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

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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10621 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA, 94530
  • Place, Berkeley Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Greek Theater
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

El Cerrito

Located in Richmond Annex, Budget Inn is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Berkeley Marina and within a 10-minute drive of San Francisco Bay. 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

  • Berkeley Marina - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • San Pablo Lytton Casino - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • University of California, Berkeley - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Greek Theater - 10 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Pier 39 - 22 min drive - 15.7 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

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

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 Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Budget Inn on Sep 28, 2025 start from $71.1, 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 and Greek Theater. You'll also find Tilden Regional Park and San Pablo Lytton Casino within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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.

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Budget Inn?

No, at Budget Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 44 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.4/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

4/10 Poor

Jeyanthi

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

4/10 Poor

Eugene

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

morgan

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Valentina, Fallon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

morgan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Spacious room but filthy floor and the king size bed had queen sheets so you couldn't move much without pulling out all sheets. Uncomfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looks nothing like what we saw and expidia website. There’s a microwave and a fridge that looks all old and beat up. All the furniture is scratched up beat up TV has a gash in the LED screen. I don’t think it was even a flat screen. The tv only has two channels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

morgan

Liked: Staff & service
Floors were dirty, bathroom floor tiles cracked,loose and noisy. Bathroom door was on the wrong side. ( you had to walk in and partially close door to reach sink). Bed slides when you lean on headboard,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edmundo

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

2/10 Terrible

Eugene

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

morgan

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024