2-Star Hotels in El Cerrito

I'm not sure what to say. The staff, especially the ladies were very pleasant. Sorted out room issues. We faced what looked like a junkyard although the booking implied we would face a landmark. Maybe they were referring to the junkyard! Room was OK. Kitchenette didn't serve much purpose. There was no cutlery etc. You could microwave food. There was a sink. Freezer was filthy, so we steered clear! Place was otherwise relatively clean and we stayed a few days. On the last day we left our luggage and went out and returned later to collect it. Found they had no washroom available in reception. I've never come across this at any hotel I've stayed in. I was though later given permission to use a bathroom. So not necessary though to initially refuse a customer use of a basic facility. I find this wrong in a developed country. The real plus was that the hotel is 3 mins walk to the BART station. Some really very good food options locally too. Lot cheaper than eating centrally.