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title: "Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG, Berkeley (CA)"
description: "Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG in Berkeley (CA): rated 8.3 by guests, 2.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel · ★★★ · [Holiday Inn Express](https://stayversus.com/en/brands/holiday-inn-express/)

# Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG

Berkeley, Berkeley (CA), United States

8.3 ·  Very good 66 reviews ·  #7 #7 of 11 in Berkeley (CA) ·  6.0 Location score
## About Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG

Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG is a hotel in Berkeley, Berkeley (CA), United States. It holds a 2.5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 66 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast, bar, gym, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.8 km from the centre of Berkeley (CA). The nearest airport, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK), is 18 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Rooms:** 70

- **Floors:** 3

- **Chain:** Holiday Inn Express

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 1

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## How Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG scores

Better rated than 46% of hotels in Berkeley (CA)

-   Guest rating **8.3**
-   Location **6.0**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Beach access **2.4**
-   Public transport **6.5**

Berkeley (CA) average

## Amenities

Free breakfastBarGymFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Gym

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **6.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **66**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **61**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **2**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Bay Area Rapid Transit-North Berkeley</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">790 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">13 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">40 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Berkeley (CA)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   BrasArte180 m
-   Phoebe A. Hearst Museum of Anthropology410 m
-   Ruth Botchan Dance1.1 km
-   Freedom Archives1.6 km
-   Berkeley Historical Society & Museum1.6 km
-   Veterans Memorial Building1.6 km

## Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG: in detail

Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel. Visitors can take advantage of complimentary parking directly at the hotel. Reception services such as express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes are available to accommodate your requirements. Traveling with minimal baggage is achievable at Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG, as the hotel's laundromat and laundry service ensures your garments stay fresh. Room amenities like room service and daily housekeeping contribute to making a perfect selection for your stay. Minor items you neglected to bring won't cause major issues! Simply visit convenience stores to acquire what's necessary. The hotel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones. Each accommodation at Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In certain rooms, the hotel offers linen service and air conditioning for guest convenience and satisfaction. In select rooms, guests at the hotel can enjoy top-notch in-room entertainment with television and cable TV available for their convenience. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, you will find the convenience of a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker and mini bar at your disposal. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Begin your holiday on a high note. At Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG, your mornings are greeted with a delightful, free breakfast. Experience the delight of a fresh morning by savoring excellent coffee at the cafe situated within hotel. Experience an unforgettable evening with your fellow travelers just a short distance away, at hotel's bar. Throughout the day and evening, grab a bite to eat from hotel's self-service vending machines whenever you please. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG. For individuals who don't want to skip their exercise routine, visiting the hotel fitness center ensures you maintain your vitality and wellness.

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## Questions about Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG

### How do guests rate Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG has a guest rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 66 reviews, which is better than 46% of rated hotels in Berkeley (CA).

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Does Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### Is there parking at Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG from the airport?

The nearest airport, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK), is 18 km away in a straight line.

### Is Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.3 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG have?

Holiday Inn Express Berkeley By IHG has 70 rooms on 3 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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