West San Jose Travel Guide

San Jose

A large, ornate building with a red roof and multiple towers, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and palm trees.
A large, ornate Victorian-style house with a red-tiled roof and multiple towers.
A historic building with a distinctive architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a decorative archway and a tiled roof.
A historic building with ornate architecture, including a turret and decorative windows.
A large, ornate Victorian-style building with multiple towers and a well-manicured garden with hedges and statues.

Stay near popular West San Jose attractions

Winchester Mystery House

8.4/10 (1,679 reviews)
Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.
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Things to do

Prison Break

The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas

฿1,402
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas
Self Guided Walking Tour in Agnews Historic Park

Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

฿167
per traveller
Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

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

฿1,569
per adult
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Private 2-hour San Jose State University Tour: Secret Stories

San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

฿167
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Rock Climbing 2 - Beyond the Basics

Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2

฿3,973
per adult
Outdoor Rock Climbing - Level 2
Lower Antelope Canyon 1

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

฿32,652
per adult
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
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Top hotels in West San Jose

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Cupertino

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Cupertino

3 out of 5
4241 Moorpark Ave San Jose CA
The price is ฿4,198 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿4,198
฿4,928 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Cupertino
Sonesta Silicon Valley

Sonesta Silicon Valley

4 out of 5
1820 Barber Ln Milpitas CA
The price is ฿4,665 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿4,665
฿5,327 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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 ...
Sonesta Silicon Valley
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

3 out of 5
1350 N 1st Street San Jose CA
The price is ฿4,128 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿4,128
฿4,847 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,119 reviews)
"Nice hotel and staff."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn

3 out of 5
711 E El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA
The price is ฿2,995 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
฿2,995
฿3,383 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sunnyvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,074 reviews)
"Beautiful location"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Maple Tree Inn
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
1727 Technology Dr San Jose CA
The price is ฿3,826 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
฿3,826
฿4,538 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,105 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

4 out of 5
6001 La Madrona Drive Santa Cruz CA
The price is ฿3,846 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,846
฿4,417 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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Where to stay in West San Jose

Find the best West 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 Market, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

A cityscape with a river, green spaces, and mountains in the background.

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.

A historic building with a tower, surrounded by palm trees and cypress trees.

Willow Glen

When in Willow Glen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like The Pruneyard Shopping Center or SAP Center at San Jose 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 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 Lake Cunningham Park or Raging Waters, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Alum Rock Station or McKee Station.

West San Jose Travel Guide