San Jose, CA

Travel Guide

San Jose which includes modern architecture
St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica
San Jose Museum of Art showing interior views
Winchester Mystery House showing a park
San Jose featuring modern architecture

Where to stay in San Jose

Downtown San Jose featuring heritage architecture

Downtown San Jose

4/5(936 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like San Pedro Square and St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

Downtown San Jose
Kelley Park showing a garden

South San Jose

4/5(916 area reviews)

Southern region of San Jose, California, featuring a mix of businesses, green spaces, and parks. Explore trails like Coyote Creek and Guadalupe River, or visit parks such as Almaden Quicksilver County Park. Easily accessible via VTA stations and highways.

South San Jose
Most fantastic Burnt Almond Cake here.

Willow Glen

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Explore this historic downtown with diverse architectural styles, and upscale living. Enjoy shopping and dining in Downtown Willow Glen, and access nearby VTA light rail and Caltrain stations.

Willow Glen
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Northside

4/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Northside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Jose City Hall and San Jose Flea Market.

Northside
Winchester Mystery House

West San Jose

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

While visiting West San Jose, you might make a stop by sights like Santana Row Shopping Center and Winchester Mystery House.

West San Jose
Nice little marsh on the edge of San Jose, CA.

North San Jose

3.5/5(1,015 area reviews)

If you're spending time in North San Jose, check out sights like Samsung Semiconductor Inc or Alum Rock Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.

North San Jose
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
3 out of 5
1350 N 1st Street, San Jose, CA
The price is SAR 506 per night from May 17 to May 18
SAR 506
SAR 582 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Service since the time I’m check in to the time I’m check out was excellent, comfortable beds and pillows, great experience"

Reviewed on 28 April 2025

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley
La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley
3.5 out of 5
399 Silicon Valley Boulevard, San Jose, CA
The price is SAR 299 per night from May 4 to May 5
SAR 299
SAR 346 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (524 reviews)
Ok for a one night stay
"The location was great easy to get to from the freeway. I was there for a kids soccer tournament and one of the reasons I chose this place was due to the breakfast on site. When we got there and I inquired about I was told the restaurant was shutdown. The room was ok, some areas like the night stand ..."

Reviewed on 28 April 2025

La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley
Park Inn by Radisson, San Jose
Park Inn by Radisson, San Jose
2 out of 5
2560 Fontaine Rd, San Jose, CA
The price is SAR 303 per night from May 18 to May 19
SAR 303
SAR 361 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this motel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
It was an OK stay
"It was nice and comfortable for the price we paid clean showerhead on shower was broken when we took a shower. Water went everywhere on the floor for three people. They only gave us two bars of tiny soap, no shampoo, no conditioner, no lotion other than that it was an OK stay"

Reviewed on 28 April 2025

Park Inn by Radisson, San Jose
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
4 out of 5
77 N Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santana Row ...
6.8/10 (18 reviews)
Convenient
"This is an apartment in an apartment building, so no hotel type amenities but very comfortable and conveniently located. There is a coffee shop nearby and the unit has a furnished kitchen."

Reviewed on 28 March 2025

Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
Studios Inn
Studios Inn
3.5 out of 5
348 S. Clover Ave, San Jose, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
"Very clean, with all amenities you may need, super-convenient to Santana Row and other shopping mall. Gas station around the corner. Safe parking. Only hitch: due to shared door with next apartment, you can follow conversations/loud TV if neighbors don't pay attention. However, we made it work and ..."

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

Studios Inn
Spacious 4-bedroom house in enchanting San Jose with AC, WiFi, washer and dryers
Spacious 4-bedroom house in enchanting San Jose with AC, WiFi, washer and dryers
San Jose
Stay at this vacation home in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions SAP Center at San Jose and Raging Waters ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Great Location and comfortable stay
"We were only there for one night, but it was a great place. The ice maker did not work, so you will need to bring your own ice in. Everything else was great. Thanks!"

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

Spacious 4-bedroom house in enchanting San Jose with AC, WiFi, washer and dryers
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of San Jose

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
989
5 - Excellent 31%
4 - Good
1492
4 - Good 47%
3 - Okay
597
3 - Okay 19%
2 - Disappointing
96
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
33
1 - Terrible 1%

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Covid 19 made it a ghost town during our visit but over a quiet stay this time around

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I AM FROM SAN JOSE . I LOVE HANGING OUT THERE.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

A big city which many distinct districts, some terrible, some nice.

5/5 - Excellent

Spencer

Was only traveling through, but would love to return.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Other than everything being closed because of the coronavirus, it was nice.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

For communities run into Metropolitan area should have very few sightseeing opportunities of worth