Alum Rock Travel Guide
San Jose

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Top hotels in Alum Rock

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
"Everything is amazing and good accommodation place"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Sonesta Silicon Valley
"Was amazing"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Maple Tree Inn
"We booked 3 nights and canceled 2 of them. We arrived late for our first night, the room had a terrible stale smell that we couldn't shake. Then we uncovered the bed and got in and discovered an insect or bug of some sort crawling in the sheets. We went down to the front desk and showed them pictures ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
"Need to improve customer service and add complimentary coffee in the guest lobby/reception area - believe me, it’ll be worthy and mutually beneficial!"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport
"It was exceptionally hard to find the room in the first place. I was backed by the exit. I asked the staff numerous times to help me and they were too busy to do anything about it. And the rooms next to me had nobody in them but they decided to have people above me that partied all night and I got ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
"Love the welcome glass of champagne! Easy walking to CHM and the theater and Zareens! Beautiful and swanky hotel."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Alum Rock

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.


















