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Check in was quick and great, Tia was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was walking distance to the Greek Theater as advertised. Clean and cute room with fun amenities.

Wow, this was an old hotel. However, it was clean. The bed was comfortable. The male that checked us in during our late arrival was very friendly and had a great smile. I had one of the best steaks ever in their restaurant for dinner. The waffle fries were too spicy and it didn't mention that on the menu. If anyone reading this ever gets the chance to stay at the Graduate in Cincinnati Ohio, do so, that is the best one for decor and stuff offered. I didn't care as much for the decor in this hotel. I don't think Berkeley has as much to offer for a decor option. But I get why they have one there.

Nice place, great location, good rooms, but horrible showers. Frequently and randomly swinging in temperature between cold and scalding, shouting-obscenities-level hot.

The rooms have been beautifully redecorated. Parking at the Hotel is very easy and so convenient. Loved the hot water kettles in the room - and the water provided. Very comfortable and so clean. Can’t wait to return. Staff knowledgeable and welcoming

Great location for walking around. The hotel theme is fun and staff if very helpful and friendly.

Very convenient for parents visiting their children at UC Berkeley

Not great especially for the price. There's quite a list of problems with the room but options in the East Bay are limited.

Location ideal for visiting Berkeley. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Quirky, definitely Berkeley. Thin walls. Room smelled of fresh bread in the morning from bakery below.

The location was good. No ice machine and only one elevator

Elevators took forever and the hot water pulsed in and out

Really uncomfortable bed. Shower head was really low (maybe 5’6”) and water temp was very irregular. Location is great for UCB, and avacado toast was tasty. My wife had a glass of wine and said it wasn’t good fwiw.

Location near campus was very walkable. Restaurant & bar had limited & unpredictable hours. Breakfast menu limited. Great bartender on Friday night.

Nice small boutique hotel walking distance from campus.

The hotel is older, walls were thin. The staff, were great! Good location to where I needed to be and no issues. I would stay there again.

great overall. Love the environment and the decor. Defintely recommended

Durant Ave Berkeley CA

Hotel highlights

  • Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
  • Onsite dining
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free bike rentals

Graduate Berkeley places you next to University of California, Berkeley and within a 10-minute stroll 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.


Dining

Enjoy a bite to eat at Henrys Restaurant and Bar, the hotel's onsite restaurant. You can get a quick energy boost at the coffee shop/cafe. For your convenience, a cooked-to-order breakfast is served for a fee each morning from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.


Rooms

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.


Property features

Graduate Berkeley features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Self parking is available for USD 37.00 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 historic hotel include free use of bicycles, a TV in a common area, and wedding services.

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate King)

1 King Bed | Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Queen)

1 Queen Bed | Sleeps 2

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Executive Queen)

1 Queen Bed | Sleeps 2

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

2 Double Beds | Sleeps 4

Guest reviews for Graduate Berkeley

Everyone (19) Couples (3) Family (5)
5
Partner Couples

Check in was quick and great, Tia was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was walking distance to the Greek Theater as advertised. Clean and cute room with fun amenities.

By on Aug 25, 2023

Review comment responded on Aug 29, 2023

Hi Samantha,Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I'm happy to hear that Tia provided such great service and I'm happy we were able to provide a clean and cute room for your stay. Thank you for staying with us and we hope to welcome you back in the future.

5
Family

Wow, this was an old hotel. However, it was clean. The bed was comfortable. The male that checked us in during our late arrival was very friendly and had a great smile. I had one of the best steaks ever in their restaurant for dinner. The waffle fries were too spicy and it didn't mention that on the menu. If anyone reading this ever gets the chance to stay at the Graduate in Cincinnati Ohio, do so, that is the best one for decor and stuff offered. I didn't care as much for the decor in this hotel. I don't think Berkeley has as much to offer for a decor option. But I get why they have one there.

By on Jun 23, 2023

Review comment responded on Jun 23, 2023

Thank you so much for the review, I'm so glad you had a 5 out of 5 stay! Don't be a stranger, come back again soon.

3
Everyone

Nice place, great location, good rooms, but horrible showers. Frequently and randomly swinging in temperature between cold and scalding, shouting-obscenities-level hot.

By on Jun 2, 2023

Review comment responded on Jun 6, 2023

We apologize that your recent visit did not exceed your expectation. We are committed in providing an amazing service here at Graduate Berkeley and rest assured that we will work towards improvements on these areas. We hope you will give us an opportunity to welcome you back for a better stay experience in the near future.

5
Family

The rooms have been beautifully redecorated. Parking at the Hotel is very easy and so convenient. Loved the hot water kettles in the room - and the water provided. Very comfortable and so clean. Can’t wait to return. Staff knowledgeable and welcoming

By on Apr 3, 2023

Review comment responded on Apr 3, 2023

Lynn, Thank you so much for your review. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest!

5
Friends

Great location for walking around. The hotel theme is fun and staff if very helpful and friendly.

By on Oct 10, 2022

Review comment responded on Oct 11, 2022

Thank you Kathleen for your 5 star review! We hope when your travel bring you back to Berkeley you will think of the Graduate Hotel.

5
Everyone

Very convenient for parents visiting their children at UC Berkeley

By on Mar 2, 2022

Review comment responded on Mar 2, 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. We really appreciate it.

2
Partner Couples

Not great especially for the price. There's quite a list of problems with the room but options in the East Bay are limited.

By on Dec 9, 2021

Review comment responded on Dec 20, 2021

Thank you for taking the time to review us. We appreciate the feedback.

5
Everyone

Location ideal for visiting Berkeley. Staff very friendly and helpful.

By on Apr 2, 2021

Review comment responded on Apr 5, 2021

Thank you for the feedback and 5 out of 5 review, come back soon!

4
Everyone

By on Feb 24, 2020

Review comment responded on Feb 28, 2020

Thank you for the review-hope to have you back again soon!

4
Partner Couples Family

Quirky, definitely Berkeley. Thin walls. Room smelled of fresh bread in the morning from bakery below.

By on Dec 1, 2019

Review comment responded on Dec 24, 2019

We appreciate the feedback. Having Tartine onsite has it's bonuses, the smell of fresh croissants being one of them! Don't be a stranger, come back soon.

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