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Hotel Meeting & Banquet Facilities

 

BANCROFT HOTEL
2680 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 549-0113
(510) 666-8412
Fax: (510) 549-1070
1920's charm. This National Landmark is located across the street from UC Berkeley. 22 sleeping rooms and several special event rooms, including 3000 sq. ft. Great Hall. Offering an expanded Continental breakfast. Entire hotel available for rental for your special event. Featured in the Universal Pictures movie "Junior."

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 4200
Maximum Capacity: 300
Banquet: 225
Reception: 300

 
BERKELEY CITY CLUB
2315 Durant Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 848-7800
Fax: (510) 848-5900
California landmark designed in 1929 by Julia Morgan offering bed and breakfast accommodations. 30 rooms with sweeping views of San Francisco Bay. 2 blocks from the UC Berkeley Campus.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 8200
Maximum Capacity: 350
Banquet: 200
Reception: 350
 
DOUBLETREE HOTEL & EXEC. MTG. CENTER
200 Marina Blvd.
Berkeley, CA  94710
800-222-8783
510-548-7920
Fax: 510-548-7944
A world class, full service hotel with a 5,000 sq. ft. ballroom and an 8,000 sq. ft. Executive Meeting Center overlooking the San Francisco Bay. Featuring the Sweet Dreams bed, two pools, two whirlpools, sauna, HSIA and exercise facility. The only "Certified Green" hotel in Berkeley. Join us in the Bay Grille and lounge. Wheelchair accessible.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 15000
Maximum Capacity: 800
Banquet: 400
Meeting: 450
Reception: 650
Theatre: 650
 
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES
1175 University Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94702
(510) 548-1700
(866) 548-1700
Fax: (510) 548-1705
We offer complimentary continental breakfast, free parking, handicapped accessible rooms, fitness center, video center, Jacuzzi suites, complimentary DSL connection, and Priority Club Reward Points.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 600
Maximum Capacity: 30
Banquet: 30
Reception: 63
 
HOTEL DURANT
2600 Durant Avenue
Berkeley , CA  94704
(800) 238-7268
(510) 845-8981
Fax: (510) 486-8336
144 quiet, comfortable, non-smoking rooms and suites. The Durant has become a tradition for generations of Alumni, faculty and event planners since 1928. It's the only full service hotel next to the campus.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 2412
Maximum Capacity: 90
Banquet: 90
Meeting: 60
Reception: 110
Theatre: 75
 
ROSE GARDEN INN
2740 Telegraph Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94705
510-549-2145
800-992-9005
Fax: 510-549-1085
Five buildings with historic mansions and spacious, modern suites are surrounded by beautiful gardens and trickling fountains. Enjoy complimentary parking and full buffet breakfast daily.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 500
Maximum Capacity: 75
Banquet: 30
Reception: 75
 

Conference & Meeting Facilities

 

ASUC MEETING & CONFERENCE FACILITIES, UC BERKELEY
400 Eshleman Hall
Berkeley, CA  94720-4500
(510) 642-1141
Located in the heart of Berkeley on UC's famous Sproul Plaza, the ASUC Meeting & Conference Facilities is the ideal locale for meetings, conferences, banquets and special events. Whether for 9 or 900, we have facilities to suit all your needs. Wheelchair accessible.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 14000
Maximum Capacity: 1400
Banquet: 500
Meeting / Conference: 1400
Reception: 1000
Theatre Seating: 900
 
BERKELEY ART MUSEUM & PACIFIC FILM ARCHIVE, UC BERKELEY
2625 Durant Avenue #2250
Berkeley, CA  94720-2250
510-642-0808
BAM/PFA presents new perspectives on historical and contemporary art and film from around the world in more than fifteen exhibitions and 500 film screenings each year. Find out what's on today--visit our website.

Maximum Capacity: 475
Outdoor Theatre: 222
 
BERKELEY COMMUNITY THEATRE
1930 Allston Way
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 644-8603
The Berkeley Community Theater is a noted venue located on the campus of Berkeley High School. The theater has 3,500 seats, including a balcony section. A large stage is extended by an orchestra pit that can be raised or lowered.

Maximum Capacity: 3500

 
BERKELEY CONFERENCE SERVICES, UC BERKELEY
2601 Warring Street
Berkeley, CA  94704
510-642-4444
Our beautiful campus is located in the heart of Berkeley, surrounded byunique shops and cafes. San Francisco is just across the Bay. Other attractions close by are the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito and the Napa Valley Wine Country. Wheelchair accessible.

Banquet: 300
Meeting / Conference: 2200
Reception: 750
Theatre Seating: 2200
 
BERKELEY FACULTY CLUB, UC BERKELEY
UC Berkeley Campus
Berkeley, CA  94720-6050
(510) 540-5678
Founded in 1902, the Faculty Club provides a historic and well-equipped venue for conferences, weddings, graduations and Alumni reunions. Located in the heart of the Berkeley campus, the club offers 23 guest rooms for out of town guests at competitive prices. Healthful, organic breakfast, lunch and dinners are served in the Kerr dining room Monday through Friday.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 3,100
Maximum Capacity: 285
Banquet: 280
Meeting/Conference: 285
Reception: 360
Theatre: 285
 
BERKELEY REPERTORY THEATRE
2025 Addison Street
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 647-2900
State-of-the-art theatre complex, rehearsal space and meeting rooms. We can accommodate groups from 10-600. Visit our website for photos and details. Wheelchair accessible.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 16000
Maximum Cap.: 600
Banquet: 250
Meeting: 600
Reception: 300
Theatre: 600
 
BERKELEY ROSE GARDEN
Euclid & Eunice Streets
(510) 664-6530
Located next to Codornices Park, the Rose Garden is a semi-circular terraced amphitheatre with rows of gorgeous fragrant roses, holding 3,000 rose bushes and 250 varieties of roses on 3.64 acres. Considered by many, to be the finest rose garden in Northern California. Traditionally, the annual winners in the All-American Rose Society were planted at the Garden; others were supplied by growers from all over the world. A wonderful location for weddings. Please call the City Recreation Office for more information and reservations.
 
BOTANICAL GARDEN, UC BERKELEY
200 Centennial Drive
Berkeley, CA  94720-5045
(510) 643-2755
The UC Botanical Garden is a non-profit research garden and living museum open to the public. Its acres display over 12,000 kinds of plants from around the world. Open daily 9:00am-5:00pm. Closed first Tue. of each month. Summer Hours: Memorial Day to Labor Day; Wed.-Sun., 9:00am-8:00pm. Adults $5, Seniors $3, Children 3-18 $1. Free admission first Thu. of each month. Free Docent Tours Thu., Sat. and Sun. 1:30pm.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 1696
Maximum Capacity: 103
Banquet: 103
Reception: 103
 
BRAZILIAN ROOM, TILDEN REGIONAL PARK
Wildcat Canyon & Shasta Road
Berkeley, CA  94708
(510) 540-0220
This historic facility is popular for weddings, social events and meetings, and is available for reservation. Catering may be arranged. The hall, patio and commercial kitchen may be viewed prior to reservation.
 
EXPRESSIONS GALLERY
2035 Ashby Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94703
(510) 849-3111
Fax: Same
Expressions Gallery, a floral art and fine arts gallery, also offering floral design services, events planning, gallery rental space, classes and entertainment series.

 
FLORENCE SCHWIMLEY LITTLE THEATRE
Allston Way @ MLK Jr Way
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 644-8603
The Berkeley Community Theater is a noted venue located in Berkeley, California on the campus of Berkeley High School. The This Florence Schwimley Little Theater, a smaller theater that plays home to many high school plays and concerts.

Theatre: 600
 
GAIA ARTS CENTER
2120 Allston Way
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 665-0305
Theatre and large mezzanine with small break-out rooms. Ideal for performances, lectures, conferences, meetings, private parties, weddings and much more. We can accommodate groups up to 290 and feature a state-of-the-art audio visual system.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 5139
Maximum Capacity: 225
Banquet: 225
Reception: 225
Theatre Seating: 120
 
GOLDEN GATE FIELDS
1100 Eastshore Hwy
Berkeley, CA  94710
(510) 559-7384
Fax: (510) 559-7481
A full service Thoroughbred horse racing facility located on the San Francisco Bay. Perfect for large group outings or an intimate day at the races with friends. We are also a great venue for private parties, conventions, and facility rentals.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 80000
Maximum Capacity: 14000
Banquet: 1000
Meeting / Conference: 1030
Reception: 2000

 
HALL OF HEALTH
2230 Shattuck Avenue, lower level
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 549-1564
A hands-on health museum sponsored by Children's Hospital Oakland. Interactive exhibits teach about the workings of the human body and good health practices. Hours: Tue-Sat 10am-4pm.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 1000
Maximum Capacity: 70
Meeting / Conference: 40
Reception: 150
 
HEARST GREEK THEATRE, UC BERKELEY
Amphitheatre @ Gayley Road
UC Berkeley Campus  
(510) 642-0675
Built in 1903, The Greek Theatre is a 6,000 seat amphitheater set into the hills.

Outdoor Theatre: 6500

 
HILLSIDE CLUB
2286 Cedar Street
Berkeley, CA  94709
(510) 848-3227
Built in 1924, the historic Hillside Club offers a beautiful Arts & Crafts atmosphere located in the heart of North berkeley. Amenities include a catering staging area, A/V system, excellent acoustics, theatrical stage and lighting, dressing rooms, massive stone fireplace, tall divided light windows and beamed ceilings. Walking distance to UC campus
 
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE-CONF & CATERING
2299 Piedmont Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94720
(510) 642-0589
Fax: (510) 643-8314
Historic cultural center ideal for intimate and large scale meetings, banquets, and weddings. 460 seat auditorium, outdoor patio, audio-visual, and catering services available.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 7000
Maximum Capacity: 460
Banquet: 250
Meeting / Conference: 460
Reception: 460
Outdoor Theatre: 150

 
JAZZSCHOOL
2087 Addison Street
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 845-5373
An innovative music school dedicated to the study and peformance of America's indigenous music -- jazz and related styles of music. Sunday night "jam sessions". Enjoy an opportunity to sign and play your favorite jazz standards.

Maximum Capacity: 60
Meeting / Conference: 40
 
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF EAST BAY
1414 Walnut Street
Berkeley, CA  94709
(510) 848-0237
The Jewish Community Center of the East Bay presents the finest Jewish and non-Jewish arts & culture, health and spiritual programs in Berkeley. Come for family gatherings, youth activities, performances, book reading, films, exhibitions and more. Tours for groups of 15 or more. Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-8pm. Weekend hours vary. Wheelchair accessible.

Banquets: 150
Meetings: 250
Receptions: 250
Theatre Seating: 200
 
JULIA MORGAN CENTER FOR THE ARTS
2640 College Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 845-8542
Fax: (510) 845-3133
Bring your next meeting or group event to the historic Julia Morgan Center. Choice of 328 seat theater space with multi-media capabilities, or intimate studio spaces for smaller groups. Neighborhood setting close to great shops and restaurants in the Elmwood District. Wheelchair accessible.
 
LAWRENCE HALL OF SCIENCE, UC BERKELEY
1 Centennial Drive below Grizzly Peak
Berkeley, CA  94720
(510) 642-5132
UC Berkeley's public science center is dedicated to hands-on science and mathematics. "Forces That Shape the Bay" showcases the stunning location of LHS high above the San Francisco Bay, and the Natural forces at work below. Indoors features the Idea Lab, NanoZone, and Real Astronomy Experience. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm. Adults $9.50; Youths $7.50; Children $5.50; Children age 2 & under Free. Group Tours available. Wheelchair accessible.

Maximum Capacity: 290
Banquet: 250
Meeting / Conference: 75
Reception: 500
Outdoor Theatre: 300
 
PYRAMID BREWERY & ALEHOUSE
901 Gilman Street
Berkeley, CA  94710
(510) 528-9880
Fax: (510) 528-9921
Pyramid Alehouse is the home of award-winning Pyramid Ales and Lagers, and authentic brewhouse cuisine. An ideal setting for any occasion--either in our beer garden or mezzanine overlooking the brewery. Wheelchair accessible. Free brewery tours daily. Lunch daily: 11:30am-3:30pm; Dinner Mon-Fri 11:30am-10:00pm; Sat & Sun 11:30am-11:00pm. A/E, DINERS, M/C & VISA.

Maximum Capacity: 200
Banquet: 200
Reception: 200
 
TAKARA SAKE USA
708 Addison Street
Berkeley, CA  94710
(510) 540-8250
Open daily 12PM to 6PM. The Sake Museum adjoining the Tasting Room includes a display illustrating the sake-making process and features a rare collection of old tools and artifacts.
 
USS HORNET MUSEUM, ALAMEDA
707 W. Hornet Avenue, Pier 3
Alameda, CA 94501 , CA  94501
(510) 521-8448
Fax: (510) 749-3699
Explore an authentically restored aircraft carrier from Captain's Bridge to Engine Room. A National Historical Landmark, this ship participated in WWII and the Apollo 11 moon mission. Exhibits include naval aircraft and the West Coast's largest display of Apollo artifacts. In addition to being a museum, the ship is available for banquets, corporate events, dances, and youth overnights. Group Tours available.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 44,500
Maximum Cap.: 3000
Banquet: 2000
Meeting: 3000
Outdoor Theatre: 3000
Reception: 2500

 
WESTMINSTER HOUSE
2315 College Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94705
(510) 647-2328
Fax: (510) 845-2729
Two beautiful, newly-renovated properties directly across the street from the University of California-Berkeley. We invite your participation by offering our facility, conference center and friendly staff to service you next corporate or group meeting, summer camp or conference. Our rates are unbeatable.

Maximum Capacity: 187
 
ZELLERBACH HALL, UC BERKELEY
101 Zellerbach Hall #4800
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 642-0212
Zellerbach Hall/Cal Performances: The hall has it all: a 2,000-seat auditorium, where ballets, dances and symphonies are performed, and a 500-seat playhouse.
 

Convention Services

 

AMTRAK
530 Water Street
Oakland, CA  94507
(800) 872-RAIL
(800) 872-7245
Amtrak offers direct service to Berkeley with frequent Capitol Corridor trains from Auburn-Sacramento and San Jose stopping at University Ave. at 3rd Street. Additional train service is available from the Emeryvile station with Amtrak now serving over 500 cities.
 
ANOTHER BULLWINKEL SHOW
2934 Fulton Street
Berkeley, CA  94705
(510) 548-5335
Fax: (510) 548-5335
We put on real Badenov events, business socials, theme parties, picnics, parades, and even street festivals. We've got the scoop on the local scene, where to go and what to do--real Mr.Know-It-Alls. We promise to Do-Right by you! Email: LBullwinkl@aol.com
 
BAYPORTER EXPRESS SHUTTLE
27 Industrial Way
Brisbane , CA  94005
(887) 467-1800
(415) 467-1800
Airport shuttle express to and from San Francisco & Oakland International Airports. Group and charter rates. Major credit cards accepted on board.
 
CALIFORNIA TOURS
2015 Center Street
Berkeley, CA  94704
(877) 338-3883
(510) 549-4211
Fax: (510) 549-4210
California Tours can enhance your event by providing both pre- and post-conference tours to many destinations on the West Coast. In addition, we have facilitated meetings, conventions and incentive tours throughout the U.S., Canada, Baja California, (Mexico), the Caribbean and Europe. Customized travel and transportation services. Wheelchair accessible.
 
FOREIGN CURRENCY EXCHANGE CORP.
2301 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 704-1900
Fax: (800) 323-4558
We buy and sell foreign currency from almost eight different countries. Many of these currencies are kept in stock, so almost all requests can be accommodated without a wait. We can also process foreign drafts or checks.
 

Restaurant Private Banquet Facilities

 

ADAGIA RESTAURANT
2700 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 647-2300
Fax: (510) 647-2301
Located in the historic Westminster House across from UC. Serving organic and sustainable Mediterranean food. Outdoor patio and entire restaurant available for banquets. Lunch Mon-Fri 11am-5pm; Dinner Mon-Sun 5-10pm; Brunch Sat & Sun 10:30am-3pm. All major credit cards.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 1,800
Maximum Capacity: 250
Banquet: 104; Patio: 60
Reception: 200
 
BECKETT'S OF BERKELEY
2771 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 647-1792
Fax: (510) 647-1793
Beckett's is set in a 1925 acclaimed French Provincial building. We serve traditional Irish favorites and classic American cuisine with great live music nightly. Dinner daily 4:00-10:00pm. A/E, DISC, DINERS, M/C & VISA.

Maximum Capacity: 120
Banquet: 35
Reception: 120

 
BISTRO LIAISON
1849 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94709
(510) 849-2155
Walking distance to the Arts District and UC Campus. Serving traditional French cuisine in an authentic ambiance. Using only the freshest ingredients, our seasonal menu highlights traditional dishes, and vegetarian specialities and salads. Private dining room, full bar, and French and California wines. Hours: Open daily: Coffee/Croissant Mon-Fri 7-11:30am; Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm; Dinner Mon-Sat 5:30-10pm, Sun 5-10pm; Brunch Sat & Sun 10am-3pm. M/C & VISA.

Banquet: 60
 
CAFE DE LA PAZ
1600 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94709
(510) 843-0662
Fax: (510) 843-0669
One of the Bay Area's original Nuevo Latino and Tapas restaurants. Fresh distinctive, seafood dishes. Full bar, specialty drinks. Banquets & Catering. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-4pm, Dinner daily 4-10pm, Brunch Sat & Sun 11am-4pm.

Maximum Sq. Ft.: 1000
Maximum Capacity: 125
Banquet: 80
Reception: 125
 
CAFFE VENEZIA
1799 University Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94703
(510) 849-4681
Fax: (510) 849-3104
Now in its 26th year, Caffe Venezia is an Italian restaurant acclaimed for its great food, value and charming interior that invokes an Italian piazza with floor to ceiling murals, central fountain and hanging laundry. Wheelchair accessible. Hours Lunch Tue-Fri 11:30am-2pm; Dinner Mon-Thu 5:30-9:30pm, Fri 5:30-10:00pm, Sat 5:00-10:00pm, Sun 5:00-9:30pm. A/E, DINERS, DISC, M/C, VISA

Lunch Banquet: 40
Dinner Banquet: 40
Private Room: 28
Private Event: 100
 
LE BATEAU IVRE RESTAURANT
2629 Telegraph Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94704
(510) 849-1100
Fax: (510) 849-1101
Telegraph Area. A Berkeley Landmark 7 blocks south of UC campus. Fixed menus and daily specials, cafe menu served all day. Full bar. Banquets and private parties. Free wireless Internet access.

Maximum Capacity: 100
Banquet: 50-100
Meeting: 8-50
Reception: 50-100
 
POMEGRANATE RESTAURANT & CATERING
1585 University Avenue
Berkeley, CA  94703
(510) 665-5567
Fax: (510) 665-5547
Mediterranean food in a cozy space, with a casual front room and an elevated back room. Banquet room and private party space availalble. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, Dinner Mon-Fri 5:00-10:00pm. A/E, DINERS, DISC, M/C VISA

Maximum Capacity: 40
Banquet: 40
 
SKATES ON THE BAY
100 Seawall Drive
Berkeley, CA  94710
(510) 549-1900
Fax: (510) 549-0257
Skates on the Bay offers outstanding fish preparations, signature prime rib and a full appetizer menu. Our fireplace lounge invites you in for a light meal or just for dessert. Families enjoy our weekend brunch while seeing our spectacular view of the Golden Gate Bridge. Vegan dishes available.

Banquets for 25-50.
 
SPENGER'S FRESH FISH GROTTO
1919 Fourth Street
Berkeley, CA  94710
(510) 845-7777
Fax: (510) 845-7774
A Historical Landmark since opening its doors in 1890, Spenger's Fresh Fish Grotto is located as the anchor to the trendy Fourth Street Shopping District. Spenger's has become famous for its fresh cuisine, inviting nautical atmosphere and superior service. Also offering Sunday brunch.
Reservations 510-845-7771
Banquets/Events 510-845-7777

Maxim Sq. Ft.: 3000
Maximum Capacity: 400
Banquet: 225
Reception: 400
 

 

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