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Graduate Berkeley

4.0 star property
Upscale historic hotel, walk to University of California, Berkeley

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Graduate Berkeley

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
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Overview of Graduate Berkeley

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • GymGymGym
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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2600 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94704
  • Popular LocationUniversity of California, Berkeley1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMemorial Stadium10 min walk
  • Popular LocationGreek Theater11 min walk
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)20 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Executive Queen)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Executive Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Queen)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 9.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate King)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate Double-Double)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate Double-Double)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate Executive Double-Double)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate Executive Double-Double)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Berkeley

Graduate Berkeley puts you in the heart of Berkeley, within just a 10-minute stroll of University of California, Berkeley and Zellerbach Playhouse. Highlights at this historic hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Henry's Bar & Restaurant, serves Regional cuisine and is open for dinner. 2088 square feet (194 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Berkeley hotel include Memorial Stadium and Greek Theater.

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 1 min walk
  • Memorial Stadium - 10 min walk
  • Greek Theater - 11 min walk
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 14 min walk
  • Gourmet Ghetto - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 8 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station - 15 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caffe Strada - 3 min walk
  • Top Dog - 1 min walk
  • Feng CHA Teahouse 奉茶 - 1 min walk
  • Super Duper Burgers - 2 min walk
  • Tap Haus - 2 min walk

About this property

Graduate Berkeley

Upscale historic hotel, 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. Graduate Berkeley offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles. Event space at this hotel measures 2088 square feet (194 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Graduate Berkeley also features multilingual staff, a television in common area, and a lift. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Berkeley hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 144 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2088 sq ft of conference space
  • 194 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1928
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Graduate Berkeley offers 144 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

This Berkeley hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 37 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM–1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5–15 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Henry's Bar & Restaurant
  • Poindexter Coffee

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,088 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Built in 1928
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 28.25 per accommodation, per night.
  • A damage deposit of USD 40 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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: from approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 37.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Durant Berkeley
Durant Hotel
Graduate Berkeley Hotel
Hotel Durant Berkeley
Durant Hotel Berkeley
Graduate Berkeley (Formerly Hotel Durant)
Hotel Durant
Graduate Berkeley Hotel
Graduate Berkeley Berkeley
Graduate Berkeley Hotel Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Graduate Berkeley?

Graduate Berkeley offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate Berkeley?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate Berkeley on 5 May 2024 start from AU$298.04, 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 Graduate Berkeley?

Yep, Graduate Berkeley has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 37.00 per night.

What makes Graduate Berkeley a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Graduate Berkeley.

Does Graduate Berkeley serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Graduate Berkeley?

No, Graduate Berkeley does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Graduate Berkeley?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Graduate Berkeley's onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Graduate Berkeley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Graduate Berkeley?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate Berkeley, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

Graduate Berkeley Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1005 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

J.R.

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the quality of the restaurant. I dislike the resort fees ,especially considering rhat Berkeley is not a resort city. Just a money grab.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Fun, convenient hotel close to everything in Downtown Berkeley
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Yu, Sugarland

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1920’s style for the win
We were in town for new year’s eve and the hotel was perfectly located near the theater we needed to get to. Safe neighborhood, but I could see it being a bit busier and noisier when school is in session. Gorgeous old hotel that’s been thoughtfully renovated over the years. Decent bar and cafe. The free welcome drinks were a nice touch.
A view of the UC Berkeley campanile from our third floor room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Anjuli

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a spider problem in our room. The spaces were teeeeny tiny and rooms have hardwood floor and no tub. Not baby or young family friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lipstick on a pig
Hotel is pretty rickety. Hallways creak and smell. Housekeeping carts left unattended outside of tiny elevator. Kitschy design does not make up for the old building.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Dale

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Song

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023