Graduate Berkeley FAQ

GENERAL


WHAT TIME IS CHECK-IN/ CHECKOUT?

Our standard check-in time is 4 pm. Checkout is 11 am.

HOW DO I CHANGE OR CANCEL MY BOOKING?

Change and cancellation terms vary per type of booking. Terms for your reservation can be found on the website during the booking process and in your booking confirmation email.

For reservations booked directly with the hotel, modifications and cancellations can be made by:

Phone (modifications or cancellations)
Call 510 845 8981 and select “1” for Reservations to speak to a member of our team.

Online (cancellations only)
For reservations made directly on graduatehotels.com, visit https://www.graduatehotels.com/berkeley/#/booking/cancel to cancel.

For third party bookings, you will need to contact the third party directly.

CAN I GET A COPY OF MY FOLIO?

Yes, please submit a Folio Request.

WHAT IF I NEED AN EARLY ARRIVAL / LATE DEPARTURE / EARLY DEPARTURE?

Please check with the front desk and we will do our best to accommodate.

WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT TO CHECK IN?

Guests must be 18 or older to reserve a room at Graduate Berkeley. All guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

For security purposes, you will be asked to provide a valid government or state-issued photo ID at check-in.

WILL MY CARD BE CHARGED AT THE TIME OF RESERVATION?

Subject to the type of reservation. All advance purchase will be charged prior to arrival.

DO I NEED A CREDIT CARD AT CHECK-IN?

Yes, all guests need a valid credit card that matches their identification.

WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT DO YOU ACCEPT?

We accept American Express, Diners, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Additionally, our UK hotels accept Union Pay and Maestro. All hotels also accept cash payment at check-out, however a valid credit card must still be presented upon arrival.

CAN I GET A CONFIRMATION EMAIL?

Yes, you can get a copy of your upcoming stay confirmation by submitting a request to info@graduateberkeley.com.

POLICIES


WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?

Cancellation policies vary based on your booking. Please refer to your confirmation email for details. If you need a copy of your upcoming stay confirmation please email info@graduateberkeley.com.

DO YOU HAVE A BEST RATE GUARANTEE?

Yes, please learn more about The Graduate Pledge.

WHAT IS THE SMOKING POLICY?

Smoking is not permitted at the hotel.

WHAT IS YOUR PET POLICY / FEES?

Our hotels are pre-friendly. Add a pet to your reservation for $35 per night. In accordance with Graduate’s standard pet policy, a maximum of two pets are allowed. A one-time, non-refundable pet hosting fee of $35 per night per pet will be charged to the guest folio upon check-in. Additionally, guests will be held liable for any physical damage caused by their pet, whether in guest rooms or public areas of the Graduate Hotel.

Please note the following:

  • Pets must be attached to a leash at all times that the pet is outside of the guestroom.
    Pets are not permitted to be left in guestrooms unattended.
  • Guests must be present in order to receive Housekeeping service and the pet must be on a leash during these times. If pet is left unattended, housekeeping service will not be provided.
  • Should your pet be the cause of any guest complaints, the hotel reserves the right to charge an additional $250 disturbance fee per occurrence.
  • Guests will be required to sign a “pet waiver” form upon arrival.

ROOMS


DO YOU HAVE ACCESSIBLE ROOMS?

Yes, all Graduate Hotels offer accessible rooms.

DO YOU HAVE CONNECTING ROOMS?

Yes, please contact the hotel directly and a member of our team can assist with your reservation.

DO YOU HAVE ROLLAWAYS OR CRIBS?

Yes, rollaways are available for certain room types. Cribs are available (based on availability at check-in).

AMENITIES


IS THERE A GYM?

Yes, the fitness center is located on the lobby level and is equipped with an elliptical, a treadmill and free weights.

HOW DO I RESERVE A COMPLIMENTARY BIKE?

Complimentary bike rentals are available through the Front Desk, based on availability.

IS SELF-SERVICE ICE AVAILABLE?

No, please dial the front desk to have ice delivered to your room.

WHAT ARE THE NEARBY ATTRACTIONS?

Our friendly front desk staff loves sharing their local knowledge. Contact them for tips on exploring town. Here are some of our favorite spots around town.

IS WIFI AVAILABLE?

Yes, complimentary WiFi is available throughout the hotel.

TRANSPORTATION


HOW DO I GET THERE?

Graduate Berkeley is about a 30-minute drive (15 miles) from the Oakland International Airport and about a 50-minute drive (25 miles) from San Francisco International Airport. If you don’t have access to a car, local app-based ride-sharing services, taxis and the BART system are available. Please contact our front desk for assistance in arranging taxi, limo or shuttle services to the airport.

IS ON-SITE PARKING / VALET PARKING AVAILABLE?

Self-parking is available for $35 per night.

FOOD & BEVERAGE


CAN I MAKE A RESERVATION AT YOUR RESTAURANT OR BAR?

Yes, reservations for Henry’s can be made on Resy.

WHAT ARE YOUR DINING HOURS OF OPERATION AND CAN I VIEW MENUS ONLINE?

View current restaurant menus, hours and more for Henry’s.

DO YOU HAVE ROOM SERVICE?

We do not offer room service, however to-go options are available at all our restaurants and bars.

SERVICES


CAN I STORE MY LUGGAGE?

Yes, we are happy to store your luggage before and after checkout.

CAN I HAVE A PACKAGE SENT TO THE HOTEL?

Yes, mail may be picked up and dropped off at the front desk. If we’re holding mail, packages or phone messages for you, we will call your room or place a note under your door.

ARE LAUNDRY SERVICES AVAILABLE?

Laundry service is available Monday through Saturday. Items received at the front desk by 8 am will be returned the same day by 8 pm. All items received after 8 am will be returned the following day.

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