Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Property class: 2.5
Hotel with restaurant, near University of California, Berkeley

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At Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of San Francisco Bay and University of California, Berkeley. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Jack London Square. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Downtown Berkeley Station is 13 minutes away.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $189
$217 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a patterned wallpaper.

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 158 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a patterned wallpaper.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a striped chair, and a door.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 236 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a wardrobe.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 193 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a wardrobe.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a patterned wallpaper.

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94709

What's nearby

  • Gourmet Ghetto - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Historic Berkeley - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Greek Theater - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 29 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 34 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 57 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 6 min drive
  • Richmond Transit Center - 14 min drive
  • Emeryville Station - 19 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station - 13 min walk
  • North Berkeley Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Marugame Udon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cheese Board Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Victory Point Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪North Berkeley Wine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chez Panisse - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

  • At Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of San Francisco Bay and University of California, Berkeley. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Jack London Square. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Downtown Berkeley Station is 13 minutes away.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1906
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards on site.

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Sens Hotel Bistro Berkeley

Sens Hotel Bistro

Sens Bistro Berkeley

Sens Hotel Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Sens Hotel Vanne Bistro

Sens Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Sens Vanne Bistro

Sens & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Hotel

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Berkeley

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Hotel Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

Does Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley like?

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley is a short 6-minute walk from University of California, Berkeley and 14 minutes' walk from UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall.

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Reviews

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hotel is located near many restaurants, with some even within walking distance, offering a variety of dining options. (18 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff, great location.
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8/10 Very good

Super helpful and friendly staff. Loved the location and was able to find street parking about a block away. Loved having my own little balcony as well! Water pressure in the shower was so good.
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8/10 Very good

Very friendly staff. Large room that could use a good deep clean. No issues with our stay.
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8/10 Very good

The staff were friendly, the WiFi good, overall value excellent and the patio was nice. My only issue is that the queen bed mattress needs replacement
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the coffee from the downstairs coffee shop. Hotel employees were a pleasure to work with. Lots of nice amenities included, robes, microwave, refrigerator and the coffee from the shop.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location if you are seeing a show at the Greek. It is near food, grocery stores and the neighborhood has a chill vibe.
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10/10 Exceptional

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The staff are amazing. They really made my life easy. I will recommend this hotel and you will always be my first choice whenever I am in Berkeley. Thank you again for a memorable experience. Best Regards, Anne Phillips
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8/10 Very good

The location of this hotel is amazing…right in the heart of the gourmet ghetto and steps away from the best food, nice boutique shopping and a great farmers market. Even the room on the front was not particularly noisy on a weekend night. I’m really picky so I have to comment on the very dirty carpet in the hallways and the cobwebs on the walls and ceiling in the room. Still, I’d go back again in a heartbeat.
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10/10 Exceptional

very friendly staff! this is where we stay whenever visiting our daughter in Oakland
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10/10 Exceptional

Simple, clean suites with balconies. Coffee at the cafe’s not bad, either.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great value and all you need in an excellent location. Comfy bed. Some nice touches. Well recommended.
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10/10 Exceptional

We are always so touched by the personable staff and service when we stay here. It feels like visiting friends. The rooms are very clean and comfortable. We will always choose the Sens first when coming to town.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and nice amenities!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great people, really helpful. Clean rooms, simple. The only unfortunate issue was parking. They have none. And since it's Berkeley there are many many rules and parking cops!. Since there is residential a couple of blocks away, there are spots to find. Oh, and great coffee!
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room in Gourmet Gulch. Great food all around. Very helpful staff. We like this quirky but clean and efficient little hotel.
Walk to see the history of the University of California at Berkeley, one of great research universities in the world. I’m writing about a group of friends who helped shape the modern American government. A group of friends lived on Ridge Road
In the previous photo check out John Galen Howard who was part of the Ridge Road salon hosted by Adolph and Mary Miller—he founded the UCB finance/ later business school and was chair of the Econ dept— and a founding member of the Federal Reserve Brd
Pioneering President Benjamin Ide Wheeler turned a muddy campus into a world class university
Campanile— check out John Galen Howard plaque— after the San Francisco Earthquake and fire Wheeler hosted thousands of fire refugees on the UCB campus helped by the Millers and Dean of Women Lucy Sprague, later Mitchel
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff couldn’t have been more obliging. Wonderful. Hotel has a great location for restaurants and proximity to Berkeley U.
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8/10 Very good

I wa happy with the room. Clean, sapcios and with the necessary amenities. I was unhappy with the fact that this property has NO parking. You need to park on the street and because it is a busy area it was hard to find parking.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Wonderful coffee at the cafe.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room and helpful staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

I always enjoy staying at the Sens Hotel when I’m in Berkeley. Very clean, very friendly and a great location.
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8/10 Very good

I really enjoy my stay here. The staff is friendly and helpful and the room is nice
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6/10 Good

One might call this place quirky or funky. The first tip-off is the entry to the hotel which is oddly through a cafe, then leads one to a desk stuffed into a corner behind plexi-glass, most likely a leftover from the pandemic. The rooms are clean-ish but the surfaces are worn, especially the carpets which could really use an update or shampooing. I think if cost is your main concern, you will have to forgive the lack of polish but you would benefit from the central location. Outside the hotel, I noticed each morning a coffee klatch of locals that meets there regularly and support the cafe. It gave it a friendly vibe, and like any favorite haunt, I'm sure there many who are happy with it, just the way it is.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location for those visiting the berkeley area. Close to a grocery store and many dining options around. Staff is very nice.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location. Great places to walk in every direction. Perfect bistro.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice and comfortable.