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Hotel Mira Vista

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Hotel Mira Vista
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Hotel Mira Vista is a privately held boutique hotel operating a single property at 6009 Potrero Avenue in El Cerrito, California, positioned adjacent to Interstate 80 and within a short drive of UC Berkeley and San Francisco Bay Area attractions. The 100% non-smoking property offers newly renovated guest rooms in two main configurations (1 King Bed at $129/night and 2 Queen Beds at $139/night), plus ADA-compliant accessible rooms with roll-in showers, safety bars, TDD telephones, and 32-inch doorways. Complimentary amenities include high-speed WiFi, on-site parking, daily housekeeping, restaurant delivery, and 24/7 front desk service; a truck/18-wheeler parking capability and a nearby EV charging station further differentiate the property from typical urban competitors. The hotel targets four primary segments — business travelers to Bay Area commercial centers, family vacationers visiting San Francisco attractions, families of UC Berkeley students, and leisure weekend visitors — all served through a direct-to-consumer model with no enterprise anchor accounts disclosed.

The core technology stack is delivered through a partnership with INNsight, which provides the website platform, integrated real-time booking engine, and digital marketing tooling with SSL encryption and PCI compliance. The hotel's website is certified WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessible, and the property offers 360-degree 3D virtual tours of guest rooms, lobby, exterior, and aerial views to support pre-booking conversion. Distribution occurs through the INNsight-powered direct booking site, phone reservations, and third-party channels including TripAdvisor, Yelp, Google Business Profile, Facebook, Foursquare, and LinkedIn, with group reservations (6+ rooms) handled via direct contact. Revenue is generated primarily from nightly room stays (one-time unit pricing per night) supplemented by ancillary transaction fees on services such as copy/fax, crib rental, rollaway rental, and restaurant delivery; bundled packages including 'Book Direct and Save' and an Uncle Wong's Restaurant dining special provide modest incremental yield.

Short descriptiontext

Hotel Mira Vista is a privately held boutique non-smoking hotel in El Cerrito, California, near UC Berkeley and the San Francisco Bay Area, offering renovated guest rooms, ADA-compliant accessible rooms, complimentary parking and WiFi, and direct online booking for business travelers, families, and university visitors.

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Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
101–250
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersBerkeley, United States
HQ citystring
Berkeley
HQ countrystring
United States
HQ regionstring
North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
boutique hotel accommodation, hotel guest rooms, accessible hotel rooms, hotel parking services, hospitality lodging
Industry1 code
PRIMARYTHAGABAC
Midscale Limited-Service Hotels
Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Limited-Service & Budget Hotels
NAICS code1 code
  • Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels72111
SIC code1 code
  • Hotels & Motels7011
Product category
Hospitality Lodging
GTM motion1 record

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model2 records
1Hotel Room Accommodations
TypeOne Time License
Description

Primary revenue from overnight hotel stays. Guests pay per night based on room type selected. Additional revenue from extra person fees ($10 per night for children over 12 and adults).

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2Ancillary Services
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Revenue from add-on services including copy service, fax service, crib rental, rollaway bed rental, and restaurant delivery service.

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Marketing channels8 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels5 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Pricing details3 tiers
11 King Bed - Non Smoking
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

$129.00 per night. Standard non-smoking room with 1 king bed, includes all standard amenities.

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22 Queen Beds - Non Smoking
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

$139.00 per night. Non-smoking room with 2 queen beds for larger parties/families.

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3Accessible Rooms
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Accessible rooms (1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds) available at standard pricing with ADA-compliant features including roll-in shower, safety bars, TDD telephone, and wider doorways.

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GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeServices
Services
Core offering1 text field

Hotel Mira Vista operates a 100% non-smoking boutique hotel in El Cerrito, California, offering guest room accommodations in 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds configurations along with ADA-compliant accessible rooms. The property provides complimentary amenities including high-speed Wi-Fi, on-site parking, daily housekeeping, and 24/7 front desk service, complemented by ancillary services such as truck/large vehicle parking, restaurant delivery, and special packages including a dining bundle with Uncle Wong's Restaurant.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 3 values shown
  • 100% Guest Satisfaction based on 3 guest reviews
+2 more records
Product overview1 text field

Hotel Mira Vista is a 100% non-smoking boutique hotel in El Cerrito, California, positioned near UC Berkeley and San Francisco Bay Area attractions. The property offers a unified hospitality product centered on guest room accommodations (1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds configurations, plus accessible rooms), supported by complementary services including complimentary parking, free high-speed Wi-Fi, guest laundry, and around-the-clock front desk assistance. The hotel provides virtual 360-degree tours as a pre-booking preview feature, special packages for direct bookings and dining, and truck/large vehicle parking for travelers on I-80.

Product and service4 records
1Hotel Mira Vista Guest Rooms
CategoryHotel Accommodation
Description

Boutique non-smoking guest rooms offering 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds accommodations with amenities including flat-screen TVs with premium channels, free Wi-Fi, refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer, work desk, and iron/ironing board.

2Accessible Guest Rooms
3Truck and Large Vehicle Parking
4Specials and Packages
Scale indicator3 records

Each record includes

Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership8 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or Integration
Description

INNsight provides the hotel's website platform, booking engine, and digital marketing technology. Website development and hosting provided by INNsight.com, Inc. The INNsight booking system processes reservations securely with SSL encryption and PCI compliance standards.

2Uncle Wong's Restaurant
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Uncle Wong's Restaurant Special is a package offering combining hotel stay with dining at Uncle Wong's Restaurant, providing guests with discounted accommodation and dining bundle.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing Partner
Description

Yelp integration provides restaurant recommendations in the local area on the hotel's Things To Do page, with Yelp-powered listings and reviews. The hotel maintains a business presence on Yelp for guest reviews.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing Partner
Description

TripAdvisor integration for guest reviews and ratings. Hotel maintains presence on TripAdvisor with review links and booking referrals through the platform.

Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

San Francisco Airport transportation information provided on hotel website with flight status links, assisting guests with travel planning to the hotel.

6San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

San Jose Airport transportation information provided on hotel website with flight status links, assisting guests with travel planning to the hotel.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

Oakland Airport transportation information provided on hotel website with flight status links, assisting guests with travel planning to the hotel.

Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

Hotel website developed to conform with W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA compliance, as verified by third-party accessibility standards.

Recent move6 records

Each record includes

Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight4 records

Each record includes

Type, Description

Peers10 records
1Graduate Berkeley
TypeDirect peer
Description

Themed boutique hotel directly serving the UC Berkeley market with comparable family and visitor segments. Operates in the same Berkeley micro-market with overlapping demand drivers (graduations, sporting events, campus visits).

TypeDirect peer
Description

Midscale branded competitor located in the same El Cerrito micro-market as Hotel Mira Vista, directly contesting UC Berkeley visitor, business, and freeway-stop demand.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Boutique hotel in downtown Berkeley, located a few miles from Hotel Mira Vista. Both target UC Berkeley visitors, families, and Bay Area leisure travelers with similar midscale positioning and comparable amenities.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Branded select-service hotel in Berkeley targeting the same business-traveler and university-visitor segments as Hotel Mira Vista, but backed by Marriott's loyalty program, central reservations, and broader corporate accounts.

5INNsight (technology partner)
TypeOthers
Description

Hospitality technology provider whose booking engine powers Hotel Mira Vista's direct reservation system. Not a direct competitor, but relevant as a peer-class technology and digital-marketing partner for independent boutique hotels.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Historic upscale resort property in Berkeley serving leisure, family, and corporate demand. While at a higher price tier, it competes for Bay Area leisure visitors who might otherwise consider El Cerrito-area lodging.

TypeRegional player
Description

Budget extended-stay option in Berkeley targeting longer-duration Bay Area visitors, including UC Berkeley-affiliated extended stays. Competes on price-sensitive family and visitor segments.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Full-service branded property serving Berkeley and Bay Area leisure travelers with overlapping family-vacationer appeal. Competes for the same UC Berkeley visitor demand pool from a waterfront location.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Limited-service branded competitor in the same Berkeley sub-market targeting value-conscious business and family travelers with complimentary breakfast — a directly comparable amenity set to Hotel Mira Vista.

TypeRegional player
Description

Extended-stay branded hotel in nearby Emeryville serving business and family travelers visiting the Bay Area. Targets overlapping I-80 corridor demand from a slightly higher rate tier.

Market position
Strengths4 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Weaknesses4 records

Each record includes

Headline, Details, Source

Competitive moat4 records

Each record includes

Type, Details

Key risks6 records

Each record includes

Headline, Details, Source

Key highlights6 records

Each record includes

Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Named customers5 records

Each record includes

Name, Industry, Type, Use case, Source, UUID

Segment4 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile4 records

Each record includes

Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
No
API detail
Has APIbool
No

Docs URL, Description

AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature3 records

Each record includes

Title, Differentiator, Description, Source

Core technology
Revenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Number of profiles
No data
Compliance2 records

Each record includes

Name, Class, Description

Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

Each record includes

Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

Each record includes

Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

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M&A

Each record includes

Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

Each record includes

Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

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Hotel Mira Vista

Hospitality Lodginghotelmiravista.com

Hotel Mira Vista is a privately held boutique non-smoking hotel in El Cerrito, California, near UC Berkeley and the San Francisco Bay Area, offering renovated guest rooms, ADA-compliant accessible rooms, complimentary parking and WiFi, and direct online booking for business travelers, families, and university visitors.

What Hotel Mira Vista does

Hotel Mira Vista is a privately held boutique hotel operating a single property at 6009 Potrero Avenue in El Cerrito, California, positioned adjacent to Interstate 80 and within a short drive of UC Berkeley and San Francisco Bay Area attractions. The 100% non-smoking property offers newly renovated guest rooms in two main configurations (1 King Bed at $129/night and 2 Queen Beds at $139/night), plus ADA-compliant accessible rooms with roll-in showers, safety bars, TDD telephones, and 32-inch doorways. Complimentary amenities include high-speed WiFi, on-site parking, daily housekeeping, restaurant delivery, and 24/7 front desk service; a truck/18-wheeler parking capability and a nearby EV charging station further differentiate the property from typical urban competitors. The hotel targets four primary segments — business travelers to Bay Area commercial centers, family vacationers visiting San Francisco attractions, families of UC Berkeley students, and leisure weekend visitors — all served through a direct-to-consumer model with no enterprise anchor accounts disclosed.

The core technology stack is delivered through a partnership with INNsight, which provides the website platform, integrated real-time booking engine, and digital marketing tooling with SSL encryption and PCI compliance. The hotel's website is certified WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessible, and the property offers 360-degree 3D virtual tours of guest rooms, lobby, exterior, and aerial views to support pre-booking conversion. Distribution occurs through the INNsight-powered direct booking site, phone reservations, and third-party channels including TripAdvisor, Yelp, Google Business Profile, Facebook, Foursquare, and LinkedIn, with group reservations (6+ rooms) handled via direct contact. Revenue is generated primarily from nightly room stays (one-time unit pricing per night) supplemented by ancillary transaction fees on services such as copy/fax, crib rental, rollaway rental, and restaurant delivery; bundled packages including 'Book Direct and Save' and an Uncle Wong's Restaurant dining special provide modest incremental yield.

Hotel Mira Vista firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Hotel Mira Vista
Legal name
Hotel Mira Vista
Website
https://hotelmiravista.com
Company type
Private
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
101–250 employees
Short description
Hotel Mira Vista is a privately held boutique non-smoking hotel in El Cerrito, California, near UC Berkeley and the San Francisco Bay Area, offering renovated guest rooms, ADA-compliant accessible rooms, complimentary parking and WiFi, and direct online booking for business travelers, families, and university visitors.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Hotel Mira Vista industry classification

Industry
Product category
Hospitality Lodging
NAICS
Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111)
SIC
Hotels & Motels (7011)
akta.pro industry
PRIMARYTHAGABAC
Midscale Limited-Service Hotels
Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Limited-Service & Budget Hotels

Keywords

  • Boutique hotel accommodation
  • Hotel guest rooms
  • Accessible hotel rooms
  • Hotel parking services
  • Hospitality lodging

Where Hotel Mira Vista is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Berkeley
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

Hotel Mira Vista business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

  1. Hotel Room Accommodations: Primary revenue from overnight hotel stays. Guests pay per night based on room type selected. Additional revenue from extra person fees ($10 per night for children over 12 and adults).
  2. Ancillary Services: Revenue from add-on services including copy service, fax service, crib rental, rollaway bed rental, and restaurant delivery service.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
Unit PricingPay-as-you-go1 King Bed - Non Smoking
Unit PricingPay-as-you-go2 Queen Beds - Non Smoking
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goAccessible Rooms

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Hotel Mira Vista product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Hotel Mira Vista operates a 100% non-smoking boutique hotel in El Cerrito, California, offering guest room accommodations in 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds configurations along with ADA-compliant accessible rooms. The property provides complimentary amenities including high-speed Wi-Fi, on-site parking, daily housekeeping, and 24/7 front desk service, complemented by ancillary services such as truck/large vehicle parking, restaurant delivery, and special packages including a dining bundle with Uncle Wong's Restaurant.

Product overview

Hotel Mira Vista is a 100% non-smoking boutique hotel in El Cerrito, California, positioned near UC Berkeley and San Francisco Bay Area attractions. The property offers a unified hospitality product centered on guest room accommodations (1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds configurations, plus accessible rooms), supported by complementary services including complimentary parking, free high-speed Wi-Fi, guest laundry, and around-the-clock front desk assistance. The hotel provides virtual 360-degree tours as a pre-booking preview feature, special packages for direct bookings and dining, and truck/large vehicle parking for travelers on I-80.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Hotel Mira Vista Guest Rooms Boutique non-smoking guest rooms offering 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds accommodations with amenities including flat-screen TVs with premium channels, free Wi-Fi, refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer, work desk, and iron/ironing board.
  • Accessible Guest Rooms
  • Truck and Large Vehicle Parking
  • Specials and Packages

Quantifiable outcome

  • 100% Guest Satisfaction based on 3 guest reviews
  • +2 more outcomes

Companies that use Hotel Mira Vista

Customer profile

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Hotel Mira Vista technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Hotel Mira Vista partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

  • INNsightcoreTechnology or IntegrationINNsight provides the hotel's website platform, booking engine, and digital marketing technology. Website development and hosting provided by INNsight.com, Inc. The INNsight booking system processes reservations securely with SSL encryption and PCI compliance standards.
  • Uncle Wong's RestaurantminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUncle Wong's Restaurant Special is a package offering combining hotel stay with dining at Uncle Wong's Restaurant, providing guests with discounted accommodation and dining bundle.
  • YelpminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYelp integration provides restaurant recommendations in the local area on the hotel's Things To Do page, with Yelp-powered listings and reviews. The hotel maintains a business presence on Yelp for guest reviews.
  • TripAdvisorminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTripAdvisor integration for guest reviews and ratings. Hotel maintains presence on TripAdvisor with review links and booking referrals through the platform.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)minorOthersSan Francisco Airport transportation information provided on hotel website with flight status links, assisting guests with travel planning to the hotel.
  • San Jose International Airport (SJC)minorOthersSan Jose Airport transportation information provided on hotel website with flight status links, assisting guests with travel planning to the hotel.
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK)minorOthersOakland Airport transportation information provided on hotel website with flight status links, assisting guests with travel planning to the hotel.
  • WCAG/W3C (Web Accessibility Initiative)minorOthersHotel website developed to conform with W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA compliance, as verified by third-party accessibility standards.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Hotel Mira Vista competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Graduate Berkeley: Themed boutique hotel directly serving the UC Berkeley market with comparable family and visitor segments. Operates in the same Berkeley micro-market with overlapping demand drivers (graduations, sporting events, campus visits).
  • Best Western Plus El Cerrito: Midscale branded competitor located in the same El Cerrito micro-market as Hotel Mira Vista, directly contesting UC Berkeley visitor, business, and freeway-stop demand.
  • Hotel Shattuck Plaza: Boutique hotel in downtown Berkeley, located a few miles from Hotel Mira Vista. Both target UC Berkeley visitors, families, and Bay Area leisure travelers with similar midscale positioning and comparable amenities.

Broad incumbents

  • Courtyard by Marriott Berkeley: Branded select-service hotel in Berkeley targeting the same business-traveler and university-visitor segments as Hotel Mira Vista, but backed by Marriott's loyalty program, central reservations, and broader corporate accounts.
  • Claremont Club & Spa – A Fairmont Hotel: Historic upscale resort property in Berkeley serving leisure, family, and corporate demand. While at a higher price tier, it competes for Bay Area leisure visitors who might otherwise consider El Cerrito-area lodging.
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina: Full-service branded property serving Berkeley and Bay Area leisure travelers with overlapping family-vacationer appeal. Competes for the same UC Berkeley visitor demand pool from a waterfront location.
  • Holiday Inn Express Berkeley: Limited-service branded competitor in the same Berkeley sub-market targeting value-conscious business and family travelers with complimentary breakfast — a directly comparable amenity set to Hotel Mira Vista.

Others

  • INNsight (technology partner): Hospitality technology provider whose booking engine powers Hotel Mira Vista's direct reservation system. Not a direct competitor, but relevant as a peer-class technology and digital-marketing partner for independent boutique hotels.

Regional players

  • Extended Stay America - Berkeley: Budget extended-stay option in Berkeley targeting longer-duration Bay Area visitors, including UC Berkeley-affiliated extended stays. Competes on price-sensitive family and visitor segments.
  • Hyatt House Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area: Extended-stay branded hotel in nearby Emeryville serving business and family travelers visiting the Bay Area. Targets overlapping I-80 corridor demand from a slightly higher rate tier.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Hotel Mira Vista social profiles

Digital presence

Hotel Mira Vista compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance2 records

Hotel Mira Vista financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Hotel Mira Vista leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Hotel Mira Vista funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Hotel Mira Vista M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Hotel Mira Vista

What does Hotel Mira Vista do?

Hotel Mira Vista operates a 100% non-smoking boutique hotel in El Cerrito, California, offering guest room accommodations in 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds configurations along with ADA-compliant accessible rooms. The property provides complimentary amenities including high-speed Wi-Fi, on-site parking, daily housekeeping, and 24/7 front desk service, complemented by ancillary services such as truck/large vehicle parking, restaurant delivery, and special packages including a dining bundle with Uncle Wong's Restaurant.

Is Hotel Mira Vista a public or private company?

Hotel Mira Vista is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.

When was Hotel Mira Vista founded?

Hotel Mira Vista was founded in -1. It employs 101 to 250 people.

Where is Hotel Mira Vista based?

Hotel Mira Vista is headquartered in Berkeley, United States, in the North America region.

How does Hotel Mira Vista make money?

Two revenue lines are on record. Hotel Room Accommodations are the primary driver. The others are ancillary Services.

Who are Hotel Mira Vista's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Graduate Berkeley, Best Western Plus El Cerrito and Hotel Shattuck Plaza. Broad incumbents are Courtyard by Marriott Berkeley, Claremont Club & Spa – A Fairmont Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina and Holiday Inn Express Berkeley. INNsight (technology partner) is listed as an others. Regional players are Extended Stay America - Berkeley and Hyatt House Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area.

Does Hotel Mira Vista have an API?

No public API is recorded for Hotel Mira Vista.

What industry is Hotel Mira Vista in?

Hotel Mira Vista's product category is Hospitality Lodging. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAGABAC, Midscale Limited-Service Hotels. Its NAICS code is 72111 and its SIC code is 7011.

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