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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 914 guest reviews
- Fitness / Gym is on-site
- 144 rooms in property
- Hotel has 6 floors
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- 3 conference rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
UC Berkeley Campus (one block away), Lawrence National Lab, Lawrence Hall of Science, Jewish Museum, California Memorial Stadium & Pacific Film Archives. San Francisco Bay, Oakland Zoo, Brazilian Room Tilden Park, USS Hornet, Rock Wall Winery
Map & Attractions for Graduate Berkeley
Verified Reviews of Graduate Berkeley
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Great Hotel with Bohemian Feel!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Great place to stay. I love the Bohemian feel but I am bohemian by genetics.
Fred S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
29-May-2023
Verified Review, stayed from Thu May 25 to Sat May 27 2023 at a $254.49 average nightly rate.
Property Description
Berkeley's only full-service and green-certified boutique hotel and steps away from U.C. Berkeley campus and Telegraph Avenue, the Hotel Durant infuses the formal university setting with the bohemian spirit for which Berkeley is well-known. Following a multimillion dollar renovation in 2008, the Hotel Durant now offers 144 guestrooms with modern conveniences and whimsical details. For nearly a century, travelers have considered Hotel Durant the number one place to stay and play in Berkeley.
Services & Amenities
24-hour Complimentary business center
Complimentary morning newspaper
Children's cots/cribs (complimentary)
Pet-friendly
Room Service
Henry's - a Berkeley gastropub & full service restaurant featuring local, organic menu selections
Refrigerators in rooms
State of the art entertainment system featuring 42” flat screen televisions
iPhone/iPod docking stations in all guestrooms
Complimentary high speed internet access & in-room laptop safe
Green Sustainability
yes
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 11:00 AM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2016 |
| Floors: | 6 |
| Rooms: | 144 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 144 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 5 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 108 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 36 |
| Suites: | 0 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 3 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 2094 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 50 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 0.5 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 0.3 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 7am-midnight |
| Pool Info: One block away at the University is an excellent heated pool. Day pass is $20 through the University. |
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| Ownership: | AJ Capital |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 72 hour cancellation for individual reservations |
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| Nightly Parking: | $37. |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
| Total Taxes: | 13.20% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Occupancy Tax: | 13.20% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 9.25% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 9.25% |
| Parking Fee: | 37.00 Per Night (Self Parking) |
| Porterage Fee: | 5.00 Per Item |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 22.00% |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 22.00% |
| Banquet Labor Fees: | 0.00 Per Hour |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 150.00 Per Function (Up to two hours) |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 16.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 25.50 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 39.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 42.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 39.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 42.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Soda: | 3.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 3.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 150.00 Per Hour |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 2500.00 Per Day |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Bus parking
- Central location
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Credit card accepted: JCB
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Games room
- Generator for sleeping rooms
- Generator for public spaces
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jogging path
- Laundry valet service
- Licensed bar
- Mini bar
- Mixed dorms
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- Travellers cheques accepted
- TV room
- Valet Parking
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
Only 15 miles from Oakland International Airport. 25 Miles from SFO. 1 mile to BART
Local Shuttle Info: Bay Porter Express to & from all airports 24 hour a day. Near BART station
Breakfast Information
Breakfast served 06:30-13:00
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Pets are allowed and welcomed Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per pet
Parking Info
Self parking fee: USD 37.00 per night (in/out privileges)
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary high-speed internet for all guests.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: La Note - A charming French cafe known for its delicious breakfast dishes. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Gather - A sustainable and locally sourced restaurant serving modern American cuisine. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Chez Panisse - A renowned farm-to-table restaurant offering a seasonal menu. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Explore the UC Berkeley campus - Take a stroll through the beautiful campus and visit iconic landmarks like the Sather Tower. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Bette's Oceanview Diner - A classic diner known for its delicious pancakes and breakfast options. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Cheese Board Pizza - A popular pizzeria offering unique and delicious vegetarian pizzas. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Comal - A vibrant Mexican restaurant with a lively atmosphere. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Visit the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive - Explore a diverse collection of art and enjoy film screenings. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Elmwood Cafe - A cozy cafe serving breakfast favorites and artisanal coffee. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Sliver Pizzeria - A popular pizzeria offering gourmet vegetarian pizzas. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Ippuku - A Japanese izakaya known for its authentic dishes and extensive sake selection. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Hike in Tilden Regional Park - Enjoy beautiful nature trails and stunning views of the Bay Area. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.
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Previously known as:
Hotel Durant Berkeley, The Hotel Durant, Hotel Durant
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Graduate Berkeley
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Graduate Berkeley.
Feel free to use the Graduate Berkeley meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Berkeley event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) |
Size (sqft.) |
Banquet 5'/6'  |
Crescent |
Classroom |
Hollow Square  |
U-Shape |
Boardroom |
Convention 8'/10'  |
Theater |
Reception |
Regist. Desk  |
| California Room | 48 x 16 x 12 | 768 | 48/50 | -- | 48 | 35 | 40 | 24 | --/-- | 70 | 80 | -- |
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California Room
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
768 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
48 x 16 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
5
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Board Room | 20 x 15 x 10 | 300 | 16/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 12 | --/-- | 25 | 20 | -- |
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Board Room
Room Type:
Boardroom
Total Size:
300 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
20 x 15 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
5
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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| Durant Dining Room | 48 x 16 x 10 | 768 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
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Durant Dining Room
Room Type:
Restaurant / Lounge
Total Size:
768 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
48 x 16 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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FAQs about Graduate Berkeley
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Graduate Berkeley have?
There are 144 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Graduate Berkeley?
Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Graduate Berkeley?
Breakfast served 06:30-13:00
What parking is available at Graduate Berkeley?
Self parking fee: USD 37.00 per night (in/out privileges)
How much does internet cost?
Complimentary high-speed internet for all guests.
Can I get a AAA rate at Graduate Berkeley?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Graduate Berkeley?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Graduate Berkeley?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
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