Amenities

Explore Our Student Housing Amenities

Living at International House Berkeley offers a one-of-a-kind student housing experience. Our historic building — constructed in the early 20th century — blends timeless architecture with a vibrant, globally connected community just steps from UC Berkeley's campus.

Beyond our rich cultural and academic programming, residents enjoy a variety of shared spaces and convenient amenities designed to support daily life, academic success, and meaningful community connection.

See our FAQs below.

Dining Commons

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All-Inclusive Meal Plan

Heller Patio

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Heller Patio

Front Desk

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24/7 Assistance

Laundry Room

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Laundry Room

Great Hall

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Great Hall

Library

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Quiet Study Spaces

Prayer & Meditation Room

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Prayer & Meditation Room

Game Room

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Game Room

Shared Restrooms

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Communal Single-Gender Restroom

Package & Mail Room

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Efficient Package & Mail Handling

Music Room

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Music Practice Rooms

Sproul Kitchen & Gamble Lounge

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Resident Kitchen

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have wireless internet?

Yes, all resident rooms and most public spaces are equipped with wireless connections that allow you to connect directly to the University of California network.

Do you accommodate special diets? Vegetarian?

Dining Services offers a variety of meals daily, including vegetarian options. While we are not able to guarantee special dietary requests, you are encouraged to reach out to our dining team at dining@ihouseberkeley.org as early as possible to discuss. 

Please note that our kitchen is not certified halal or kosher, and we are unable to guarantee meals prepared according to these laws.

Is there a printer on site? 

Yes, we have a WEPA printer on the ground floor. You can print to this printer via the WEPA app. 

What is the neighborhood like? Is there noise? 

I-House is a traditional residence hall setting, located in a busy residential area on the edge of the UC Berkeley campus that is home to various student co-ops, fraternities, and sororities. It is also adjacent to two popular campus event venues: California Memorial Stadium and the Greek Theater. At times, there is a high level of activity in the neighborhood, which can cause some level of outside noise and disruption. In addition, there are some sources of building-related noise from facility equipment inside and outside the building that create both regular and intermittent noise. International House strives to be a safe, respectful, and quiet living environment that supports the academic success and well-being of its residents. Community members at International House are expected to follow all the rules necessary to maintain a quiet environment as outlined in our Quiet Hours policy in the Resident Handbook.

Is International House accessible for those with physical disabilities? 

The facilities at I-House are wheelchair accessible, including resident rooms, ADA restrooms on each floor, hallways, elevators, the Dining Commons, and the main entrance. Requests for accommodations should be submitted by using the Accommodation Request Form on your Resident Portal as early as possible as the review and implementation process can take several weeks. Such requests must be supported by medical documentation demonstrating the need for the accommodation requested. Instructions can be found on our Medical Accommodations page. Questions should be directed to our Resident Life team at residentlife@ihouseberkeley.org

Is there parking space available for residents? 

Street parking at meters is free after 6 p.m. In nonmetered areas, parking is free for two hours and unregulated after 7 p.m. We recommend our residents apply for an overnight parking permit with UC Berkeley. 

Is there a place I can store my bike?

 Yes, I-House has a designated outdoor bike cage that is accessible only by I-House ID.