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Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

2.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Greek Theater

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Exterior
Front of property
Flat-screen TV
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Living room | Flat-screen TV
In North Berkeley, Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley is a hub of warmth and connection. Enjoy the convenience of in-room WiFi, a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and restaurant on site. The helpful staff has left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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
$176 nightly
The total price is $203
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2077 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2540 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Oct 26 - Oct 27
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About the neighborhood

Map
1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94709

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Greek Theater - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Berkeley Marina - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 29 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 32 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 37 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 6 min drive
  • Richmond Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • Emeryville Station - 17 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station - 12 min walk
  • North Berkeley Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheese Board Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafenated Coffee Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Parisien - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chez Panisse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

When you stay at Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from University of California, Berkeley and Greek Theater. Also, Berkeley Marina and Jack London Square are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Downtown Berkeley Station is 12 minutes away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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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
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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
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

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

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 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
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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 5-minute walk from University of California, Berkeley and 13 minutes' walk from UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall.

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Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Cafes
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Parking
Coffee
Bakery
Lobby

What guests liked

  • The property offers easy access to numerous dining options and helpful staff recommendations. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was so homey and the staff way so nice! They also gave us so much information about places to eat things to check out. I would definitely stay there again.
Renee, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This hotel appeared to be a little on the older side and was not the nicest hotel we have stayed at. Parking was annoying since the hotel does not have any included and street parking is limited to certain times and durations. The hotel room itself was huge which was awesome. You have to enter through the cafe to get to the hotel which is a little weird but the service was great and everyone was friendly. Our TV kept disconnecting from the hdmi and reconnecting which sucked but aside from that we had a great stay.
Ashley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Have barista made coffee is an excellent perk. We also enjoyed the balcony big enough to sit and relax.
Elizabeth A, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay

We had a great stay at this hotel it was close to the Greek Theater. The bed was comfortable the balcony was a nice touch. They don’t have their own parking and you can’t stay in the parking lot that belongs to the grocery store next door. We still managed to find good parking close and the car was safe. Were definitely going to stay here again!
Theresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a joy when I stay here!
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Conveniently located in Central Berkeley. Coffee shop downstairs, next to Andronico’s market. Street parking only.
Hideko Heidi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were all stellar, very friendly & helpful. Handy location
Teri, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really enjoyed my stay. Room was well equipped and clean. Bit easy to hear my neighbors but they were loud!
Joanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I really enjoyed staying here and will do it again. I had trouble getting the TV to work, but wasn't there to watch TV. I loved the cafe downstairs and parking on the street at night was easy enough.
Martin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very European in style. Quaint. Affordable. And very friendly.
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Small cute hotel in downtown Berkeley

Great location in downtown Berkeley near by cute restaurants and coffee shops and breweries. Came for a family wedding. Super comfy bed, balcony, robe, slippers, toiletries and clean and the service at the front desk was fantastic. I would definitely come back. It’s also located next door to a supermarket.
Angelica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay loved this hotel.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming cafe right downstairs, clean room, quiet, check & out easy, great neighborhood very central to all of Berkeley & best restaurants nearby. Thank you !
Leah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff here is amazing super nice and welcoming to the guests!
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the Neighbor location and love the cofre at the café.
Wilma, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable

Very pleasant small hotel. Room with King size bed was large enough, very clean and comfortable. Although on busy street, the room was very quiet. The one downside was that the dual-flush toilet needed multiple flushes to do the job, which rather defeated the purpose.
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Ground floor rooms facing parking lot, don't black out. If you're light sensitive sleeper, this would be an inconvenience. Rest everything is good.
Raj, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was perfect location, cute and fun!
Kim, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Neglected maintenance

This is a real review which you can tell from all the detail I'm about to give. This hotel (according to the binder in the room explaining its history) was renovated in 2017. While the place has friendly staff and a nice location, it is pretty clear that upkeep since 2017 has been neglected. Issues in my room during my stay: shower drains poorly, light bulb out in bathroom, not very clean overall and rug visibly dirty, alarm clock in room but curiously has no batteries that would make it functional, and paper thin walls so that a conversation in the room next door was completely intelligible by me. Maybe other people who stayed here got updated rooms but this hotel needs some TLC. Bummer because the location is perfect for my needs and it would have been great to stay here again if things were better.
Paula, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and service in rooms, fully staffed 24/7 lobby/entrance but the function is a little awkward and the door is very heavy
Jackson, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In a convenient location, but also busy. No parking on site, but we were able to find nearby street parking fairly easily (weekend). A bit run-down. Lots of dining options nearby. Worked great for a quick weekend getaway.
Jared, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed my stay!
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great front desk staff. Clean rooms.
Gigi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable. Location
Liliana, 1-night trip