The Golden Bear Inn provides comfortable accommodations and personalized service in the Bay Area's most convenient location. Close to the University of California, shopping and restaurants.
The Golden Bear Inn is just 12 miles across the Bay Bridge to San Francisco, Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf and Pac Bell Park. It is just 5 miles from Oakland. The Golden Bear offers well appointed rooms.
The Golden Bear Inn has been a part of the Berkeley landscape since the late 1940's.
With 39 guest rooms and suites. The Golden Bear Inn has been well - maintained. It also possesses many charming features along with all the amenities to make your stay with us enjoyable. This has kept many guests returning year after year and requesting their favorite room.
Nothing makes our day like a returning guest phoning in their reservation.
We'll enjoy having you as our guest!
Do make reservations well in advance; availability may be limited
Star Rating:
Local Attractions:
Berkeley marina, UC Berkeley, San Francisco, Oakland
Hotel Reviews for Americas Best Value Inn Golden Bear Inn
3.5out of 5Based on 66 guest reviews, Average
Based on 69 traveler reviews
Value
Rooms
Cleanliness
Service
Excellent
15
Very Good
27
Average
14
Poor
5
Terrible
8
Most Recent Traveler Reviews:
“Ugh!”
Apr 13, 2013
mellowsandy, Arroyo Grande, California | Trip type: Business
We selected this property based on the good reviews on Trip Advisor. I truly believe that the good reviews were written by the owners of the property. The property is...
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We selected this property based on the good reviews on Trip Advisor. I truly believe that the good reviews were written by the owners of the property. The property is dated both outside and inside. Bare light bulbs for lights. Tile in bathroom cracked, dirty and pulling away from wall. I would not go so far as to say the room was dirty, but it felt less that really clean. Employees were friendly. I asked at checkout about the review I read which stated that they had refurbished some of the rooms. I was told to my amazement, that all the rooms had been refurbished! I am guessing the extent of the refurbishment was new toilet, tv and carpet. Everything else was dated. I was told that "there is only so much they can do to a property built in 1946! We definitely will not be staying there again. « less
“Excellent value, convenient to UCal”
Mar 26, 2013
UncleCharlie, Minnesota | Trip type: Family
Our family of 5 was booked for a suite with 1 Queen and 3 Twins, but that was overbooked so they gave us one room with 2 queens and the...
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Our family of 5 was booked for a suite with 1 Queen and 3 Twins, but that was overbooked so they gave us one room with 2 queens and the "cottage" for the same price. The "cottage" is a small house adjacent to the motel with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a full kitchen and a living room. 3 TVs. Very good wifi. I don't know what this space normally rents for, but it was very nice! « less
“cute, well-run, friendly, a gem of a place”
Feb 25, 2013
chantastic, Saint Paul, Minnesota | Trip type: Family
This was like a well-maintained southwestern Route 66 motel, right in the heart of Berkeley. Great prices, friendly/helpful staff, cute rooms and building - we loved it and would live...
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This was like a well-maintained southwestern Route 66 motel, right in the heart of Berkeley. Great prices, friendly/helpful staff, cute rooms and building - we loved it and would live there if we could. « less
“Very Positively surprised”
Nov 13, 2012
cmswartz, California | Trip type: Solo travel
Stayed here because the hotel was close to where I was going. The hotel is dated but very clean and comfortable. The hosts were very friendly. The internet reminded me...
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Stayed here because the hotel was close to where I was going. The hotel is dated but very clean and comfortable. The hosts were very friendly. The internet reminded me of the old dial up but I was able to get my emails. Overall I would recommend this hotel. The sushi restaurant next door was OK also. « less
“clean and comfortable”
Oct 27, 2012
gerard q, Chester, United Kingdom | Trip type: Couples
stayed two nights,it was easy to find and was clean and comfortable.The bed was really comfortable after a 11+ hour flight and sleeping off jet lag.I would stay here again,ok...
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stayed two nights,it was easy to find and was clean and comfortable.The bed was really comfortable after a 11+ hour flight and sleeping off jet lag.I would stay here again,ok its a bit dated but we felt welcome there « less
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Details
Check In:
2:00pm
Check Out:
12:00pm
Year of Last Renovation:
2007
Floors:
2
Rooms:
40
Corridors:
All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms:
39
Handicap Rooms:
0
Suites:
0
Room Windows:
Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency:
Daily
Meeting Rooms:
0
Dist. to Food/Bars:
On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant:
1.0 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym:
0.5 Mi
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation: 24 hours prior arrival before 12:00pm
Nightly Parking:
0
Total Taxes:
12.00%
Total Misc Fees:
$0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Room Types - Americas Best Value Inn Golden Bear Inn
Standard Queen + Twin
This room has 1 queen bed and 1 twin bed with cotton sheets. The entrance is accessed via an exterior corridor; there is no elevator available. The room includes a ceiling fan, complimentary wireless Internet access, a flat-panel television with cable service, and free local calls. Kitchen amenities include a coffeemaker, microwave, and compact refrigerator. Amenities available on request include a hair dryer, ironing facilities, cribs/infant beds (surcharge), and turndown service.
Standard Queen
This room has 1 queen bed with cotton sheets. The entrance is accessed via an exterior corridor; there is no elevator available. The room includes a ceiling fan, complimentary wireless Internet access, a flat-panel television with cable service, and free local calls. Kitchen amenities include a coffeemaker, microwave, and compact refrigerator. Amenities available on request include a hair dryer, ironing facilities, cribs/infant beds (surcharge), and turndown service.
Standard Two Queen
This room has 2 queen beds with cotton sheets. The entrance is accessed via an exterior corridor. The room includes a ceiling fan, complimentary wireless Internet access, a flat-panel television with cable service, and free local calls. Kitchen amenities include a coffeemaker, microwave, and compact refrigerator. Amenities available on request include a hair dryer, ironing facilities, cribs/infant beds (surcharge), and turndown service.
Amenities - Americas Best Value Inn Golden Bear Inn
Alarm clock
Clothes drying
Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
Credit card accepted: American Express
Credit card accepted: Discover
Credit card accepted: Diners Club
Credit card accepted: JCB
Electronic key card
Fax available
Free local calls
Hairdryer available
Ice Maker
Internet - wireless
Ironing facilities
Non-smoking rooms
Pets allowed
Private bathroom in room
Private car parking
Quiet location
Refrigerator
Restaurant
Shower
Tea and coffee making facilities
Telephone
Telephone in all rooms
Telephone - Free local calls
Television
TV - Free Cable
Voicemail
Pet Friendly?
Yes! Pets are allowed.
Show Pet Policy$10 per pet per night
Airport & Shuttle Information - Americas Best Value Inn Golden Bear Inn
The Oakland Airport is about 12 miles from our place.
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
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Based on 69 traveler reviews 
Value
Rooms
“Ugh!”
“cute, well-run, friendly, a gem of a place”
Standard Queen + Twin
Standard Queen
Standard Two Queen