Stay at the Berkeley City Club and you will enjoy modern amenities while surrounded by the stunning architecture of our vintage and beautifully preserved premises. Our Berkeley, CA hotel's rich history, comfortable rooms, and beautiful views make your stay one to remember. Imagine waking up in a room surrounded by classic vintage decor dating from the 1930s.
Our time-honored rooms, complete with plush bedding and elegant furniture, preserve the ambiance of when the Berkeley City Club first opened nearly 90 years ago. Enjoy a French culinary experience at Julia's Restaurant led by Chef Fabrice Marcon. Located on the second floor of the Berkeley City Club, Julia's Restaurant prides itself on using fresh local ingredients sourced from the Bay Area.
Our time-honored rooms, complete with plush bedding and elegant furniture, preserve the ambiance of when the Berkeley City Club first opened nearly 90 years ago. Enjoy a French culinary experience at Julia's Restaurant led by Chef Fabrice Marcon. Located on the second floor of the Berkeley City Club, Julia's Restaurant prides itself on using fresh local ingredients sourced from the Bay Area.
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Our History
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Accepted into the National Register of Historic Places, The Berkeley City Club is a a historic hotel, event space, fine dining restaurant, and private social club. Built in 1927 to honor the need for a women's activity center, The Club, also known as the "Little Castle, " was designed by Julia Morgan.
About Julia Morgan
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Born in 1872, Julia Morgan enjoyed a long and prolific career as an architect in California - designing more than 700 buildings. As the mastermind behind Berkeley City Club her legacy continues to live on. Julia Morgan and her family moved from San Francisco to Oakland. Eliza Morgan, Julia's Mother, ran the household with a strong hand - this provided young Julia with a role model that represented womanly competence and Independence.
Historic Timeline
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The Berkeley City Club has made many changes since 1927, starting with opening our doors in 1963 to both men and women. The legacy continues to thrive as a hub for social, business, and cultural interactions. A small group of women felt the need for a center around women's activities and had cherished the plan of bringing this into being in Berkeley.
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Walk into the Berkeley City Club Hotel and feel the historical influences of the 30's. As Berkeley, California's best preserved and most recognized hotel, the Berkeley City Club blends Moorish and gothic elements creating a landmark of California design. Checking into our Berkeley hotel means staying in one of our 38 beautifully preserved guestrooms.
Accommodations
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Sleep comfortably in classic vintage rooms designed with your comfort in mind. Whether you're traveling for business or traveling for pleasure, our Berkeley hotel rooms and suites are equipped with the essentials for your stay with us. We offer discounted group blocks with a 10 room minimum. Contact us for group information.
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