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Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in El Cerrito with free parking

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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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
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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.
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What's nearby

  • Playland Not At The Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • McLaughlin Eastshore State Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Albany State Marine Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Point Isabel Regional Shoreline - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Blake Garden - 5 min drive - 2.3 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
  • ‪Mugunghwa - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Banter Wine Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Budget Inn

Motel in El Cerrito with free parking
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
  • Limited onsite self parking

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 Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Budget Inn on Jan 25, 2026 start from $78.49, 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.

What's there to see near Budget Inn?

This motel is situated in Richmond Annex, close to Berkeley Marina, Greek Theater, and Tilden Regional Park. 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, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Does Budget Inn have connecting rooms?

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

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 that I can book at Budget Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Budget Inn.

Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 74 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sanjit

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

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joo hyun, Rancho Palos Verdes

Traveled with family
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

2/10 Terrible

Portia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't get the room i paid for so me and family of 4 was forced tobuse 1 queen bed. I want a partial refund
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ezriel

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

6/10 Okay

Chad

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARVIN

Liked: Cleanliness
I liked everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jatinder

Business traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

Martell

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

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

4/10 Poor

Sergio

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I appreciate that they informed me about that the rooms doesn’t have A/C. The bed had wells and doesn’t stay firm in one place. Bathroom window had the windows bars broken (looks like someone tried to get in in the pass)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was filthy, smelled of ammonia, and had windows that would not close. When we asked for the TV remote, we were handed a remote that seemed covered in something sticky. The room on Expedia was listed as having AC, but none of their rooms have AC. When we asked for a discount, we were told there are no discounts. The front desk clerk was unable to communicate with us due to his limited English, and he was inside a barrier, like you would find at a very sketchy motel. Do NOT book at this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Maureen, Folsom

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luis

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Baby Lyn, The Villages

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

No heat in room. Space heater gave out sparks. TV difficult to use and find stations. Bed very uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Portia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no wifi room was dirty, area unkept, bugs in the room and bed. No refrigerator or microwave was in the room. No heater or air conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Israel, Albany

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
All of the rooms are smoking rooms (including the ones the hotel manager claimed is nonsmoking). There were spider webs all over room, no cups for toothbrush, and the floor was dirty. I was not impressed!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Donald

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The conditions of this place is awful. The bedding was worn and ragged. The lamp on the nightstand was broken and had no "on" or "off" button. The towel rack was broken. The bath towels were stained and worn. The furniture in the kitchenette did not match and broken. The walls in the room and bathroom were dirty and damaged. I will never make this mistake again. I thought the city of El Cerrito would offer better donditions than this.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

morgan

Liked: Staff & service
Floors made all of my socks black. They apparently allow a mentally ill person to live here, he walks around rambling(loudly) all day and night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024