Sonesta Announces Grand Opening of Signature Inn Berkeley

NEWTON, MA (February  07, 2024) – Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the grand opening of Signature Inn Berkeley, a 29-room, upper-economy property located at 1761 University Avenue in Berkeley, California. The hotel is located close to top attractions in Berkeley, San Francisco, and Oakland, including the University of California, Berkeley, Cesar Chavez Park, the beaches and marinas of San Francisco Bay, Claremont Canyon Preserve and Siesta Valley Recreation Area.

“Sonesta’s addition of the Signature Inn Berkeley marks the first opening for this brand in 2025,” said Keith Pierce, Sonesta’s EVP and President Franchise & Development. “Signature Inn is part of our continued expansion in the upper-economy segment across the United States and reflects our portfolio growth and commitment to providing franchisees with the brands and tools that, as experienced owners and operators ourselves, we view as essential to mutual success.”

Signature Inn by Sonesta summons the golden age of travel and adds a retro-modern twist to provide a unique and comfortable experience. The brand competes with upper economy and midscale brands for road trip destinations, coastal towns and urban locations. Rooted in nostalgia and designed with mid-century influences, Signature Inn invites guests to “Stay Outside Ordinary.” With the opening of the Signature Inn Berkeley, Sonesta now has 14 Signature Inn locations throughout the United States, in markets such as San Francisco, Berkeley, San Diego, Indio, Houston and more!

Signature Inn Berkeley features complimentary Wi-Fi, a lounge, retro-modern atmosphere, glossy décor, signature bath amenities and 24-hour coffee service. Guests of this location will be able to earn or redeem points in the award winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program.