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
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 Samsung Semiconductor Inc or Topgolf San Jose 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
Cape May

East San Jose

3.5/5(92 area reviews)

In the eastern region of San Jose, California, you'll find the Alum Rock and Evergreen districts, boasting landmarks like the Gurdwara Sahib, the world's largest Sikh temple outside India. Enjoy amenities such as Eastridge Center, Lake Cunningham, and Mexican Heritage Plaza.

East San Jose
Hampton Inn & Suites San Jose Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Jose Airport

2.5 out of 5
2088 North First Street San Jose CA
Stay at this hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
as we walk in all clean and a nice welcoming

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites San Jose Airport
Hotel De Anza

Hotel De Anza

4 out of 5
233 W Santa Clara St San Jose CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 8 January 2026

Hotel De Anza
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

3 out of 5
282 Almaden Blvd San Jose CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,308 reviews)
Friendly check in on an event packed weekend.

Reviewed on 12 January 2026

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
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Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown

Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown

4 out of 5
77 N Almaden Ave San Jose CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour business center. Popular attractions SAP Center ...
6.4/10 (36 reviews)
This location was great! The bed was comfortable and the apartment was clean. Would definitely stay again!

Reviewed on 22 December 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 aparthotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (96 reviews)
Did not use laundry service and liked the parking security

Reviewed on 18 October 2025

Studios Inn
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 vacation home in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions SAP Center at San Jose and Levi's ...
7.2/10 Good! (43 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
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