Claremont Resort & Club

41 Tunnel Road, Berkeley, CA, USA, 94705
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Perched on 22 acres in the Berkeley and Oakland Hills, Claremont Resort & Club offers a rare blend of historic charm and modern sophistication, making it one of the Bay Area’s most iconic destinations. Since 1915, the resort has welcomed guests with timeless elegance, breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay, and world-class amenities including Limewood Bar & Restaurant and The Club at the Claremont. With over 30,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space, the Claremont provides the ideal setting for conferences, retreats, weddings, and social celebrations. From intimate board meetings to grand galas, every event is elevated by abundant natural light, state-of-the-art design, and inspiring views of the city and bay. Our dedicated event team ensures seamless planning and execution, while the resort’s culinary offerings, wellness experiences, and luxurious accommodations create a memorable experience for every attendee. Discover why the Claremont has been the Bay Area’s premier gathering place for more than a century.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built1915
Renovated2024
Total meeting space30,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms276
Venue typeResort

Industry Ratings

AAA

Awards

Industry awards
The Best Wellness Retreats To Kick Off Your New Year The Best San Francisco Hotels for Every Type of Traveler Best Hotels in Berkeley, CA 5 Scenic Hotels Less Than Two Hours for the East Bay Discover the Best Brunch in Berkeley, California: Limewood at Claremont Resort and Club Best Pool Hotels in the USA Best of The East Bay 2024 - Best Staycation (gold) Best of the East Bay 2024 - Best Wedding Reception Venue (gold) Best of the East Bay 2024 - Best Hotel Bar (Limewood Silver) Diners' Choice 2024 Limewood Bar & Restaurant Diners' Choice 2024 Claremont Lobby Bar The 20 Best College Town Hotels 2nd Best Hotel In Northern CA 23rd Best Hotel in The World Best Hotels in Berkeley, CA Best Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in the US 2025 Forbes Travel Guide Start Award Winners 2025 Loverly List Best of the Best - Wedding Venue

Venue Highlights

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Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (mountain)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Oct 9, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026
Oct 22, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
May 1, 2027 - Aug 31, 2027
Nov 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
30,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,928 sq. ft.
Space (private)
30,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
22
Second largest room
4,344 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
2,000 sq. ft.

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Meeting space

Meeting room floor plans

Skyline A
Grizzly Peak
Rockridge C
Limewood Semi-Private Space
Kensington
Rockridge A, B

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
276
Single (1 bed)
188
Single (1 bed) rate
$269.00 - $599.00
Double (2 beds)
61
Suites
27
Tax rate
10.25%
Occupancy rate
14.195%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 14 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $36.00/day )
Valet parking
( $56.00/day )
Street parking
Bus parking

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University of California at Berkeley

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellation for event/meetings is noted specifically in each contract. Please discuss with your sales manager.

Additional details

Overlooking the San Francisco Bay, Claremont Resort & Club in Berkeley sets new heights in service, amenities, and accommodations. For the past 110 years, Claremont has been recognized as an icon in the Bay Area. Conveniently located in the heart of Berkeley, the hotel is just a 20-minute drive from downtown San Francisco. All 276 rooms were redesigned in 2016 with contemporary style, while maintaining the classic feel that many have come to love about our property. Many guestrooms offer breathtaking views of downtown San Francisco and the bay. Limewood Bar & Restaurant - Inspired by Bay Area artisans, Limewood is a vibrant, casual gathering place showcasing regionally-sourced cuisine and is complimented by a spirited bar where bartenders pour inventive cocktails and put their own twists on the classics. Famous for our award-winning Claremont Club, guests enjoy complimentary access to fitness classes, state of the art work-out facility, Outdoor F.I.T. Yard, our outdoor heated pool and hot tub, and so much more. You and your attendees will feel revitalized and relaxed after staying with us. Claremont Resort & Club offers endless activities with state-of-the-art fitness facilities and 22 acres of landscaped gardens. Guests can indulge in the saline whirlpool, sauna and steam. The hotel also offers 2 heated pools, a children's pool and 8 tennis courts and 4 pickleball courts. These services are paid and included in the daily resort fee.

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Claremont Resort & Club's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Claremont Resort & Club have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Claremont Resort & Club and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Claremont Resort & Club's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.

Health and Safety

Were practices at Claremont Resort & Club developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Claremont Resort & Club clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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