Marina Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near University of California, Berkeley in Berkeley

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Property grounds
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Balcony
Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Room amenity

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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975 University Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94710
  • Place, Berkeley Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

ADA Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Berkeley

Northwest Berkeley stay.Your stay at this Northwest Berkeley motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Berkeley Marina and University of California, Berkeley. UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Greek Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Takara Sake - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • McLaughlin Eastshore State Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Berkeley Marina - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • University of California, Berkeley - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 9 min walk
  • North Berkeley Station - 18 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steamworks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rose La Moon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mi Tierra Foods - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Marina Inn

Motel near University of California, Berkeley in Berkeley
Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Berkeley motel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Marina Inn offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

The name on the credit card used to make the booking must match the name on the reservation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Marina Inn.

Property is also known as

Marina Inn Berkeley
Marina Berkeley
Marina Inn Motel
Marina Inn Berkeley
Marina Inn Motel Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

How close is Marina Inn to the airport?

Marina Inn is 16 mi (29-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 Marina Inn?

As of Mar 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marina Inn on Mar 8, 2026 start from $144, including 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 Marina Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Marina Inn.

Does Marina Inn offer free breakfast?

Marina Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Marina Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Marina Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Marina Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Marina Inn have a pool?

Marina Inn does not have a pool.

Does Marina Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Marina Inn to downtown Berkeley?

Marina Inn is 1.2 mi away from Berkeley.

Marina Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 446 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julee

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Davis

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Juliana

It
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great value
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly service, convenient and safe location. Booking and checkout are a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean little room. Perfect for our quick overnight trip to Berkeley.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and was clean. Staff helped when needed. Good location and parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manlio

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellyse

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of the above
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Manlio

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

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

10/10 Excellent

Indira

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking is very easy and secure. Nice restaurants near by. Super comfortable bed. Very clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
7/10 for value. Clean safe and fairly priced
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID, San Diego

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrien

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was easy. Only wished they had A/C
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room, staff great. Will be our stay next time in Berkeley.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly & professional service. Clean & safe premises. Convenient parking & area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Isaac

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025