Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

2600 Durant Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704 United States (USA) near Exit 17 on I-580 (~2.6mi)
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4.0 Star Property
37.868095 -122.256386
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4.0/5

Based on 914 guest reviews

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  • Fitness / Gym is on-site
  • 144 rooms in property
  • Hotel has 6 floors
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
  • Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
  • 3 conference rooms in property

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Room Types

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Non-Smoking
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Non-Smoking
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Non-Smoking
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Non-Smoking
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Non-Smoking
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Non-Smoking

Local Attractions

UC Berkeley Campus (one block away), Lawrence National Lab, Lawrence Hall of Science, Jewish Museum, California Memorial Stadium & Pacific Film Archives. San Francisco Bay, Oakland Zoo, Brazilian Room Tilden Park, USS Hornet, Rock Wall Winery
4.0 out of 5. Based on 914 guest reviews

Property Description

Berkeley's only full-service and green-certified boutique hotel and steps away from U.C. Berkeley campus and Telegraph Avenue, the Hotel Durant infuses the formal university setting with the bohemian spirit for which Berkeley is well-known. Following a multimillion dollar renovation in 2008, the Hotel Durant now offers 144 guestrooms with modern conveniences and whimsical details. For nearly a century, travelers have considered Hotel Durant the number one place to stay and play in Berkeley. Services & Amenities 24-hour Complimentary business center Complimentary morning newspaper Children's cots/cribs (complimentary) Pet-friendly Room Service Henry's - a Berkeley gastropub & full service restaurant featuring local, organic menu selections Refrigerators in rooms State of the art entertainment system featuring 42ā€ flat screen televisions iPhone/iPod docking stations in all guestrooms Complimentary high speed internet access & in-room laptop safe

Green Sustainability

yes

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 4:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Year of Last Renovation: 2016
Floors: 6
Rooms: 144
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 144
Handicap Rooms: 5
Rooms with 1 Bed: 108
Rooms with 2 Beds: 36
Suites: 0
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 3 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 2094 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 50 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.3 Mi
Lounge/Bar Hours: 7am-midnight
Pool Info:
One block away at the University is an excellent heated pool. Day pass is $20 through the University.
Ownership: AJ Capital
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
72 hour cancellation for individual reservations
Nightly Parking: $37.
Typical Group Deposit: 25%
Total Taxes: 13.20%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Occupancy Tax: 13.20%
Food and Beverage Tax: 9.25%
Audio Visual Tax: 9.25%
Parking Fee: 37.00 Per Night (Self Parking)
Porterage Fee: 5.00 Per Item
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Rooms Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Food and Beverage Service Charge: 22.00%
Audio Visual Service Charge: 22.00%
Banquet Labor Fees: 0.00 Per Hour
Banquet Bartender Fees: 150.00 Per Function (Up to two hours)
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 16.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 25.50 Per Person
Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 39.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 42.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 39.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 42.00 Per Person
Banquet Gallon of Coffee: 10.00 Per Person
Banquet Soda: 3.00 Per Item
Banquet Bottled Water: 3.00 Per Item
Banquet Hosted Bar: 150.00 Per Hour
Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: 2500.00 Per Day

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Breakfast in room
  • Bus parking
  • Central location
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Credit card accepted: JCB
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Games room
  • Generator for sleeping rooms
  • Generator for public spaces
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jogging path
  • Laundry valet service
  • Licensed bar
  • Mini bar
  • Mixed dorms
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • TV room
  • Valet Parking
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

Only 15 miles from Oakland International Airport. 25 Miles from SFO. 1 mile to BART

Local Shuttle Info: Bay Porter Express to & from all airports 24 hour a day. Near BART station

Breakfast Information

Breakfast served 06:30-13:00

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pets are allowed and welcomed Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per pet

Parking Info

Self parking fee: USD 37.00 per night (in/out privileges)

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary high-speed internet for all guests.

About Hilton Hotels and Resorts

  • Bed & Breakfast Packages for two at select locations
  • Have serenity beds made by Serta and Peter Thomas Roth hair & skincare bath amenities
  • Pre-arrival planning services
  • Pet Friendly Program

The Hilton Hotels and Resorts highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: La Note - A charming French cafe known for its delicious breakfast dishes. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Gather - A sustainable and locally sourced restaurant serving modern American cuisine. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Chez Panisse - A renowned farm-to-table restaurant offering a seasonal menu. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Explore the UC Berkeley campus - Take a stroll through the beautiful campus and visit iconic landmarks like the Sather Tower. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Bette's Oceanview Diner - A classic diner known for its delicious pancakes and breakfast options. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Cheese Board Pizza - A popular pizzeria offering unique and delicious vegetarian pizzas. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Comal - A vibrant Mexican restaurant with a lively atmosphere. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Visit the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive - Explore a diverse collection of art and enjoy film screenings. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Elmwood Cafe - A cozy cafe serving breakfast favorites and artisanal coffee. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Sliver Pizzeria - A popular pizzeria offering gourmet vegetarian pizzas. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Ippuku - A Japanese izakaya known for its authentic dishes and extensive sake selection. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Hike in Tilden Regional Park - Enjoy beautiful nature trails and stunning views of the Bay Area. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Hotel Durant Berkeley, The Hotel Durant, Hotel Durant

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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley.

Feel free to use the Graduate by Hilton Berkeley meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Berkeley event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
California Room 48 x 16 x 12 768 48/50 -- 48 35 40 24 --/-- 70 80 --
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California Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
768 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
48 x 16 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
5
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
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Board Room 20 x 15 x 10 300 16/-- -- -- -- -- 12 --/-- 25 20 --
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Board Room

Room Type:
Boardroom
Total Size:
300 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
20 x 15 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
5
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
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Durant Dining Room 48 x 16 x 10 768 --/-- -- -- -- -- -- --/-- -- -- --
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Durant Dining Room

Room Type:
Restaurant / Lounge
Total Size:
768 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
48 x 16 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Photo of Durant Dining Room

FAQs about Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley have?

There are 144 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Breakfast served 06:30-13:00

What parking is available at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Self parking fee: USD 37.00 per night (in/out privileges)

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary high-speed internet for all guests.

Can I get a AAA rate at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

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