Experience the charm of Graduate by Hilton Berkeley, an upscale historic hotel near University of California, Berkeley. Connect to WiFi and enjoy a workout in the 24-hour gym or explore nearby Memorial Stadium and Zellerbach Playhouse. Savor dinner at Henry's Bar & Restaurant or grab a coffee at the café.
University of California, Berkeley - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Memorial Stadium - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Greek Theater - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Berkeley Marina - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
Getting around
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 31 min drive
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 35 min drive
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 45 min drive
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 54 min drive
Berkeley Station - 8 min drive
Richmond Transit Center - 16 min drive
Emeryville Station - 18 min drive
Downtown Berkeley Station - 16 min walk
Restaurants
Caffe Strada - 3 min walk
Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana - 2 min walk
Top Dog - 1 min walk
Taco Bell - 2 min walk
Tap Haus - 2 min walk
About this property
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of University of California, Berkeley and Greek Theater. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Henry's Bar & Restaurant, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for dinner. This luxurious hotel is also within a short drive of Berkeley Marina and Jack London Square. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
144 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 34 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
On-site self-parking (USD 37.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–noon
Henry's Bar & Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of USD 40 will be collected before check-in
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 30.59 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for an additional charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Parking
Self-parking costs USD 37.00 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Also known as
Durant Berkeley
Durant Hotel
Graduate Berkeley Hotel
Hotel Durant Berkeley
Durant Hotel Berkeley
Graduate Berkeley (Formerly Hotel Durant)
Hotel Durant
Graduate Berkeley
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Berkeley
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Hotel Berkeley
Frequently asked questions
Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Graduate by Hilton Berkeley does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 34 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 37.00 per night. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Graduate by Hilton Berkeley also has a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?
Yes, Henry's Bar & Restaurant offers Regional cuisine.
What's the area around Graduate by Hilton Berkeley like?
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is in the heart of Berkeley, a short 1-minute walk from University of California, Berkeley and 12 minutes' walk from Greek Theater. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.0
Eco-friendliness
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast offered a variety of options and was a highlight of the stay. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
21 June 2025
wonderful place…
Yusuf
Yusuf, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 August 2025
Bel hôtel a Berkeley
Bel hotel tres bien placé a Berkeley a cote de l'université et des rues animées. Chambres pas tres grandes mais tres propres. Le café propose un petit dej un peu basique.
Jérôme
Jérôme, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 August 2025
10/10
As a single mom, I came there for a school conference, but found the best part to be the wildly comfortable bed with a substantial / down-type comforter excellent pillows and blockout curtians.
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
27 July 2025
Too much $$$ for something so tired
A tired, old hotel that is well situated for going to see a show at the Greek.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2025
Great stay
Staff was super friendly , room was clean
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 August 2025
Great boutique stay in the heart of Berkeley
If you want to be near Berkeley Campus, this boutique hotel is super cute! The theming is great, the rooms are cozy and retro yet have all the modern amenities. Gym was quite nice for a small hotel. The bar was appreciated as well! Parking was easy (not cheap). Would 100% stay again!
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 June 2025
Great hotel. Small rooms but feels historic.
Jaime
Jaime, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2025
Excelente
Muy buen servicio; restaurante bueno, buen ambiente!
Berta
Berta, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 May 2025
Location is great accessible to the places I need to go
ROBERT JR
ROBERT JR, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2025
Good business stay
Nice cozy spot that did the job for my business meeting stay.
Mario
Mario, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 May 2025
Location is great and close to where I am going
ROBERT JR
ROBERT JR, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 July 2025
Great hotel
Hotel was great, the staff was friendly and the rooms were nice. The restaurant downstairs wasn’t for me but there is a lot of food options within 2 blocks.
Gabriel
Gabriel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 June 2025
Nice old fashioned hotel with some modern touches. Staff was friendly and helpful. Thank you for the stay!
Ben
Ben, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 April 2025
We had a great dinner at Henry’s, it was a great stay/…
Adrienne
Adrienne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 August 2025
Best location in Berkeley. Very friendly and nice staff. Great bed.They rent a bike for guests wtaht is great. Excelent rstaurant in lobby.
Problem with rooms isolation. You can hear walking above your room and every conversation from next room.
Polovina
Polovina, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 June 2025
The property is very convenient when visiting our child at college. The staff at check in and check out were very friendly.
Cindy
Cindy, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 May 2025
Berkeley campus hotel no 1
A great hotel for easy access to Berkeley campus area and you get the wibe of students
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 June 2025
We had a wonderful experience at the Graduate!
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 April 2025
I love everything about this hotel.
Brande M
Brande M, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 June 2025
5 star fun
Our stay here was amazing. Staff for the restaurant and hotel were friendly. Only thing i found to be a down side is that they had everytbing you could need at their little store except mouthwash lol
Miriam
Miriam, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 June 2025
We had a good trip. The hotel is cute but showing its age. Things are getting a little tired but the place was fun. Breakfast was great. Something for everyone.
Holland
Holland, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
30 April 2025
I liked how close it was to Berkeley
Brianna
Brianna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2025
Excellent
rola
rola, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 April 2025
Everything’s very good.
Chieko
Chieko, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2025
The Graduate was ideally located for an evening at the Greek Theatre on the UC Berkeley campus.