Marina Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat with practical amenities at this Berkeley motel where WiFi keeps them connected and free parking adds convenience

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Just steps from Berkeley Marina, Marina Inn offers a quiet escape near the bay. Guests connect easily with WiFi while taking advantage of complimentary self parking. The smoke-free property provides a calm atmosphere with staff ready to assist throughout the stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

ADA Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
975 University Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94710

What's nearby

  • Berkeley Marina - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Historic Berkeley - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • University of California, Berkeley - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Golden Gate Fields - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 6 min walk
  • North Berkeley Station - 18 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steamworks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mi Tierra Foods - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lavender Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Marina Inn

Motel near University of California, Berkeley
Marina Inn provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Marina Inn include amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 39-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LCD TV with premium channels

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
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

Pets not 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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The name on the credit card used to make the booking must match the name on the reservation.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Marina Inn Berkeley
Marina Berkeley
Marina Inn Motel
Marina Inn Berkeley
Marina Inn Motel Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

Is Marina Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Marina Inn?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marina Inn on Dec 28, 2025 start from $117.0, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marina Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Marina Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Marina Inn located?

Located in Southwest Berkeley, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Berkeley Marina, University of California, Berkeley, and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. Greek Theater and Bay Street are also within 3 mi (5 km). North Berkeley Station is 18 minutes by foot and Berkeley Station is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

Marina Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

6.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 430 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 999 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room, staff great. Will be our stay next time in Berkeley.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Very friendly. Very affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an older building but remodeled. Staff were accommodating and let us store our luggage when we arrived before check in and notified us when the room was ready. I loved the food options. Mediterranean Market and Franklin Market.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vintage 1960,s motel,Comfortable bed,very clean and well priced. Off street parking is a great asset when you arr in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CESAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and owner and staff very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and nice personal
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean room comfortable bed and very kind and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaydene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Newly renovated rooms.

The room was nice, quiet complex. Restaurants within walking distance. Staff was excellent and helpful, easy check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenience location to reach food, gas, shop! Nice and clean lobby and room! Quick check-in and warm staff!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, everything works, had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very good for a two-star motel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great gem right in Berkeley with very clean accommodations and nice and quiet too. This will be my first option for future travels to Berkeley.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always nice, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has always been a good stay for me.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rithy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was nice and clean. It didn’t have AC so it was hot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

frannn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Free parking, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot at a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Cathy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
ALthough the staff was pleasant, the rooms were very, very hot. No AC.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Decent basic hotel room, everything works no problems.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jimin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staff very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly and cozy with a convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Marina Inn was fabulous… Reasonably priced, clean, well located, great staff, lovely room… This is my new fav place in Berkeley.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
simple quiet accomodations, good wifi, clean bathroom, helpful friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023