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Aiden by Best Western Berkeley

3.0 star property
3-star eco-certified hotel near University of California, Berkeley

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BBQ/picnic area
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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

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1499 University Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94702
  • University of California, Berkeley
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Berkeley Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Greek Theater
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Berkeley

Southwest Berkeley stay.Your stay at this Southwest Berkeley hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of California, Berkeley and Greek Theater. Berkeley Marina and Telegraph Avenue are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Berkeley Marina - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Greek Theater - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Jack London Square - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 3 min drive
  • North Berkeley Station - 6 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lavender Bakery & Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café Etoile - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Mission - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fosters Freeze - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Acme Bar & Company - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Aiden by Best Western Berkeley

3-star eco-certified hotel near University of California, Berkeley
Aiden by Best Western Berkeley offers its guests a rooftop terrace, a vending machine, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. The eco-certified Aiden by Best Western Berkeley also features express check-in, express check-out, and a front-desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Berkeley hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2021
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Aiden by Best Western Berkeley offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 29 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 20 for adults and USD 8 to 20 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 20 for adults, and USD 8 to 20 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 29 per day

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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aiden by Best Western Berkeley to the airport?

Aiden by Best Western Berkeley is 16.7 mi (33-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 Aiden by Best Western Berkeley?

As of Sep 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aiden by Best Western Berkeley on Sep 28, 2025 start from $165.75, 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 Aiden by Best Western Berkeley have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aiden by Best Western Berkeley.

How close is Aiden by Best Western Berkeley to the beach?

This hotel is 17.2 mi (28-min drive) from Baker Beach.

Does Aiden by Best Western Berkeley offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Aiden by Best Western Berkeley, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8 and 20 for adults, USD 8 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Aiden by Best Western Berkeley?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Aiden by Best Western Berkeley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Aiden by Best Western Berkeley?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 29 per day.

Does Aiden by Best Western Berkeley have a pool?

Aiden by Best Western Berkeley does not have a pool.

Does Aiden by Best Western Berkeley have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Aiden by Best Western Berkeley to downtown Berkeley?

Aiden by Best Western Berkeley is 0.5 mi away from Berkeley.

Aiden by Best Western Berkeley Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 334 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 334 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 334 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 334 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 334 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

charlotte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lu

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Very clean, safe parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhengyuan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Toronto

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful night of sleep. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tommy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corwin

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sang Joo, Vienna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Strong recommendation to visitors for business trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

A Home Away from Home

The staff were all outstanding, helpful and friendly. Everyone was responsive and someone was always available. The location was convenient for visiting different Berkeley neighborhoods and to transportation (buses, BART, Amtrak). I would recommend this hotel to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isis

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rajkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and upgrade property. Didn't like the mattress (saggy and not firm enough) plus road facing rooms are noisy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seung chul

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Yoonsang

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

TOM, Rancho Cucamonga

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was an inadvertent fire alarm in one of the nights of our stay in the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025