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 San Jose Museum of Art, 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
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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 Pedro Square and San Jose Museum of Art.

Northside
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
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 Alum Rock Park or Samsung Semiconductor Inc and hop on the metro to see more the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.

North San Jose
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 Winchester Mystery House and Santana Row Shopping Center.

West San Jose
Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport
Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport
3 out of 5
1355 N 4th Street, San Jose, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 371 per night from Feb 14 to Feb 15
SAR 371
SAR 428 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Feb - 15 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (185 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 3 February 2025

Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
3 out of 5
282 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA
The price is SAR 634 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
SAR 634
SAR 733 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,024 reviews)
Just Fine
"It may look run down the outside and when you walk into the lobby, But the rooms are really nice and comfortable and modern and clean."

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Silicon Valley
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Silicon Valley
2.5 out of 5
1036 NORTH FOURTH STREET, San Jose, CA
The price is SAR 445 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 445
SAR 508 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (786 reviews)
"My room was located on the second floor above the entrance facing the traffic. I had my AC/fan unit on and at random times I can smell the cigarette smoke. I was not happy with that part of my stay. I will continue to stay at this location because of the staff, cleanliness, location and safety."

Reviewed on 7 February 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Silicon Valley
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.
Marbella Lane Triplex San Jose
Marbella Lane Triplex San Jose
3.5 out of 5
475 N 18th St, San Jose, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions SAP Center at San Jose ...
7.2/10 Good! (42 reviews)
Great place!
"We had a family trip to meet up with friends and families in the area. Perfect location and just exactly what we needed. Host was good at checking in before and after our stay."

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

Marbella Lane Triplex San Jose
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, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions SAP Center at San Jose ...
7.6/10 Good! (10 reviews)
"The only issue I had was the paperwork and communication was annoying. I had to fill out two different forms with basically the same information. I got 27 emails from booking to checkout. That was excessive. The place itself was fine. Easy walk to the restaurants and stuff."

Reviewed on 13 December 2024

Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown
 4-bedroom house with WiFi in North San Jose, fully furnished.
4-bedroom house with WiFi in North San Jose, fully furnished.
San Jose
Stay at this vacation home in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Levi's Stadium and California's Great ...
Clean, friendly, and easy to access
"Kim was very helpful and ver easy to communicate with, she answers text messages pretty quick and the place itself was very pretty. There a lot of amenities in this place that was very useful in our stay."

Reviewed on 22 December 2024

4-bedroom house with WiFi in North San Jose, fully furnished.
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