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Budget Inn

Property class: 2

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A bedroom with a bed, a television, a chair, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a mirror, a lamp, and a shower area with tiled walls and a window.
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Reviews

6.2 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
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Francisco Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a floral-patterned bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture above the bed.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a shower area.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a television, a chair, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a striped sofa, a bed with a floral bedspread, a small table, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

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 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from San Francisco Bay and within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Berkeley Marina. This 29-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Playland Not At The Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Albany Hill Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • McLaughlin Eastshore State Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • San Francisco Bay - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Upper Labyrinth - 3 min drive - 0.9 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

  • ‪Nation's Giant Hamburgers - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Halal King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Los Moles Hecho En Casa - ‬15 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 expect to find free WiFi and cable TV. Free long-distance calls, free local calls, and hair dryers 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

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 Nov 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Budget Inn on Nov 15, 2026 start from $92, 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 Berkeley Marina, San Pablo Lytton Casino, and Greek Theater. You'll also find San Francisco Bay and Tilden Regional Park 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

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 121 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It wD a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I spent two weeks here but WiFi was bad, staff was friendly loved them! Kitchenette was the best part! Loved everything! But WiFi connection Was unfortunately poor. They should just turn it off and not provide it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing was they didn't have a AC so it was kind of hot inside
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I liked everything but internet service. But overall my stay was 10/10 just WiFi was bad.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really appreciate..this is good place to sty i really enjoyed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were terrible. Tile rough. Leaky door. Ok sf would NOT stay again unless renovated
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old, not very good maintained units, no air conditioning. Beds are very old and extremely uncomfortable. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled like cigarette smoke, there was no AC, there room was hot and stuffy. There was mold on the
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
I liked everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No air-conditioning, WIFI doesn’t work, the sink drainage issue, furnitures broken… How could such a condition still in business and charging money?
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is Terrible, Dirty and need to be completely remodel. Looks like they rented for months to the same people. Restrooms are dirty, walls are dirty beds are Terrible. Smells bad at the moment you walk in the rooms. Not recommended at all. Really bad experience for me and my Family.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much a “get what you pay for” place but with friendly owners who do their best to accommodate. I stayed while they were getting brand new AC units and it got so hot in my room. I asked them if they have any type of portable fans & the manager gave me the one out of his office.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beaten down place, dirty bath room, towels and beds
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the way the amenities are described are all fake. Its a total scam, you'll be living in a walled slums.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Smelled like smoke, small and people above me made noise all the time. But staff is very nice and accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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2/10 Terrible

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
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nobody it was there for service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t even want to check in. This area isn’t safe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish to have 5 negative to describe the place NOT RECOMENDED the beds are unstable and lines dirty the mattress smaller than the box spring if you can call that.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty sheets, food on ceiling. Hair in towels. Towel rack is missing and there is no net on windows. Not well kept at all.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gave us grief about our age, refused to look at the reservation until we were interrogated, had to beg the front desk man to let us have the room we booked. Ended up staying somewhere else. Don’t waste your time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025