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Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

2.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to University of California, Berkeley
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Exterior
Hallway
Balcony
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The price is AU$317
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94709
  • Gourmet Ghetto
    1 min walk
  • Chez Panisse
    1 min walk
  • Downtown Berkeley Station
    12 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    29 min drive

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 193.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 157.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 236 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (1003)
The price is AU$249
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

About the area

Berkeley

At Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of University of California, Berkeley and within 15 minutes of Berkeley Repertory Theater. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this North Berkeley hotel include San Francisco Bay and Jack London Square.

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 5 min walk
  • Berkeley Repertory Theater - 13 min walk
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 13 min walk
  • Greek Theater - 3 min drive
  • Berkeley Marina - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 6 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station - 12 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marugame Udon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cheese Board Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Triple Rock Brewery & Ale House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafenated Coffee Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪U :Dessert Story - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to University of California, Berkeley
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley.
  • 1 building
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1906
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • Dining venue
Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary dressing gowns. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Berkeley hotel provides 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, Filipino, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 2.25 to 8.75 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 2.25 to 8.75 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a security system and window guards
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

As of 19 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley on 11 Jan 2025 start from AU$316.75, 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.

Does Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

No, Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 382 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 382 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 382 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 382 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 382 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect location, cute and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely little hotel above cafe
Conveniently located to Chez Panisse (across the street). We had a nice stay for one night. Staff was very friendly. Room was mostly nice and clean but it looks like they forgot to mop the bathroom floor. There were dirty shoe prints all over but the rest of the room and bathroom was clean. We would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

candis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly and helpful. There is some construction going on currently.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy and interesting 15 minute walk to heart if downtown. Nice shops and cafes nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

M

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was surprised at how nice this place was, and the surrounding area. The store next to the place is also amazing, we bought stuff and made dinner in our room!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, like the balcony for morning coffee (complimentary!)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very cute little hotel in berkely, a bit far from the Greek, but its a good walk. Parking is well lit, but shared with a supermarket. Perfect for that short weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

10/10 Excellent

Edward, Berkeley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Peter, Clifton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the area. Love the cafe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tari

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

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
Great stay at this hotel, it had everything I needed and appreciated the coffee in the morning. The bed was a bit firm, but it was okay. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sven, Burbank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We‘ll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine, San Francisco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would have given Sens across the board an excellent rating but the screen door opening to the small outdoor eating area had several holes. This allowed a few insects to fly into our room. I consider it a minor annoyance and would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sens Hotel and Bistro was a charming and comfortable place to stay for several days while I attended to personal business. The room itself was attractive and well-appointed. There were many toiletries available for the forgetful. The bed was very comfortable and there were lights and plugs everywhere I needed them to be. The staff was friendly and helpful. I will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

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

8/10 Good

marina, bellevue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Small hotel, well maintained, upgraded rooms. Great location in the ‘Gourmet Ghetto’ area of Berkeley. We would definitely choose this hotel again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Janna, Vashon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older vibe in the hallway and some fit and finish issues in the room (unglued bits of the closet door), and no lobby it’s a coffee shop were the three somewhat off putting elements. But the room itself was very clean and they provided extra amenities in the room that were unexpectedly nice, like an electric teapot with tea and hot chocolate, a robe and slippers, and a toiletries kit in the bathroom. The staff was also exceptionally nice and totally available to both let me in to the (coffee shop / hotel) front door after hours and to check me out very early in the morning. It was also a convenient location within 10-15 minutes easy walking distance of the Downtown Berkeley BART station. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024