ROSE GARDEN INN, Berkeley – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
The Rose Garden Inn offers rooms with queen-size beds, desks, private baths with showers over tubs, and ceiling fans. Each room includes a color TV with Direct TV and 4 HBO channels, a hairdryer, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms feature fireplaces, seating areas, or wrap-around balconies. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors.
Dining & Breakfast
A full buffet breakfast is served daily. Nearby dining options include a well-regarded Japanese restaurant offering sushi, soup, and hot dishes. The hotel provides coffee and tea in a common area.
Leisure & Recreation
The hotel features a terrace, garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Nearby attractions include the Berkeley Rose Garden with 250 varieties of roses, the Oakland Zoo with over 850 animals, and the Berkeley Marina, which offers windsurfing, kayaking, and paddle boarding.
Location & Transport
The Rose Garden Inn is a 10-minute drive from the University of California, Berkeley, and 25 km from Oakland International Airport. Nearby landmarks include Berkeley Bowl (1 km), Sather Gate (1 km), and the University of California Botanical Garden (2.5 km). Public transport options are available for easy access to the city's main attractions.
Services & Amenities
The hotel provides free Wi-Fi, a business center, and meeting rooms. Limited free self-parking is available. Families can visit nearby Children's Fairyland or Sweet Dreams Toy Store. Ironing facilities, air conditioning, and flat-screen TVs are standard in all rooms.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Fireplace
Guest Parking
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Newspaper service
Dining
- Breakfast
- Coffee/Tea in lobby
- Free breakfast
Business
- Business centre
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room was a bit on the small side, but it turned out well for me due to the especially cold weather. The staff was extremely nice, although there was a minor issue with towels. The location was good for visiting Berkeley and the Bay Area, but the neighborhood felt a bit unsafe. The dining experience was more than expected, with a great breakfast to start the day off right.
The hotel rooms were small but cozy, making them feel damp and a little musty, with a very strong old smell. Despite the cozy atmosphere, the noise from snoring, coughing, and talking made it feel as if the sounds were in my own room. The service was friendly and helpful overall, although there were instances of staff being inattentive. The location had its charm and seating areas but needed more attention from the owners and had issues with security. The dining experience was adequate but fell short of expectations with some disappointing food choices. The facilities offered were decent, with some room for improvement.
The hotel is conveniently located near transportation and shopping centers. The rooms are a good size with a king bed and two twins, though lacking windows. The service is friendly but needs to pay attention to details like replacing light bulbs. The hotel has a unique, slightly vintage feel ideal for various purposes.
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