HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS BERKELEY BY IHG, Berkeley – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Holiday Inn Express Berkeley offers 70 air-conditioned rooms, including king and queen bed options, mini-suites with seating areas, and a 1-bedroom suite for up to 6 guests. All rooms feature triple-sheeted bedding, soft and firm pillows, 37-inch flat-screen TVs with HBO, microwaves, refrigerators, and free WiFi. ADA-compliant rooms include roll-in showers, hearing-impaired features, and wheelchair accessibility.
Dining & Breakfast
Guests enjoy a complimentary Express Start Breakfast Bar with cinnamon rolls, biscuits, fresh fruit, and coffee. Nearby, Berkeley's Gourmet District includes La Bedaine for French pastries, The Cheese Board for vegetarian pizza, and Koja Kitchen for Korean-Japanese fusion. Staff can recommend local favorites like IPPUDO for ramen or Eureka for burgers and live music.
Fitness & Business
The hotel has a fitness center with a treadmill, stationary bike, and elliptical machine. Business travelers can use the free Business Center for printing, copying, and scanning, plus an on-site meeting room. High-speed WiFi is available throughout the property.
Location & Access
Located off Interstate 80, the hotel is a 10-minute drive from UC Berkeley and 30 km from Oakland International Airport. Nearby attractions include McLaughlin Eastshore State Park (1.5 km) and Fourth Street Shops (1 km). Complimentary self-parking is provided.
Accessibility & Services
The hotel meets ADA standards with wheelchair-accessible routes, Braille signage, and rooms equipped for hearing and mobility needs. Service animals are welcome. Daily housekeeping, free local calls, and a 24-hour front desk are available.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Internet access
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Dryer
Services
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Business
- Business centre
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
My stay at the hotel was comfortable and convenient. The rooms were clean and cozy, although a bit smaller than expected. The service was below par, with unhelpful staff struggling to resolve issues. The location, though a bit sketchy, was ideal for accessing nearby venues. The dining experience offered good variety and warm dishes. Overall, a decent stay but could use some improvements.
My stay at the Holiday Inn Express was quite satisfying overall. The rooms were clean and well-equipped, although a bit noisy at times, and the hot tub needed better maintenance. The property's location was convenient for my needs, but the surrounding area seemed a bit rundown. The service was professional and courteous, although I encountered a slight issue that was promptly addressed. Dining options were acceptable but generated excessive waste. Despite some drawbacks, the hotel offered good value for the price.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of experiences. The room was adequate for a quick weekend stay, but some basic supplies and cleaning supplies were lacking. The service was a bit lacking, although they were very accommodating when we wanted to extend our stay. The location, although in a somewhat sketchy neighborhood, was convenient for our visit to Cal Berkeley. The dining options were pretty good, with a nice variety on offer. Overall, it was an acceptable experience with some areas needing improvement.