Accommodations
Hotel Durant, Berkeley
East Bay
Berkeley’s only full service, boutique hotel, Hotel Durant, is a unique blend of classic Spanish Mediterranean architecture and modern conveniences. Steps away from the U.C. Berkeley campus and Telegraph Avenue, the Hotel Durant infuses the formal university setting with the bohemian spirit that Berkeley is known for, making it an ideal destination for alumni, students’ families and friends, sports fans and academic groups.
After a multi-million dollar renovation in 2008, the Hotel Durant is green certified and offers 143 comfortably-appointed guestrooms with modern conveniences and whimsical details.
Guests of the Hotel Durant will enjoy the on-site full service restaurant and bar, Henry’s, a casual and relaxed gathering place where guests can indulge in fine food and a fun atmosphere. Henry's serves classic bar favorites, plus a new wine program and handcrafted cocktails. For those who crave a little 'comfort food,’ Chef Eddie Blyden — an admired Bay Area Chef - keeps it simple with his global gastropub-style of cooking, featuring a menu that incorporates seasonally available fresh produce and Northern California favorites.
The Hotel Durant is a local landmark, which brings a distinct sense of pride and local Berkeley charm to every guest who walks through its doors.
As there are a limited number of rooms available under the special TOUGH Symposium group rate of $116.00/night plus taxes, you are encouraged to make your room reservations early by visiting this link.
Additional information about the Hotel Durant may be found by visiting their web site at:
Hotel Durant Berkeley, San Francisco East Bay
* Special Group Rate $116 is only available for the Dates of September 13th, 2009 through September 19th, 2009. Must Book by August 28th, 2009.
Dining
No visit to the Bay Area is complete without sampling its wide range of fine foods. LBNL's restaurant web site provides an extensive list of places in Berkeley and North Oakland. Many local restaurants are listed the SFGate East Bay Neighborhood site.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Directions to LBNL from Hotel Durant using LBNL Shuttle Bus Service
- Turn left on Durant St. after exiting hotel
- Turn right on Bowditch to Bancroft Avenue
- Cross the street and go right up Bancroft to the LBNL shuttle bus stop at College and Bancroft (or down the street at Telegraph and Bancroft)
- You’ll see the “Berkeley Lab” sign
- The LBNL “Orange” shuttle bus runs every 10 minutes until 9:40am
- Please wave at the LBNL bus driver to ensure that they know you would like to ride the shuttle bus.
- Some of the bus stops are also stops for the UCB and other public transportation. Make sure you take the bus labeled “LBNL” or “Berkeley Lab”
- Please tell the driver you are attending the TOUGH Symposium in Building 66
- The “Orange” shuttle will drive to downtown Berkeley, then up the Hill to LBNL along the north side of campus.
- The shuttle will stop at Bldg. 66
Directions to LBNL from Downtown Berkeley using LBNL Shuttle Bus Service
- The shuttle stop is on the north east corner of Shattuck Avenue at Addison
- You’ll see the “Berkeley Lab” sign
- The LBNL “Orange” shuttle bus runs every 10 minutes until 9:40am
- Please wave at the LBNL bus driver to ensure that they know you would like to ride the shuttle bus.
- Some of the bus stops are also stops for the UCB and other public transportation. Make sure you take the bus labeled “LBNL” or “Berkeley Lab”
- Please tell the driver you are attending the TOUGH Symposium in Building 66
- The “Orange” shuttle will drive to downtown Berkeley, then up the Hill to LBNL along the north side of campus.
- The shuttle will stop at Bldg. 66
Click here for the Orange Route schedule and Map