Almaden Valley
San Jose
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Popular places to visit
Santana Row Shopping Center
During your trip to San Jose, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Santana Row Shopping Center. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Winchester Mystery House
Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.
San Jose McEnery Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in San Jose McEnery Convention Center during your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
CSU San Jose State University
Enjoy the student vibe at CSU San Jose State University during your stay in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Raging Waters
Bring your family to Raging Waters and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in San Jose. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
San Jose Civic Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at San Jose Civic Auditorium on your trip to San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
San Jose: "The Escape Game" Ticket at Valley Fair
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour
San Francisco Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Top hotels in Almaden Valley
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"As my child is new to living in Santa Clara, I’ve been staying at various hotels. This hotel, however, was perfect for my stay. It’s conveniently located near her school and family. The staff was fantastic, and I never heard any noise from my neighbors."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
"The only thing we disliked was that the air conditioner was very loud. Hotel has free valet parking which was a nice surprise. We enjoyed the restaurant with ocean view and our room was also ocean view."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
"Perfect stay. Highly recommend here then going to Oak and Ale on pleasure point!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
"Easy access to and from the San Jose airport. Excellent breakfast bar with fresh cut fruit. Having to pay extra for parking is kinda tacky. Nickle and dining not nice. Otherwise good clean comfortable rooms."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"The spa turned out to be inaccessible without pre-booking. That went for the sauna also which we would have liked to use. The location was perfect for downtown strolls. Be forewarned, but if you have a car, valet parking is $50 a day. The facilities are lovely and not overcrowded. even on Memorial ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Maple Tree Inn
"It was a good hotel, clean, coffee and fridge in room, good water pressure in shower, good free breakfast (eggs, sausage, potatoes, cereal, padtry, Bagels, make your own pankakes, etc.) in morning. The only thing i noticed is we needed a USB charging station for phones. Furniture was a little beat ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Almaden Valley
South San Jose
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in South San Jose. If sightseeing is on the list, Almaden Plaza is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Blossom Hill Station (VTA) or Snell Station to see more of the area.
Edenvale
While you're in Edenvale, take in top sights like Silicon Valley or Santa Ynez Canyon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cottle Station or Santa Teresa Station.
Cambrian
Cambrian might not have many top sights, but Almaden Plaza and The Pruneyard Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Willow Glen
When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or Orchid Beauty & Spa and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.
Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek
While visiting Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Clara County Fairgrounds and California Trolley and Railroad Corporation.
East San Jose
While you're in East San Jose, take in top sights like Lake Cunningham Park or Raging Waters, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Alum Rock Station or McKee Station.
