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Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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2600 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94704
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Stadium
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Greek Theater
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate, Campanile View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate, High Floor)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate, High Floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate, High Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Berkeley

Located in Telegraph District, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is adjacent to University of California, Berkeley and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Zellerbach Playhouse. This 144-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Telegraph Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Zellerbach Playhouse - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Memorial Stadium - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Greek Theater - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Downtown Berkeley Station - 16 min walk
  • Emeryville Station - 17 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe Strada - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Purplekow - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Top Dog - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Self parking is available for USD 40.00 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free use of bicycles, wedding services, and a TV in a common area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets ensure a restful night. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to noon for a fee: USD 5 to 15 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Henry's Bar & Restaurant

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,344 square feet of conference space
  • 2 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 spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1928
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 30.59 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 40 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Berkeley
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Hotel Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

This hotel is situated in Telegraph District within a short 13-minute walk of Greek Theater and also 7 minutes on foot from Zellerbach Playhouse. You'll also find Berkeley Marina and Fox Theater within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 40.00 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley include a casino at the property?

No, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic hotel include a pillowtop mattress and free Internet access along with a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

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

Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Henry's Bar & Restaurant.

Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley for a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

The closest major airport to Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 14.5 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), which is located 19.5 mi away (38-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley.

Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley.

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 521 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, very kind and helpful, the room was lovely, and the restaurant was wonderful. Great location, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute hotel, good food and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Charla

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is okay, I like the area more than the actual hotel. The ac in my room sounded like a spaceship coming in for landing, or at least how I imagine that might sound. It was annoying. But the staff was friendly and attentive. The elevator smelled unpleasant at one point, but they cleaned it up. The restaurant food was good. For parking, it was a challenge to get in and out of the spaces, but it’s nice that they offer parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff were excellent and absolutely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ruben

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The staff were great. Finding a cockroach crawling on your book was less great. This hotel definitely needs some updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jelena

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Over prced
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The room had some suspect stains on the walls and shower curtains. Housekeeping knocked on doors at 7am loudly and the a/c unit made a very loud pitched noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Near campus
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Les

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ewww place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Erin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The decor and location was good. But the mattress was terrible. Could not sleep. Had to move hotels after a one night of a 4 night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a bit older but great location if you’re going to a concert at the Greek theater. Close to campus with many restaurants around the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely helpful and the rooms were clean and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jill

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Let me start by saying the staff at this hotel is absolutely lovely. They are the best part of the hotel. The property itself is very old and has that old smell to it. The rooms are TINY (I had 2 double beds and it was tight). No idea how more than 1 person could stay in this room. The bathroom was so small, as was the sink and every time I used it water went all over the floor. There was no hot water in the shower both days I stayed there so expect a freezing cold shower. The hotel walls are paper thin. I could EVERYTHING the people next door did (could even hear them opening food wrappers). At one point I thought someone was in my room because of the noise. Nope, just paper thin walls with no soundproofing. If you stay here request the top floor so nobody is walking above you (wood floors). This was honestly one of the worst facilities I have ever stayed at in my life and I do a solid amount of traveling.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

margit

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
No hot water free parking $45 breakfast included $26. Super crowded with students. Mangal take a shower with the garden, knows the women want hot water too much money for two little Hilton should be ashamed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Amherst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

luke

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Parking was terrible. We have stayed at this location once before with no problem. The second visit was terrible. Apparently they blocked off the parking lots for football tailgate party. This left no parking. Parking on the street is nearly impossible. There is a garage 2 blocks away but because of the football game the cost 55.00 per night. Then took 30 minutes to get into front door from outside because it was packed with students there to party. This all fine if I would have been aware of it. Hotel gave no awareness when booking room. I will find another place to stay when in town to visit my son.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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