Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

2 stars
8.2
Very good
based on 495 reviews
495 reviews
1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94709, United States
1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA
+1 510 548 9930
Tue 9/1
-
Wed 9/2
2 guests, 1 room
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$180
/Cheapest rate per night
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Nightly total
King room, 1 king bed
$180
Queen room, bed type unknown
$182
Standard room, bed type unknown
$227
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Overview

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Berkeley hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
8.2
Very good
495 reviews

Latest deals for Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Tue 9/1
-
Wed 9/2
King room, 1 king bed
$180
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$180
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$182
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$192
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$196
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$201
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Laundry service

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Window
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care

Reviews of Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

8.2
Very good
495 verified ratings
Wonderful
201
Very good
120
Good
81
Okay
36
Fair
35
Mediocre
8
Poor
14

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location, convenient to restaurants, shops, and public transport, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. Many found the rooms clean and appreciated amenities like coffee and a café on site. However, several reviews mentioned thin walls and noise issues, as well as some concerns with cleanliness, room size, and dated furnishings. Overall, the positives centered on location and service, making it a popular choice for visitors to Berkeley.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness5 out of 10
Room Size4 out of 10
Noise Level1.5 out of 10
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2017
Pros (+) We loved it. In a great area close to a lot of things. Will definitely stay again!

Location

1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94709

What's nearby

  • Rose Garden0.5 mi
  • UC Theater0.5 mi
  • UC Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive0.6 mi
  • The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life0.7 mi
  • California Hall0.7 mi
  • Hearst Memorial Mining Building0.7 mi
  • University of California, Berkeley0.8 mi
  • Sather Tower0.8 mi
  • Sather Gate0.8 mi
  • UC Berkeley College of Chemistry0.9 mi
  • LeConte Hall0.9 mi
  • Gilman Hall0.9 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

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March
July
$221
$202
Cheapest month to stay with an average 11% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 22% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Which month has the cheapest rates at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

The cheapest month to stay at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley is December, with an average nightly rate of $196. The most expensive month is May at $267 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

The cheapest day to book Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley is Wednesday, with an average nightly rate of $194. The most expensive day is Thursday at $234 per night.

How far in advance should you book Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

To get the best price at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley, book around 3 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 11% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $186, while the most expensive was $240.
  • How long should you stay at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

  • Where is Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley located?

    Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley is located at 1538 Shattuck Avenue, 0.6 miles from the center of Berkeley. Rose Garden is the closest landmark to Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley.

  • Does Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley from the airport?

    Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley is 11.9 miles from Oakland. Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley is 13.8 miles from Concord Buchanan Fld.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley in Berkeley and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley.

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Distance to airport

8.1
0.6 mi
Oakland
11.9 mi

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