Almaden Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


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Stay near popular Almaden Valley attractions
Activities

San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

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

San Jose Ghost Tour: The Scythe, Sacrifice, & Silhouette

San Jose: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: The Heart of Silicon Valley
Our pick of the best Almaden Valley Hotel Deals

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
"All in all our stay was great, however, there was one little problem with the step next to building two. That step is a fall waiting to happen. There should be some railing or a bollard to provide something something for people with balance issues. The decline in front of the step and the decline ..."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"Amazing experience our first time there"
Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Sonesta Silicon Valley
"The hotel is good, but the room next to us was noisy with people talking and laughing and kids screaming even after we complained to the front desk. I am not sure if it is because of the sound insulation issue. That is why I took 1 star off."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
"Hotel is clean, close to airport and close to VTA train. The only down side to this hotel is the run down commercial property just north of the hotel."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Maple Tree Inn
"Clean, good breakfast; hot tub was not hot and kind of dirty. Dog friendly for $20 per stay which is impossible to find in the Bay Area. It is a great stay for the price."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Casablanca On The Beach
"Staff was very accommodating."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Almaden Valley

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.



















