Urgent, help! International student: which hotel?

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of California - Berkeley
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<p>Hi. I am going to be an international Cal student. I have to fly to Berkeley earlier than the move in date for my accommodation and so I need to stay at a hotel for two nights. I have found 4 hotels that looks decent and are close to the campus, but don't know which one to choose. The prices are all similar.</p>

<p>Hotel Durant
Berkeley city club hotel
Beau sky hotel
Bancroft hotel</p>

<p>Could any of you who know the area give me suggestions on which one I should choose. I am basically looking for convenience since I will have to walk into campus for the few I will be staying in a hotel. Thank you in advanced :)</p>

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<p>The closest to campus is the Hotel Durant, which is next door to Unit 1. So close, in fact, I kindly refer to it as the "Parent's Dorm", or Unit 1, Durant Hall.</p>

<p>Having said that, I can assure you that all of your selections have been booked for months. You may get lucky with a cancellation, but it is doubtful.</p>

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<p>Another option in general, a bit further away and more expensive, is the Doubletree at Berkeley Marina. They offer free transportation to Cal. </p>

<p>They are sold out for Aug 22-Aug 24, I am afraid.</p>

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<p>Craigslist has some temporary housing offers that might work out. No idea if any have space for 22nd-24th but here is an example listing for $125 per nite in a cottage about 7-8 blocks walk from campus. </p>

<p>Cozy</a> Private Cottage~Now Available~</p>

<p>Another example, $300 per week walking distance to campus</p>

<p>Bedroom</a> in Shared Guest House in North Berkeley</p>

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<p>Look at trip advisor.com. Durant is actually pretty expensive. Beau Sky may not honor your reservation.</p>

<p>Berkeley</a> Hotels: Read Berkeley Hotel Reviews and Compare Prices - TripAdvisor</p>

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<p>Or book in Oakland and use the BART.</p>

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<p>those are all pretty good hotels, I would call IMMEDIATELY, they get booked very quickly by wary parents. If those don't work, you can probably find a motel quasi-close. It isn't great, but fine for a day or two.</p>