Hostels in Berkeley

You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our guests: Congress Plaza Hotel - 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from the heart of Berkeley. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Harrison Station and Chicago Van Buren Street Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. The snowiest months in Berkeley are January, November, February and December, with each month seeing an average of 13 cm of snowfall.

Overall, Berkeley is known for its restaurants. Major attractions include Wrigley Field, Grant Park and Navy Pier. Get out into nature with places such as Millennium Park, Norridge Park District and Portage Park. Cultural attractions include Art Institute of Chicago, Drury Lane Theater and Ernest Hemingway Museum and House.

Keep this information about transit options in Berkeley in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), 6.1 mi (9.8 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), located 10.9 mi (17.5 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. If you’re looking to check out more of the area, head over to Berkeley Station to catch a train.