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Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

2.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to University of California, Berkeley

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Exterior
Front of property
Flat-screen TV
Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Living room | Flat-screen TV
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 193 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 158 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 236 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94709

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Greek Theater - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Berkeley Marina - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 6 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station - 12 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marugame Udon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cheese Board Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Triple Rock Brewery & Ale House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafenated Coffee Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪U :Dessert Story - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Hotel near University of California, Berkeley
Near Greek Theater, Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1906

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Sens Hotel Bistro Berkeley
Sens Hotel Bistro
Sens Bistro Berkeley
Sens Hotel Vanne Bistro Berkeley
Sens Hotel Vanne Bistro
Sens Vanne Bistro Berkeley
Sens Vanne Bistro
Sens & Vanne Bistro Berkeley
Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Hotel
Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Berkeley
Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Hotel Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

Is Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley located?

Located in North Berkeley, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of California, Berkeley and Greek Theater. Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory are also within 2 mi (3 km). Downtown Berkeley Station is 12 minutes by foot and North Berkeley Station is 20 minutes.

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Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 417 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 417 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 417 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 417 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 417 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Have barista made coffee is an excellent perk. We also enjoyed the balcony big enough to sit and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Would totally stay here again. They do not have a parking lot but we only had to park 1 block away. The coffee shop in the morning is pretty delicious with lots of regulars enjoying their drinks here. Staff was very nice & friendly. Room was quiet & clean. Bed was comfortable. Fun neighborhood. Zero complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Conveniently located in Central Berkeley. Coffee shop downstairs, next to Andronico’s market. Street parking only.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The staff were all stellar, very friendly & helpful. Handy location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Very European in style. Quaint. Affordable. And very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Always a joy when I stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Really enjoyed my stay. Room was well equipped and clean. Bit easy to hear my neighbors but they were loud!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Charming cafe right downstairs, clean room, quiet, check & out easy, great neighborhood very central to all of Berkeley & best restaurants nearby. Thank you !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

In a convenient location, but also busy. No parking on site, but we were able to find nearby street parking fairly easily (weekend). A bit run-down. Lots of dining options nearby. Worked great for a quick weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Amazing stay loved this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Love the Neighbor location and love the cofre at the café.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The staff here is amazing super nice and welcoming to the guests!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Great location and service in rooms, fully staffed 24/7 lobby/entrance but the function is a little awkward and the door is very heavy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

It was perfect location, cute and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Comfortable. Location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Very friendly staff, like the balcony for morning coffee (complimentary!)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10

This hotel is near my mother and in a great walking location in Berkeley. I have stayed here for years. Due to my schedule change, I stayed in two different rooms this time. Both were comfortable and everything worked. The rooms are starting to look a little shabby, it has been a long time since a refresh and it is due. I would stay again next time due to location and the very interesting coffee shop.

10/10

AMAZING service. This is a lovely little hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

You could not find a better location if you're visiting Berkeley, in the heart of the gormet ghetto. Very walkable and convenient. My room was very clean, and quiet! The staff are very friendly and helpful. The building itself is just a little run down, but all the plusses totally compensated for that! I had a lovely stay with Sens and would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

We love staying at this hotel and staff feels like good friends the accommodations are always ample clean and comfortable. We would have left all five stars however it was a bit of an inconvenience with parking no longer being available. Berkeley Street parking is quite treacherous as most either need a residential permit to park or a metered spot that only allows you to pay two to three hours at a time through a mobile app which is quite clunky to use. we did circle around the block for quite some time trying to locate suitable parking and we're relieved when we did. Not necessarily a direct reflection of the hotel staff but it would have been a good notification to receive upon booking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

I was surprised at how nice this place was, and the surrounding area. The store next to the place is also amazing, we bought stuff and made dinner in our room!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

I like the bakery in front of the hotel that opens at 6:30 am, and they gave me a free coffee for each nights stay at the bakery. Good location on a main street in North Berkeley. Lots of room, and nice that rooms have a microwave and refrigerator. High end restaurants and grocery stores are nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great stay at this hotel, it had everything I needed and appreciated the coffee in the morning. The bed was a bit firm, but it was okay. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024