Budget Inn

2.0 star property

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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10621 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA, 94530
  • Place, Playland Not At The Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, McLaughlin Eastshore State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Albany State Marine Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

El Cerrito

Located in Richmond Annex, Budget Inn is within a 10-minute drive of popular attractions such as San Francisco Bay and University of California, Berkeley. This 29-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Playland Not At The Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • McLaughlin Eastshore State Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Upper Labyrinth - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Albany State Marine Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Point Isabel Regional Shoreline - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 6 min drive
  • El Cerrito Plaza Station - 20 min walk
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Halal King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wienerschnitzel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mugunghwa - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Banter Wine Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Budget Inn

Guests of Budget Inn have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Free long-distance calls, free local calls, and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Budget Inn Motel
Budget Inn El Cerrito
Budget Inn Motel El Cerrito

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Budget Inn?

Budget Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Budget Inn?

As of Mar 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Budget Inn on Mar 24, 2026 start from $88, 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.

What's there to see near Budget Inn?

This motel is situated in Richmond Annex, close to Greek Theater, Berkeley Marina, and Golden Gate Fields. You'll also find San Pablo Lytton Casino and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Budget Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Budget Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Budget Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Budget Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Budget Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Budget Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Budget Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Budget Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Budget Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Budget Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Budget Inn?

The closest major airport to Budget Inn is Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), which is 23.6 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is located 19.3 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Budget Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Budget Inn that offer a balcony.

Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 87 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alyss

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It wD a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eldo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Francisco

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel would not allow us to get checked in. We could not get a room and we were charged we showed the receipt the itinerary and the confirmation and still could not get a room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rena

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Sosa
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025