SenS Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

Hotels
8.4 (447 reviews)
1538 Shattuck Avenue , Berkeley , US

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
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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.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 447 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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Toyooka • solo_traveller • jp
7
仕事先のUCBerkeleyに徒歩圏内で治安も比較的良好で、良い選択だった。
Pros:

スタッフが親切で部屋も静かだった。無料のコーヒーが美味しかった。隣にスーパーがあり、水やビール、軽食、日本へのお土産などほとんどのものが調達できた。

Cons:

到着日にやや清掃が行き届いていなかったが、翌日からは(チップのおかげか)改善された。

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Laurie • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Becky White • couple • us
9
Tidy, Convenient and Close to Everything Berkeley
Pros:

Location, location, location! You can easily walk to UC Berkeley (or use nearby bus or BART to get around to nearby communities in addition to SF). It is very close to many good restaurants and cafés. A nice café is in the hotel lobby area that is open mornings and early afternoons. There's also a major grocery store next door where you can purchase food and drink to-go. Many of the rooms have a little balcony with table and chairs for cozy dining for two people. I believe all the rooms have mini-fridge, microwave, and water boiler. For ice, there's a bucket in the room you can take to the desk staff and that person will fill it for you.

Cons:

For those who drive here in their own vehicle, the biggest loss for this hotel was losing its access to a parking lot next door that is now chained off by its new owner. Parking is a huge problem in Berkeley and you need to keep an eye on your parking meter and/or note the various City restrictions, such as street-sweeping days.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Russell • solo_traveller • us
6
for a quick overnight day, such as mine it was a good value
Pros:

great location and friendly staff

Cons:

could use some updating - a little dingy

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
K
Kimberly • couple • us
8
We enjoyed the location and convenience of the hotel relative to UC Berkeley and would stay again.
Pros:

The location is very convenient to BART, the UC Berkeley campus, grocery stores, and restaurants. The room was spacious, and the bed was comfortable. Our room had windows on Shattuck Avenue, which we liked, but some might find it too noisy. We liked having the AC at night so that we could close the windows.

Cons:

There is no parking lot, but luckily we have a resident friend who was able to get us a guest parking permit in the neighborhood. There were a few quirky things about the room, like none of the clocks were set correctly and the shower configuration allowed water to get on the floor if you weren't careful. Wifi availability was also sporadic in our room.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Isabella • solo_traveller • br
7
Pros:

Bem posicionado

Cons:

A água do chuveiro não ficava quente.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Noya • couple • us
8
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • us
9
Relaxing stay in Berkeley, Sens staff is fantastic.
Pros:

Location fantastic, many restaurants, grocery, near UC Berkeley

Cons:

The rug under the bed could use a refresh.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Goldwater • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Gwen • family_with_children • us
10
A charming hotel! I enjoyed short stay that I wish could have been longer.
Pros:

Perfect location, charming hotel and Bistro. The staff was very accommodating and kind.

Cons:

Not a thing

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Sandidge • solo_traveller • us
6
Need to keep the rooms and bathroom cleaner. Great location and coffee. Staff was great, but the price is high for no pa
Pros:

Great location and the staff was very kind. Also the coffee was great! And free :)

Cons:

Parking is an issue.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
R
Roxann • couple • us
9
Pros:

Location . Staff.

Cons:

Thin walls. And floors. Some thumping and coughing.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Goldwater • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Milton • solo_traveller • us
8
Enjoy the Berkeley experience
Pros:

Very friendly, homey, comfortable place. Spacious room with personality. Lobby doubles as a coffee/pastry shop

Cons:

A bit longer walk from BART station than I would prefer, but still walkable

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
J
James • couple • us
1
Hotel was more for 20 year olds .
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Cassandra • couple • us
8
Pros:

The staff were incredibly kind, friendly, and helpful. They provided free coffee tickets for all morning of our stay. The room came with a patio.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
A
Antonio • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Mary Kay • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location across from Chez Panisse. Visiting the restaurant was our purpose in coming to Berkeley so that was convenient.

Cons:

No parking. Seems ridiculous for a hotel to not have parking. Should have emphasized this and given options.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
Y
YANAN • couple • cn
9
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee