Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

$$$$||View on mapBerkeley, United States of America1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, California, United States of America, 94709|
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Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley
1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, California, United States of America, 94709·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Staff9.3
Location9.2
Free WiFi9.0
Comfort8.5
Cleanliness8.2
Who stays here
Couples42%
Solo35%
Families19%
Groups3%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Staff9.3
Location9.2
Free WiFi9.0
Comfort8.5
Cleanliness8.2
Who stays here
Couples42%
Solo35%
Families19%
Groups3%

Centrally located hotel in Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto with on-site Vanne Bistro and ADA-accessible rooms

Location & Neighborhood

SenS Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley sits in the Gourmet Ghetto, one block from Chez Panisse and the Cheese Board Collective. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from the UC Berkeley campus and the Downtown Berkeley BART station. Guests can walk to the Greek Theatre in 25 minutes and find two large grocery stores, including Andronico's Market, within a block.

Dining & Vanne Bistro

The on-site Vanne Bistro opens at 6:30 am and serves high-quality coffee, housemade pastries, and American cuisine for brunch and lunch. Each guest receives free coffee vouchers for the bistro, which is a popular local hangout with regulars chatting over coffee. The bistro also offers outdoor seating for watching street life.

Rooms & Amenities

Sens Hotel Berkeley offers 18 air-conditioned guest rooms, including King Rooms with balconies and Queen Rooms with private patios. Each room comes with a mini fridge, microwave, real dishes, and an electric kettle for tea or hot chocolate. Newly renovated rooms include comfortable mattresses, walk-in showers, and a desk for working.

Accessibility & Guest Services

The hotel focuses on accessibility for guests with impairments, offering ADA-accessible room features and allergy-free rooms on request. The 24-hour front desk provides concierge service, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage. Safety features include key card access, CCTV in common areas, and a security alarm system.

Guest Experience & Highlights

SenS Hotel Berkeley reviews highlight the spacious rooms, comfortable beds, and the bistro's excellent cappuccinos. The hotel provides robes, slippers, and a hairdryer in each room, plus a microwave and fridge for convenience. The location allows guests to walk to nearby restaurants, breweries, and the Berkeley Marina.

  • Location: Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto, steps from Chez Panisse and Cheese Board
  • Dining: On-site Vanne Bistro with free coffee vouchers per stay
  • Rooms: 18 newly renovated rooms with balconies or private patios
  • Accessibility: ADA-accessible rooms and allergy-free accommodations
  • Nearby: 15-min walk to UC Berkeley, 25-min walk to Greek Theatre
  • Services: 24-hour front desk, express check-in/out, luggage storage
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:00
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:12
Former name
French Hotel
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Rooms and availability

King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

💵 Lowest room price 189 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 15.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Oakland International, OAK

Location

1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, California, United States of America, 94709
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1538 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, California, United States of America, 94709
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Reviews of Sens Hotel & Vanne Bistro Berkeley

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