Golden Bear Hotel - Surestay Collection By Best Western, Berkeley ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1620 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, California, United States of America, 94702-1318

The Golden Bear Hotel - Surestay Collection By Best Western offers a 2-star stay in a central location, featuring complimentary WiFi and air-conditioned accommodations. Guests have access to various amenities, including nearby restaurants and public transportation options.

Rooms & Dining Options

Rooms at the Golden Bear Hotel feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, microwaves, and coffee machines. The hotel includes easy access to nearby eateries such as Sabuy Sabuy Jr Thai Cuisine and Mountain Mike's Pizza.

Transportation & Local Attractions

Guest convenience is enhanced by ample public transportation nearby, including bus stops and subway stations within walking distance. Attractions such as the Berkeley Art Museum, Tilden Park Golf Course, and Fourth Street are a short drive away.

Pet-Friendly & Family Accommodations

The Golden Bear Hotel - Surestay Collection By Best Western offers a pet-friendly environment, allowing guests to enjoy their stay with furry companions. Guests can also access family-friendly accommodations tailored for various needs.

Proximity to University & Entertainment

The hotel is situated just 4 miles from the University of California, Berkeley, making it a convenient option for visitors to the campus. Guests can also explore local favorites, including Berkeley's Huckleberry Botanic Preserve and the nearby Jack London Square.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Queen Room Disability Access

Max:

2 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Single Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

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2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Berkeley 1.2 mi

Airports

Oakland International (OAK) 16.6 mi

Buchanan Field (CCR) 22.7 mi

Train

Berkeley3300 ft

Train400 ft

Bus

Bus stop 1.3 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was incredibly spacious and equipped with modern amenities like a microwave, fridge, and plenty of USB outlets, making my stay extremely comfortable.” view full review

Perfect Cleanliness

“The private bathroom was spotless and featured a fantastic shower that made for a refreshing start to my day.” view full review

Free & Easy Parking

“The complimentary guest parking was a pleasant surprise and made our stay even more enjoyable without the added cost.” view full review

Breakfast Delight

“The breakfast selection met our expectations with a nice variety of cereals, coffee, and pastries - a perfect start to our mornings.” view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Exterior corridors
Multilingual staff

Guest Parking

Mini-fridge
Microwave

Services

Dry cleaning
Hearing impaired services

Dining

Free breakfast

Business

Business center

Room features

In-room safe
Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

Mini-fridge
Microwave

Media

Flat-screen TV
Cable/ Satellite television

Location

1620 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, California, United States of America, 94702-1318

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1620 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, California, United States of America, 94702-1318

City landmarks

University

University of California Berkeley

2.0 mi

Berkeley

McLaughlin Eastshore State Seashore

1.7 mi

Mall

Fourth Street

3400 ft

Berkeley

Telegraph Avenue

2.0 mi

2905 Shattuck Ave Near Ashby Ave Bart

Shattuck Avenue

1.6 mi

S Hall Rd

Sather Tower

2.0 mi

Garden

Berkeley Rose Garden

1.9 mi

Market

South Berkeley Farmers' Market

2600 ft

Parks

Tilden Regional Park

2.9 mi

Parks

San Pablo Park

1.4 mi

At the corner of Marina Boulevard and University Avenue

UsMcLaughlin Eastshore State Park

4800 ft

924 Gilman Street

2300 ft

2082 San Pablo Avenue

Mi Tierra Foods

3100 ft

201 University Ave

Berkeley Marina

1.7 mi

Parks

Aquatic Park

1.3 mi

Mall

Fourth Street Shops

2800 ft

Sather Rd

Sather Gate

1.9 mi

Church

Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

3100 ft

Parks

Cesar Chavez Park

1.4 mi

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

2200 ft

Rancho Codornices

2200 ft

Broadway Theatre

The UC Theatre

1.3 mi

Church

Liberty Hill Baptist Church

2200 ft

Church

Berkeley Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church

2400 ft

Orthodox Catholic Church

3400 ft

Mount Zion Baptist Church

3700 ft

Nearby

Intermix Universal Academy

500 ft

Institute-Childhood Resources

700 ft

Two Weavers

800 ft

Finnish Hall

1100 ft

Restaurants

Acme Bread

400 ft

1601 San Pablo Avenue

Chipotle Mexican Grill

2100 ft

1050 Gilman St

Indus Village Restaurant

2000 ft

1920 San Pablo Ave

Little Caesars

2800 ft

1109 University Ave

Foster's Old Fashioned Freeze

3100 ft

1199 University Ave

Priya Indian Cuisine

3000 ft

2072 San Pablo Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient location

Responsive service

Loud rooms

Modest dining options

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.0

Location

7.7

Service

7.3

Dining

6.3

David

United States of America, March 2024

6.6/10

My stay at the hotel was interesting. The room was spacious, with convenient features like built-in storage, but the cleanliness left much to be desired, and the smell was unpleasant. The location was decent, although not the nicest area in Berkeley.

Rooms

7.0

The room was very spacious by modern standards and had some unique features like built-in storage.

Service

8.0

The service, from the cleaning lady to the receptionists, was polite and efficient, attending to my family's needs promptly.

Location

6.0

The hotel is located in a mixed area of the city, making it a touch out of downtown but still accessible.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, with basic offerings like hot beverages and some cereals.

Facilities

The hotel offered basic amenities like hot beverages and cereals for breakfast but lacked variety in dining options.

James

United States of America, January 2024

8.0/10

I must say my stay was a pleasant surprise. The rooms were surprisingly large for this type of property with nice hardwood floors, clean, and very comfortable, although there was a slight odor of cleaning material. The charm of the room added to the overall experience, making it cozy and inviting.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were surprisingly large and had charm. They were nice, with hard wood floors, clean and comfortable, although there was a slight odor of cleaning material.

Service

7.0

The service was exceptional. The staff acted like they genuinely cared about their guests, offering great help in finding suitable stores and places to eat in the area. However, some instances of rudeness were noted, but overall they had cleaned it up quickly.

Location

9.0

The location was ideal for my needs, located conveniently close to BART and on a major bus line. It was in a nice suburb with easy access to Berkeley, Albany, and nearby cafes and bakeries. However, the area seemed a bit scary at night.

Dining

8.0

The dining options exceeded my expectations. The complimentary offerings, including hot water, coffee, tea, juices, milk, cereals, and granola bars, were a nice touch.

Facilities

8.0

I found the facilities to be adequate and well-maintained, offering comfort and convenience during my stay.

Erin

United States of America, July 2023

6.4/10

The hotel has a convenient location close to various city bus lines and is good enough for our needs. The rooms offer the basics but lack any special features; unfortunately, they are loud with poor insulation. The service was apologetic and accommodating, with efforts to address issues promptly. The dining options include a modest selection for breakfast. Some aspects could be improved, but the location is outstanding for accessibility.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms have all the basics but lack any special features. They are also loud due to poor insulation.

Service

7.0

The service was apologetic and responsive, showing a willingness to address concerns promptly.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is outstanding for our needs with convenient access to various city bus lines.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast options are modest, offering limited choices.