South San Jose Travel Guide

San Jose

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Stay near popular South San Jose attractions

Santa Clara County Fairgrounds

8.0/10 (12 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Santa Clara County Fairgrounds during your stay in San Jose. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Things to do

Missing Gem Quest Experience in Morgan Hill

Missing Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game

Rp162.410
per adult
Missing Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair

Rp839.194
per adult
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Prison Break

The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas

Rp749.899
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas
Private 2-hour San Jose State University Tour: Secret Stories

San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Rp89.295
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Lower Antelope Canyon 1

San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour

Rp16.288.992
per adult
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
Niles History: An Audio Tour of the First Movie Capital

Niles History: An Audio Tour of the First Movie Capital

Rp178.411
per adult
Niles History: An Audio Tour of the First Movie Capital
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Top hotels in South San Jose

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 Rp1.932.771 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp1.932.771
Rp2.234.120 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,194 reviews)
"Rooms were smelling, upon request got another room where washbasin not draining water, again moved to another room where found pillow with dark spots. Overall the stay was not pleasant, we could not stayed for the original booked stay, we had to let go and cut down out stay and vacation. I do not ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley
Hayes Mansion, San Jose - Curio Collection by Hilton

Hayes Mansion, San Jose - Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
200 Edenvale Ave San Jose CA
The price is Rp2.566.087 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp2.566.087
Rp2.961.689 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Modern bathroom."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Hayes Mansion, San Jose - Curio Collection by Hilton
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western San Jose Central City

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western San Jose Central City

2.5 out of 5
2650 Monterey Hwy San Jose CA
The price is Rp2.301.920 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
Rp2.301.920
Rp2.628.678 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"one of the dirtiest and noisiest rooms"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western San Jose Central City
Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

3 out of 5
910 E Fremont Ave Sunnyvale CA
The price is Rp1.781.505 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
Rp1.781.505
Rp2.007.702 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sunnyvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"I had a great time for sure! Absolutely amazing place if you have a Small DOG! 🐶 Can’t wait to go back and will be soon. TY all the amazing Staff. Best, T."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 out of 5
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
The price is Rp6.235.267 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp6.235.267
Rp8.003.378 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Natural Bridges ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (373 reviews)
"Staff not addressing our issues"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Sonesta Silicon Valley

Sonesta Silicon Valley

4 out of 5
1820 Barber Ln Milpitas CA
The price is Rp1.871.480 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp1.871.480
Rp2.137.136 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milpitas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,028 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Sonesta Silicon Valley
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Where to stay in South San Jose

Find the best South San Jose areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large white church with domes and columns, located at the intersection of San Fernando St and Market St.

Downtown San Jose

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

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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.

A highway sign for Exit 2B to San Jose on I-101 South, 1 mile ahead.

North San Jose

While you're in North San Jose, take in top sights like Samsung Semiconductor Inc or Topgolf San Jose, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cisco Station or Baypointe Station.

A large, ornate building with a red roof and multiple towers, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and palm trees.
Photo by Jay Morales
Open Photo by Jay Morales

West San Jose

If you're spending some time in West San Jose, Winchester Mystery House and Santana Row Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

A building with domed roofs and arches, labeled "Sikh Gurudwara - San Jose".
Photo by Jay Morales
Open Photo by Jay Morales

East San Jose

While you're in East San Jose, take in top sights like Raging Waters or Silicon Valley, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Alum Rock Station or McKee Station.

South San Jose Travel Guide