University of California, Berkeley - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Memorial Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Greek Theater - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Berkeley Marina - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
Getting around
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 31 min drive
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 35 min drive
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 45 min drive
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 54 min drive
Berkeley Station - 8 min drive
Richmond Transit Center - 16 min drive
Emeryville Station - 18 min drive
Downtown Berkeley Station - 16 min walk
Restaurants
Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana - 2 min walk
Top Dog - 1 min walk
Super Duper Burgers - 2 min walk
Caffe Strada - 3 min walk
TP Tea - 4 min walk
About this property
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
At Graduate by Hilton Berkeley, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of University of California, Berkeley and Jack London Square. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Henry's Bar & Restaurant, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for dinner. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
144 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 34 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (USD 37.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–1:00 PM
Henry's Bar & Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Poindexter Coffee – This café serves breakfast and light fare. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of USD 40 will be collected before check-in
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 28.25 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 20 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Parking
Self-parking costs USD 37.00 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Hotel Durant Berkeley
Hotel Durant
Durant Berkeley
Durant Hotel Berkeley
Graduate Berkeley Hotel
Graduate Berkeley
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Berkeley
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Hotel Berkeley
Frequently asked questions
Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 34 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 37.00 per night. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Graduate by Hilton Berkeley also has a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?
Yes, Henry's Bar & Restaurant offers Regional cuisine.
What's the area around Graduate by Hilton Berkeley like?
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is in the heart of Berkeley, a short 1-minute walk from University of California, Berkeley and 12 minutes' walk from Greek Theater. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
18 November 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 November 2024
Arushi
Arushi, 6-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 November 2024
Joann
Joann, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 November 2024
Joann
Joann, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 October 2024
Angelica
Angelica, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
22 October 2024
Wow- dirty old beat up hotel. Stay away!
Devin
Devin, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2024
Kim
Kim, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2024
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
29 September 2024
Good service but old building with issues
Old building with small rooms, thin walls, and a terrible shower. The service was excellent and helpful, and the bed was comfortable, but I probably would not stay there again.
Meredith
Meredith, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 September 2024
Verified traveller
3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Bich
Bich, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
14 September 2024
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 September 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
Leeta
Leeta, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 August 2024
shayla
shayla, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 August 2024
Belinda
Belinda, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
20 August 2024
Property has run out of funding - presumably. Unrepaired nonworking elevator; functioning elevator you could hear the cables squeaking; dirty floors, booths and windows in common areas; empty coffee cups and dirty table tops throughout common area; multiple days foot traffic evident; on tile floors; parking lot inadequate so had to street park. Hilton “worldwide” transition and property rehab team there but also completely under staffed; Preposterous food service - on a Monday am at 7:30 no croissant or other baked goods, what was there was left from weekend; only one worker on duty to tend to line of 10 (how do you run a register and be a barista in a busy day, as well as make breakfast sandwiches all by yourself!). The staff were professional and polite and hard working but understaffed and stuck with what could be a gem property in an ideal location close to UC Berkeley but maintained like a dilapidated Super 8.
paul
paul, 3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 August 2024
sudhir
sudhir, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 August 2024
Most polite check-in I’ve ever experienced.
Derek
Derek, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 August 2024
I liked it as it was convenient to get to the university
sudhir
sudhir, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 August 2024
The only issue is the elevators don't always work. One was down and then later the other one went out.
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
5 August 2024
Property is in need of major upgrades. It is not as it appears in the pictures.