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About the Hotel

1620 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, California, United States, 94702-1318

Rooms & Amenities

Golden Bear Hotel - Surestay Collection By Best Western offers rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, microwaves, coffee machines, and desks. Some rooms include soundproofing and tea/coffee makers. All rooms have private bathrooms with showers and hairdryers.

Dining Nearby

Mountain Mike's Pizza is a short walk from the hotel, serving meals for guests. Other dining options in the area include local favorites like Berkeley's Secret Garden and Huckleberry Botanic Preserve.

Leisure & Attractions

Nearby attractions include the Berkeley Art Museum, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Tilden Park Golf Course, and the Berkeley History Center. Guests can also visit Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Jack London Square, and AT&T Park. The hotel is 4 miles from the University of California, Berkeley.

Location & Transport

The hotel is located at 1620 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley. It is a short drive from Oakland International Airport and San Francisco International Airport. The Berkeley Amtrak Station and BART are steps away, providing easy access to public transport.

Services & Convenience

Guests have access to free local telephone calls, premium cable channels, and voicemail. The hotel is near Zen Day Spa (0.5 km) and Shibumi Gallery (0.5 km). Public transportation options allow for convenient sightseeing.

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Single Room
Max:
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
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1 Single bed
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King Room
Max:
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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1 King-size bed
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Queen Room Two Queen Beds
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2 persons
325 sq. feet 
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
Berkeley 1.2 mi
Airports
Oakland International (OAK) 16.6 mi
Buchanan Field (CCR) 22.7 mi
Train
Berkeley3300 ft
Train400 ft
Bus
Bus stop 1.3 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Exterior corridors
  • Multilingual staff

Guest Parking

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

Services

  • Dry cleaning
  • Hearing impaired services

Dining

  • Free breakfast

Business

  • Business centre

Room features

  • In-room safe
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable/ Satellite television
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Location

1620 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, California, United States, 94702-1318
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1620 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, California, United States, 94702-1318
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Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
78%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Convenient location
Responsive service
Loud rooms
Modest dining options
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
7.0
Location
7.7
Service
7.3
Dining
6.3
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 3 reviews
8.4
8.4/10 based on 174 reviews
David
United States, March  2024
6.6/10

My stay at the hotel was interesting. The room was spacious, with convenient features like built-in storage, but the cleanliness left much to be desired, and the smell was unpleasant. The location was decent, although not the nicest area in Berkeley.

Rooms
7.0
The room was very spacious by modern standards and had some unique features like built-in storage.
Service
8.0
The service, from the cleaning lady to the receptionists, was polite and efficient, attending to my family's needs promptly.
Location
6.0
The hotel is located in a mixed area of the city, making it a touch out of downtown but still accessible.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were limited, with basic offerings like hot beverages and some cereals.
Facilities
The hotel offered basic amenities like hot beverages and cereals for breakfast but lacked variety in dining options.
James
United States, January  2024
8.0/10

I must say my stay was a pleasant surprise. The rooms were surprisingly large for this type of property with nice hardwood floors, clean, and very comfortable, although there was a slight odor of cleaning material. The charm of the room added to the overall experience, making it cozy and inviting.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were surprisingly large and had charm. They were nice, with hard wood floors, clean and comfortable, although there was a slight odor of cleaning material.
Service
7.0
The service was exceptional. The staff acted like they genuinely cared about their guests, offering great help in finding suitable stores and places to eat in the area. However, some instances of rudeness were noted, but overall they had cleaned it up quickly.
Location
9.0
The location was ideal for my needs, located conveniently close to BART and on a major bus line. It was in a nice suburb with easy access to Berkeley, Albany, and nearby cafes and bakeries. However, the area seemed a bit scary at night.
Dining
8.0
The dining options exceeded my expectations. The complimentary offerings, including hot water, coffee, tea, juices, milk, cereals, and granola bars, were a nice touch.
Facilities
8.0
I found the facilities to be adequate and well-maintained, offering comfort and convenience during my stay.
Erin
United States, July  2023
6.4/10

The hotel has a convenient location close to various city bus lines and is good enough for our needs. The rooms offer the basics but lack any special features; unfortunately, they are loud with poor insulation. The service was apologetic and accommodating, with efforts to address issues promptly. The dining options include a modest selection for breakfast. Some aspects could be improved, but the location is outstanding for accessibility.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms have all the basics but lack any special features. They are also loud due to poor insulation.
Service
7.0
The service was apologetic and responsive, showing a willingness to address concerns promptly.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is outstanding for our needs with convenient access to various city bus lines.
Dining
6.0
The breakfast options are modest, offering limited choices.
Facilities
5.0
Convenient location
Loud rooms
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