spots but the hotel is clean and looks like they been doing improvements
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tamara

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good service during renovation
The facility is being renovated. Staff was very helpful. Good recommendations for restaurants nearby. Good selection for breakfast buffet. Overall good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ann, Fair Oaks

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was spotless and staff are very nice and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free Parking, Free Breakfast, walking distance to convenience stores, bars, and restaurants. Staff was friendly, they actually gave me an upgrade to a better room at no extra cost because it was available so I appreciated that.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antoin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely recommend!
Very happy with this hotel, even during renovations everything was clean and quiet. Breakfast was good. Only wish there was a fan in the restroom to help after showers. Staff was very polite, will book there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GREAT STAY AND LOCATION!
Great stay once again! Yana and crew were very professional and ensured we had a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024