SenS Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Hotels
8.4 (415 reviews)
1538 Shattuck Avenue , Berkeley , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Thin walls
Noisy rooms
Parking issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.99
Several mentions of clean rooms, but thin walls and some minor maintenance issues indicated.
Service
8.96
Numerous reviews highlighted the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
9
Great location was praised in many reviews, with convenient access to restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms were described as spacious and comfortable, though some had noise issues.
Amenities
7.98
Basic amenities were available, but some mentioned issues like poor water pressure.
Value for Money
8.44
Guests felt the price was reasonable given the location and service provided.
Food and Beverage
7.99
Breakfast options available, but limited details on quality.
Overall Experience
8.36
Overall, guests appreciated the stay with some minor issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 15:52

Property Description

Convenient Location: Situated in Berkeley, SenS Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley is a stone's throw away from the University of California Berkeley, making it an ideal choice for academics, parents, and tourists alike.

Comfort and Convenience: Enjoy a range of amenities including concierge services, free WiFi, and a shared lounge, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free stay. The multilingual staff are always available to assist, adding a personal touch to your experience.

Nearby Attractions: Explore popular landmarks such as Fairyland and Grand Lake Theater, located just a short distance from the hotel. With easy access to Paramount Theater and Fox Theater Oakland, entertainment options are aplenty.

Book your stay at SenS Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley for a memorable and convenient Berkeley experience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: OAK

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 415 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.99
Service: 8.96
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 7.98
Value for Money: 8.44
Food and Beverage: 7.99
Overall Experience: 8.36
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Hugh • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Staff were friendly and helpful!
The location is excellent.
Building is older, but has character.
All in all we had a very pleasant stay.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Applegate-King • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

No breakfast- just 1 cup of complementary coffee. That said, it was very good coffee.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Lidia Cristina • couple • uy
9
Cómoda
Pros:

Ubicación, limpieza, amabilidad del personal

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • us
8
Very pleasant at a good price.
Pros:

The location in the "Gourmet Ghetto" of Berkeley is excellent. What feels like a small commercial district, surrounded by mixed residential, adjacent to the main commercial district of Berkeley, full of unique restaurants and non-chain stores; two large grocery stores and a drugstore within a block. 15 min walk to BART or the UC Berkeley campus. The hotel has all the usual features of a standard American accommodation, with a bit of a "pension" or "auberge" feel (small scale urban hotel). Outside door locked from the street except when the little cafe (pastries and coffee) is open. Otherwise, ring the bell and the 24hr staff member will let you in. No actual lobby, just a desk in the back corner of the cafe. Was able to find overnight parking within a block (got lucky?)

Cons:

Didn't get housekeeping, which was not a problem, and I often don't want it, but I was surprised. More often, I'm surprised when I get it and didn't expect to, which is worse!

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Julie • family_with_children • us
8
Rooms are well appointed & have everything a seasoned traveler needs to enjoy the city on a budget
Pros:

Great location! Friendly staff! Great value!

Cons:

The carpet needs deep cleaning. But they do provide slippers...

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Constantine • family_with_children • us
8
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Bryan • couple • ch
8
Perfect location and comfy basic room- right near Andronicos and good coffee.
Pros:

great location and coffee shop

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • us
9
My stay was great and I'll stay there again next time I'm in Berkeley.
Cons:

The door styles in the room such as the security door and the floor doorstop do get in the way when walking around. The bathroom door opens externally for example. But otherwise the room's small size was maximized for efficiency and was comfortably cozy. We had a patio!

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
9
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Susan • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Good location and comfortable bed. Clean, elevator and spacious room.

Cons:

No parking, except on street.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Smbat • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Corey • solo_traveller • us
8
Generally good hotel, quiet and well-located.
Pros:

Decent cafe in the lobby. Many good restaurant options nearby. Good grocery market immediately next door. Short walk from campus and downtown Berkeley activities. Clean.

Cons:

Outdoor patio was a bit unkempt, leaves and dirt from outdoors present.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Allan • couple • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Margot • family_with_children • us
10
It was a European style experience in an academic/intellectual city in the heart of Gourmet Ghetto.
Pros:

The room was beautiful with windows that opened both to the east and west so we got sunset colors. The bathroom was roomy with a window that opened to the outside. There was a nice desk, little refrigerator and microwave as well as dishes etc. The location is excellent; next to a grocery store, the Cheese Board and Pizza store, across the street from world famous Chez Panisse, and other restaurants. What more could you want!

Cons:

The "lobby" is also a bistro with a regular parade of Berkeley regulars who sell their books, know each other and chat over coffee about their lives and things they have seen. The bistro food and coffee is good, and service excellent. It is just a bit cramped, but one can also sit outside which is great fun watching the street life.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Katharine • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

Great location & outstanding customer service

Cons:

Difficult parking

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • solo_traveller • us
10
My stay was easy, convenient, enjoyable, central to activities, and comfortable.Thank you!
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • us
8
2026-01-11 • via Nuitee
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Hilary • solo_traveller • nl
9
2025-12-17 • via Nuitee