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Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

4.0 star property
4-star luxury hotel near University of California, Berkeley

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

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2600 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94704
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Stadium
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Greek Theater
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate, Campanile View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds (Graduate, High Floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate, High Floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate, High Floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate, High Floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Berkeley

Central Berkeley getaway .Your stay at this Berkeley hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of University of California, Berkeley and Zellerbach Playhouse. Memorial Stadium and Greek Theater are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Memorial Stadium - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Greek Theater - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Berkeley Marina - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe Strada - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Top Dog - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tap Haus - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

4-star luxury hotel near University of California, Berkeley
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Graduate by Hilton Berkeley offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. Event space at this hotel measures 1344 square feet (125 square meters) and includes conference space. The luxury Graduate by Hilton Berkeley also features multilingual staff, a television in a common area, and an elevator. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Berkeley hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 144 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 1344 sq ft of conference space
  • 125 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1928
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley offers 144 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Berkeley hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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 37 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

Things to do

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Thin carpet in room
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 30.59 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 40 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 37.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

How close is Graduate by Hilton Berkeley to the airport?

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is 14.5 mi (31-min drive) away from the Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

As of Oct 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley on Nov 10, 2025 start from $168.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley.

Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 15 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at Graduate by Hilton Berkeley?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 37.00 per night.

Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley have a pool?

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley does not have a pool.

Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley have a restaurant?

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is home to Henry's Bar & Restaurant, which features Regional cuisine and light fare.

Does Graduate by Hilton Berkeley have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Graduate by Hilton Berkeley to downtown Berkeley?

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley is 0.9 mi away from Berkeley.

Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 521 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1016 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM, Tracy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location. Fabulous staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

AMY, ONTARIO

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient to campus but not the cleanest.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE A, NEW ROCHELLE

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good area, walkable area with many dining options. Room was clean and spacious!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok… needs improvement

Classic historical hotel built in the mid 1920’s now owned by Hilton. The rooms are old charm and reflect the history of Cal Berkeley. This hotel is just a 7 minute walk to the campus entrance. Immediately outside the hotel is a good variety of shops and places to eat around the neighborhood. My complaint is the hotel food and service. We were tired and ate an early dinner at the hotel. Food choices were limited and pricey but you had a waitress. My beef is the breakfast. Instead of sit down with a waitress you Get in line order and wait. Breakfast sandwich was a greasy egg and sausage Pattie on a hamburger bun. The coffee tasted like instant (same as in the rooms) and my daughter’s Matcha drink was terrible. I expected better from a Hilton owned property and the hotel manager needs to take notice. Again, go OUTSIDE the hotel for all your meals! I won’t make that mistake again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Anoop

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I’ll start by saying that the staff was amazing. My low rating is based on the fact that this hotel is listed as 4 star hotel and its price. It’s nowhere near a 4 star. 2-3 star at best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michele, LOS ANGELES

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We love the location of this hotel near Berkeley. We drank at the bar/restaurant. It was a depressing place, not like the old days.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Victoria

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The original price of this room was over $500. For that price point I would expect a professional staff and look and feel to this hotel. When checking in the person at the front desk was wearing a sweatshirt with his hood on. Also no friendly or welcoming. All the changes were not explained. Very few amenities, parking is a joke for the fees one pays, the lighting in place is too dim, sink in room was literally 12”x16”, it was difficult washing hands, the art work in the room was offensive (Black Panther and Marxist themed). Neighborhood is sketchy and run down. Can’t believe UC Berkeley is such a dump! So glad I didn’t pay full price for this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Staff was super friendly , room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Madhan Kumar

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Poor maintenance
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arup

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jiang

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Guillermo

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jianshun

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall we had good experience except one major issue: the sliding bathroom door failed and locked m daughter inside until I use a cloth hanger to crank it on one end to force it open. We told front desk and they sent someone to fix it but failed. So we had to leave the bathroom door open for the remains time of our stay, which is really inconvenient to say the list!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yusuf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful place…
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025