Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel

Claremont Club & Spa sits on Tunnel Road in Berkeley, tucked into the hills just above the University of California campus. The hotel overlooks the urban sprawl toward the bay, providing a transition from the dense academic streets below into a quiet, expansive property.

The hotel draws from its proximity to Tilden Regional Park, offering access to hiking trails that most city-based stays cannot match. While other Berkeley hotels focus on the foot traffic of the university, the Claremont prioritizes its spa and outdoor pool as the primary reasons to stay. It suits those who want a resort-style retreat better than travelers looking to be in the middle of local nightlife. The property offers a necessary buffer for those who find the energy of the bay area’s core too relentless.