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Marina Inn

Property class: 2
Motel near University of California, Berkeley in Berkeley

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

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, Historic Berkeley
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

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 Golden Gate Fields are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • McLaughlin Eastshore State Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Berkeley Marina - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Historic Berkeley - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • University of California, Berkeley - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 4 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

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Steamworks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rose La Moon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Heads and Tails Barbecue - ‬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 Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marina Inn on May 10, 2026 start from $139, 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. 457 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Nice staff. Clean, quiet room, plenty of hot water, good bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rip

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Sunil

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice place, but a few blocks from the Railroad
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Parking easy. First motel I have Ever stayed at that you had to request soap. Room run down but clean. No table but did have desk and one chair. Little storage, bathroom cramped. Took a while to figure out heater. Bed, linens fine. Did not find extra blanket.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Larry

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EXECELLENT
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Staff & service
Parking easy and at door to room!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Steven

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Leland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, updated budget hotel with free parking. Lots of restaurants nearby. Gracious staff, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room heater was minimally adequate but could have been better.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tonghe

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I love the Marriott Napa Vallejo the room was spotless. The service was great. I just really love staying there. The bids are unbelievably comfortable and it’s a great price. This is my go to every time I go down to see my mom.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alyss

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Davis

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Davis

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jareth

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Staff was amazing. The heater in the room didn’t work. They did bring a portable heater the second day that solved th issue. For the price, Inn is fine, but wouldn
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Julee

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thaddeus

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Davis

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025