Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to University of California, Berkeley

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1820 University Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94703
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Greek Theater
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Berkeley Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Berkeley

Located in Central Berkeley within a 5-minute walk of University of California, Berkeley, Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Greek Theater. This 30-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Greek Theater - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Berkeley Marina - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 5 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station - 9 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Etoile - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rush Bowls - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nation's Giant Hamburgers & Great Pies - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Las Cabañas Mexican Grill & Taqueria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rose Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to University of California, Berkeley
Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western features free WiFi in public areas and free newspapers. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
27-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 200 per day

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.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • In-room safe fee: USD 1.50 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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Travelodge Wyndham Berkeley Motel
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Sather Berkeley SureStay Collection by Best Western
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Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western?

This hotel is situated in Central Berkeley within a short 5-minute walk of UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You'll also find Greek Theater and Berkeley Marina within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western?

As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western on Nov 2, 2025 start from $114.0, excluding 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.

Is there parking available at Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited per unit, accessible parking is also available. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western include a casino on the premises?

No, Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western good for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western offers free breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western though service animals are welcome.

Does Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western?

The closest major airport to Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western 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 21.6 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western.

Sather Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 387 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 335 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1011 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great trip. Helpful staff! Clean new rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Martha

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and efficient. Parking in the lot was very convenient. The room was dirty. The bedspreads were not only stained but also had fresh smears of dirt on them. There was a lot of water damage: loose and warped floor boards, peeling baseboards and threshold between bathroom and bedroom. The floor had dirt and some greasy spots. It was uncomfortably dirty. I would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ricardo

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is more of a motel than a hotel. Good service. Very limited breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Veronica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Randal

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Was ok, old place remodelled.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Staff & service
This is a very good location, and with parking! (near campus), the staff is nice and right there. It's a pretty good second rate motel. My main complaint is super strong smell of cleaners they use but I went over the floor with a towel and opened my window and it dissipated over time. Also, the AC/heat blows on your when you sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Yoshie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and we were able to check in early! Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tanya

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

DISSATISFIED CUSTOMER

*Poor communication from the office staff. *No security cameras. (RING CAMERA ON OFFICE DOOR) Non-working. *Rooms were partially cleaned. Floors badly stained, unmopped, not swept/dusted underneath the bed/beds. This is my experience from both rooms that I stayed in. I wiped everything down with clorox wipes. *I had to sleep on the "motels" parking lot due to the office staff not activating my card to the new room #104 after having checked out of #212. *No way to recieve assistance during nightime hours. * This place did nothing for my mental state. I explained during check-in that I was seeking solitude, peacefulness away from my family as I was grieving personal loss of my father and my daughter. Both recently deceased. Instead, someone near my room constantly argued loudly each day of my stay from sunrise to sunset. Listening to horrific profanity. No interventions from the hotel staff. I also witnesses someone driving a black Tesla back her vehicle into a customers vehicle and prepare to drive away until I spoke up to suggest leaving a note on the persons windshield. (You do not hit, back up, nor damage someones vehicle and drive away. How rude; inconsiderate. The best part of my stay was my daily walks to Traders Joe's-which was across the street. I was able to pirchase non-dairy ice-cream, fresh fruits, water. Some frozen meals since the rooms have microwaves and refrigerator. ATTENTION: BE PREPARED TO CLEAN REFRIGERATOR BEFORE USE. "OVERPRICED" UNCONCERNED.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tanya

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

STAY AWAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY

The guest near my room argued loudly. Daily. Communicating with staff was horribly, not willing to resolve guest issues. The rooms were smaller than advertised, continually I would bumb into room furnishings. No space to setup iron board safely. There was no hand soap in the bathrooms hand soap dispenser, I had to request from housekeeper. The bathroom window was left open by housekeeper after she stated that she cleaned the inside of my room. Mind you, I am on the first floor. (Second room) my first room; the bathroom window lock is broken. (Room 212) did not feel safe. On June 25, 2025 after returning to my first floor room I was unable to access entry to my room. I had to sleep inside of my daughters car parked on the motels parking lot. (Not a Hotel.) Although I received a telephone call regarding room change and key activation the guest clerk did not acti activate my card for usage unknown to me until returning to room after having had been off of property from Tuesday morning 06:30a.m. ; 6/24/25-06/25/25; Wednesday morning at 01:55. I made repeated calls as well as repeated visits to the motels office up until 06:15 a.m. at which time I was able to connect in person to a live person as he entered the office. (Can be viewed on the Motels ring camera) There seemed to be no care/concern that I was unable to access my room at such a late hour. Seeking reimbursement of Wednesday 06/25/2025 cost of stay which I reported to the Motels checkin clerk at 06:15 this morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

i like stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ron

Disliked: Amenities
You should not call it the Sather Hotel. It is clearly a motel, with all that that implies. Definitely not a hotel experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Danni

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Carmen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and accommodating. But i must say the hotel is in terrible condition. Bathroom was dirty, the floor was so slippery, there was water damage all over the door frames and the cabinet where the fridge was. The bed sheet was stained, which let me to believe they dont change the bed after each guest, luckily i caught the cleaning service before they left an did change it out for me so i appreciated that. All in all i wouldn't stay there again for the price that i payed.
The dirty bed sheets
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice basic, functional, and reasonably priced hotel with a fine location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlen, Mesa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Había personas en la madrugada gritando y pegándole alas puertas
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bentley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, and parking! Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025