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Sather Berkeley - Surestay Collection By Best Western, Berkeley

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About the Hotel

1820 University Ave, Berkeley, California, United States, 94703

Sather Berkeley - Surestay Collection By Best Western offers convenient access to the nearby University of California and features complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi. This 2-star Berkeley hotel includes family rooms and various accessibility options.

Rooms & Amenities

Each guest room at Sather Berkeley includes air conditioning, a refrigerator, a microwave, and an HDTV with premium cable channels. Bathrooms are equipped with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, ensuring basic comforts.

Dining & Nearby Options

Guests can enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast served daily in the lobby. Nearby dining options include Rojbas Grill at 0.5 miles, Comal at 0.5 miles, and multiple other restaurants offering international cuisine within walking distance.

Services & Family-Friendly Features

Sather Berkeley features free limited parking and is designed to accommodate guests with disabilities, providing accessible rooms and routes throughout the hotel. The property is suitable for families, as children 17 and younger stay free when sharing existing bedding.

Location & Transportation

Situated in the heart of East Bay, Sather Berkeley is within a 10-minute walk from Downtown Berkeley and a 5-minute drive from the Greek Theater. Public transportation options include the Downtown Berkeley BART Station and various bus stops within close proximity, enabling easy travel across the area.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Room Non-Smoking
Max:
2 persons
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
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King Room Couch Non-Smoking
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2 persons
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
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Queen Room Two Queen Beds Love Seat Non-Smoking
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2 persons
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2 King Size Beds
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Berkeley200 m
Airports
Oakland International (OAK) 23.3 km
Buchanan Field (CCR) 34.8 km
Train
Berkeley 2.3 km
Train100 m
Bus
Bus stop600 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

1820 University Ave, Berkeley, California, United States, 94703
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1820 University Ave, Berkeley, California, United States, 94703
Nearby
Market
Saturday Downtown Berkeley Farmers' Market
570 m
Park
Berkeley Fire Trails
570 m
1551 University Ave
Istanbul Rug
550 m
Park
Martin Luther King Jr. Civic Center Park
570 m
Restaurants
Nation's Giant
100 m
1800 University Ave
Udupi Palace
140 m
1903 University Avenue
Rojbas Grill
150 m
1901 University Ave Across from Trader Joe's
Kobani Mediterranean Grill
150 m
1901 University Ave
El Burro Picante
380 m
2021 University Ave
Imm Thai Street Food
470 m
2068 University Avenue
Jazz Caffe
630 m
2087 Addison St
Seasons of Japan
170 m
2122 Shattuck Ave
Thai Noodle
710 m
1936 Shattuck Ave
Gelateria Naia
280 m
2106 Shattuck Ave
Bangkok Noodles & Thai BBQ
620 m
1958 Shattuck Ave
The Flying Falafel
160 m
2114 Shattuck Ave
McDonald's
550 m
1998 Shattuck Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
66%
liked the hotel and would stay again
convenient location
quiet at night
noise from parking lot
limited dining options
6.6/10
Nice
Rooms
6.7
Location
7.7
Service
7.7
Dining
5.3
Guest reviews
6.6/10
based on 3 reviews
7.4
7.4/10 based on 687 reviews
Pete
United States, February  2024
6.4/10

The motel offers a mixed experience with limited amenities and some cleanliness issues in the rooms, but the service is excellent. The location is convenient for exploring downtown Berkeley and attending local attractions. Dining options are limited, but the facilities are well-organized.

Rooms
5.0
The room was small and dark with noticeable grease stains and a broken flushing mechanism, but surprisingly spacious with a couch.
Service
9.0
The staff was kind, helpful, and welcoming, making the check-in process fast and efficient.
Location
8.0
The location is perfect for exploring downtown Berkeley without needing to drive and is walkable to nearby attractions. However, the surrounding area feels a bit shady despite the motel being well-managed.
Dining
5.0
The dining options are limited, offering primarily American-inspired dishes.
Facilities
6.0
The motel's facilities are minimal but well-organized.
Charlie
United States, September  2023
6.8/10

My stay was pleasant overall, with spacious and comfortable rooms. The service was a bit lacking in communication and friendliness. The location was convenient for local attractions but noisy at times. The dining options were limited but decent.

Rooms
8.0
The room was large, comfortable, tasteful, and quiet, although it felt a little crowded. There were some cleanliness issues like grease stains on the duvet and a broken toilet flushing mechanism.
Service
7.0
The service was not very friendly and lacked communication about holds on the card, but overall the staff were caring, attentive, and ran the motel efficiently.
Location
6.0
The location was convenient, especially for visiting the UC Theater and Freight & Salvage without having to drive. However, it was noisy due to traffic and ongoing work in the area.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were limited, mainly consisting of packaged pastries, yogurt, and cereals. It was sufficient but not exceptional.
Facilities
7.0
Basic facilities were available, nothing stood out as exceptional but served the purpose for a short stay.
convenient location
noise from parking lot
Irving
United States, August  2023
6.8/10

The hotel is conveniently located near downtown and UC Berkeley, making it ideal for business trips or weekends in the Bay Area. While the rooms have a fresh and clean smell, they are on the smaller side and come at a higher cost considering the limited amenities provided. The service was friendly and accommodating, despite a few communication hiccups regarding incidental charges. The location's convenience near restaurants, Trader Joe's, and entertainment venues compensates for the reputation of high prices in the Bay Area.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, though smaller than expected, had a fresh and clean smell. They were well-equipped with a microwave, mini-fridge with a separate freezer, and a large television.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and accommodating, although there was a misunderstanding about incidental charges.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location near downtown and UC Berkeley was very convenient, with Trader Joe's across the street and many nice restaurants nearby.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience, although basic and limited, was complimentary. Improvement could enhance the overall experience.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel lacks a breakfast room but offers basic dining options available at the reception. The facilities may need some improvements, especially considering the price range.
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