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Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

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A cozy lounge area with striped sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large globe hanging from the ceiling. - Graduate by Hilton Berkeley (Berkeley)
A chair with a patterned fabric, a lamp, and a view of a tower through a window with curtains. - Graduate by Hilton Berkeley (Berkeley)
A modern interior with a dining area, a sofa, ottomans, and a coffee table. - Graduate by Hilton Berkeley (Berkeley)
A building entrance with a blue archway, a sign reading 'Graduate Berkeley 2600', and a 'Durant' sign on the wall. - Graduate by Hilton Berkeley (Berkeley)
A spacious living area with a large globe chandelier, patterned wallpaper, and a variety of seating options including wicker chairs and sofas. - Graduate by Hilton Berkeley (Berkeley)
Located close to University of California, Berkeley and Zellerbach Playhouse, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley provides a 24-hour gym, conference space, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a telephone, a framed painting, and a potted plant.

Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a telephone, a framed painting, and a potted plant.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Tower (Graduate, Campanile View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a telephone, a framed painting, and a potted plant.

Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate, High Floor)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a telephone, a framed painting, and a potted plant.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a desk lamp, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bed with a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a painting on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate, High Floor)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a desk lamp, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a potted plant, and a view of the city.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate, High Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a vase with flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, a lamp, a painting, and a small table.

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in Telegraph District, a neighborhood in Berkeley, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is near the airport. Zellerbach Playhouse and Greek Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Coit Tower and Alcatraz Island. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Memorial Stadium or Oakland Arena. Visit our Berkeley travel guide
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2600 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94704

What's nearby

  • A large ornate gate with the inscription "AETHER GATE" and a globe atop it.
    University of California, Berkeley
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A city street lined with tall buildings, including a Wells Fargo sign, and a mural on a building.
    Telegraph Avenue
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A mountainous landscape with a large white building surrounded by trees and other structures.
    Memorial Stadium
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • An outdoor amphitheater with a stage and seating.
    Greek Theater
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Zellerbach Playhouse
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station
    8 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station
    16 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caffe Strada
    4 min walk
  • Top Dog
    2 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    2 min walk
  • Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana
    2 min walk
  • Artichoke Basille's Pizza
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to noon for a fee: USD 5 to 15 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Henry's Bar & Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,344 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1928
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 28.30 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 40 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Graduate by Hilton Berkeley pet-friendly?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 40.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Graduate by Hilton Berkeley located?

Located in Telegraph District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of California, Berkeley and Zellerbach Playhouse. Memorial Stadium and Greek Theater are also within 15 minutes. Downtown Berkeley Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 557 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1001 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful staff and ambiance!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was fantastic. Hotel and restaurant staff were always great and knowledgeable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Property was excellently located with staff being helpful and friendly. Facilities were clean and rooms were taken care of daily.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location was perfect! Room was nice. Fitness Center had everything I needed. And saving $25 off of breakfast was a bonus. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, comfy cute rooms, good restaurant and friendly service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Super close to campus. Parking was not easy but options on the street. Big room, comfy bed. Did like it more when it was the Durant - had more personality.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beds comfortable, room clean. Nice location,walking distance to the Greek Theater. It was nice to have Henry's resturant and bar located on the 1st floor. Great drinks!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love love LOVE this hotel! Amenities were so thoughtful! An electric teapot, a nightlight in the bathroom, etc. Just really love the character of the hotel, location, everything~
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great themed decor, love it. Room was clean, parking plentiful. Hotel is old but in good shape. Closest option to Berkeley and staff is helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is old. And bold paint doesn’t cure the issues. While old, the hotel is clean. I would think most others stay for the location and that’s on point.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is super cute, even has a restaurant I would recommend, but note this property is over 100 years old and has the look and feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and clean property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed at the Graduate by Hilton Berkeley while attending a show at the Greek Theatre, and it was a great choice. The location is excellent—just a short walk to the venue and close to everything around the UC Berkeley campus. The room was clean and comfortable, the staff was friendly, and the hotel has a fun Berkeley vibe. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again the next time we're in town for a show.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a fun room. This is our second “Graduate” hotel and the extra details are delightful. Great meal in the restaurant downstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I stay here every time I come to Berkeley. Always clean, well maintained and the staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
fantastic location. extremely expensive, low value. you pay for your location. dated everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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They were very accommodating. It was worth it to book it through Expedia, booking directly with the hotel was incredibly more expensive. The hotel is overall clean and well maintained, there were a few stains on the tub but other than that the room was comfortable, clean and organized. Keep in mind that the rooms are also a bit small, but if you’re a solo traveler you should be completely fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for visiting UCB, clean and comfy room and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our short stay here and was aware it was an historic older hotel. They truly have made the most of this building, esthetically and comfortably. We chose to stay here due to the location and short walk to the Greek theater. (Super easy!) There was plenty of parking and be aware that there are actually two parking lots behind the hotel (not just one small one.) We booked a King room so I'm sure it was larger than some. It had plenty of space and an in room sofa too. The bed was comfortable and the room was very clean. We loved the eclectic college theme in the hotel. The restaurant was nice, good food, and appreciated the $25. credit that comes with the booking. Only wish they had been open for lunch. The one suggestion we have is to add a vending machine. There were some snack items and energy drinks near the front desk, but no sodas. However they did provide a couple water bottles in the room fridge which was appreciated. Lastly, I wish to compliment the friendly and helpful staff. We would definitely stay here again when in Berkeley!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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The rooms were clean and quiet. I loved the ceiling fan. However, the bathroom was very small. Hardly big enough for one traveler. I had a room with a king bed. There was no way two people could use the bathroom. The water fluctuated between hot and cold. Having said that. The bed was very comfortable and the hotel was in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great place. Convenient to the Berkeley University walking distance for restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Amazing location with cute decor. Nice view from our room. Be sure to ask about a credit you get at the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Convenient location to campus and public transportation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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This is a cosy old fashioned decor hotel but the staffs are very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026