Almaden Valley Travel Guide
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
Learn about the local history of San Jose when you spend time at Winchester Mystery House. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Almaden Valley
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
We loved our stay at this beautiful hotel.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
We went out and ate locally at restaurants but the hotel was overall pleasant. It has a very nice view of the ocean! If you’re 6’ or taller you might hit the shower head but otherwise quite good! I would go there again. 🙂
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Restaurant was good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Room was clean. Booked the Premium King room with Lanai. Upon check in we were given a premium room but it did not have a Lanai. When I asked where The Lanai was they said it was the name of the room and if I wanted a patio you have to reserve a room that said Patio. For a Polynesian branded hotel ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Creekside Inn
Nice, quiet, clean place. I like that rooms have balconies/patios.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Room is clean
Reviewed on 15 Apr 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 Children's Discovery Museum 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 Tech CU Arena.
Evergreen
If you're spending some time in Evergreen, Silicon Valley and Montgomery Hill are top sights worth seeing.
