Almaden Valley Travel Guide

San Jose

Panoramic view of hills and valleys in south San Francisco bay area, Santa Clara county; Almaden valley in the background; San Jose, California
Amazing view in my town right under my nose. It was my first time here and I love the hills and the green in the winter. Compositionally is not what I wanted but the sky was pretty dramatic and  I thought why not.
Check out this spot of you are around San Jose.
#bvs100k #landscape #hillsofsanjose #hiking #dramaticsky #livingonthehill #traveling #troverguy #sunset #winterinca #clouds

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Top hotels in Almaden Valley

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
The price is 7.074.700 ₫ per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
7.074.700 ₫
8.046.485 ₫ total
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
We have stayed at this property several times and are never disappointed.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.136.275 ₫ per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
3.136.275 ₫
3.627.889 ₫ total
16 Apr - 17 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,086 reviews)
We can't believe they charged us $15.00 to park in there empty parking lot🤔 It was a nice hotel though.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

3.5 out of 5
3400 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA
The price is 2.340.700 ₫ per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
2.340.700 ₫
3.168.322 ₫ total
28 Mar - 29 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Palo Alto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,722 reviews)
Nice staff, rooms (except toilet) clean. Need to keep non-residents off area. Person relieving himself next to our car/parking area. Otherwise, my entire family and I are recurrent visitors and are always pleased with staff and rooms. Thank you.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Creekside Inn
Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4261 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA
Stay at this boutique hotel in Palo Alto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Dinah's is unique and uniquely comfortable, quiet despite the location on a busy street. The lush landscaping keeps cars invisible and the windows face greenery instead of automobiles. The pool is very pleasant in warm weather though we didn't use it in March, We recommend the restaurant, good value--we ...

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Dinah's Garden Hotel
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
1727 Technology Dr San Jose CA
The price is 2.738.221 ₫ per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
2.738.221 ₫
3.186.796 ₫ total
4 Apr - 5 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,737 reviews)
Good area close to the airport close to the freeway dining areas nearby. staff is great. Price is good. Pet friendly. Clean rooms good amenities.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
2585 Seaboard Ave San Jose CA
The price is 2.293.360 ₫ per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
2.293.360 ₫
2.651.777 ₫ total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (556 reviews)
Love the dog walk around the hotel so convenient!

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Almaden Valley

Silicon valley

South San Jose

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

South San Jose
Panorama in Santa Teresa County Park, San Jose, south San Francisco bay area, California

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.

Edenvale
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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.

Cambrian
Aerial sunset view of downtown Danville in California

Willow Glen

When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or Ainsley House and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bascom Station or Fruitdale Station.

Willow Glen
Sikh temple in San Jose area and one of the largest temple in California.

East San Jose

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

East San Jose
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Burbank

While Burbank may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum.

Burbank


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