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Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

4.0 star property
Historic hotel with restaurant, near University of California, Berkeley

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The price is $191
includes taxes & fees
$169 per night
Dec 25 - Dec 26

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Room, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

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Refrigerator
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  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate, High Floor)

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
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Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate, Campanile View)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate, High Floor)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate, High Floor)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View (Graduate)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1024)
The price is $172
includes taxes & fees
$152 per night
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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About the neighborhood

Map
2600 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94704

What's nearby

  • 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
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 31 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 35 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 45 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. 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 center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Henry's Bar & Restaurant, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for dinner. Fellow travelers 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 cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs 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

  • Onsite 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
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness center

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (2088 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1928
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Henry's Bar & Restaurant - This restaurant specializes 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 check-out. 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

Durant Berkeley
Durant Hotel
Graduate Berkeley Hotel
Hotel Durant Berkeley
Durant Hotel Berkeley
Graduate Berkeley (Formerly Hotel Durant)
Hotel Durant
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 to 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 75 lbs 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 vehicle 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 onsite 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 center.
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. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Anastasia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms are small but normal for the area! Area was safe and we had a great trip
Tracy, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Arushi, 6-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Joann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Joann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Angelica, 2-night business trip
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2/10 Poor

Wow- dirty old beat up hotel. Stay away!
Devin, 5-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kim, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night family trip
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6/10 Good

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, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Bich, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Jeffrey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Leeta, 3-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

The hotel's parking lot is too small; I had to park on the street. One elevator was out of service (probably permanently), and the working elevator was tiny. The stairs were very narrow, too. You smell weeds and marijuana everywhere in the hotel. The rooms are tiny, and the bathrooms are even smaller. There is no dining area.
Mohammad, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

shayla, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Belinda, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

No review
Andrew, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Great location for moving in Berkeley student to Unit 1 and super close to many dining options and campus.
Negin, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

So close to campus and great service!
Jason, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

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, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

sudhir, 1-night trip
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General property information

Travelers Say
"Although the linens were fresh, the room could use a good cleaning."
Reasons to Book
Spacious Rooms & Great Location
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM