Alum Rock Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Alum Rock
Activities
Agnews Historic Park Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
San Jose State University: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
The Escape Game San Jose: Epic 60-Minute Adventure at Valley Fair
Our pick of the best Alum Rock Hotel Deals
Maple Tree Inn
"Great place good service, and excellent price. Worth the saving to go to santa cruz"
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
"Theme Hotel with everything on point. Where character, meets comfort & then quiet, cleanliness provide a sense relaxation. More conveniences than ever had in a hotel stay or at home. Gym, hot tub, pool, lounge area, breakfast, and extra toilet paper with an arms reach while on the toilet. Mind blown. ..."
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
The Ameswell Hotel
"When I arrived, they told me they were “oversold,” and I had to go to another hotel despite having a reservation made 2 weeks earlier. Not acceptable ever!"
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
"Clean room and staff were professionally and nice."
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Dinah's Garden Hotel
"Its a calming and restful place. Beautiful flowers and koi ponds.The room has musty smell but clean and air-conditioning works great. Restaurant is great- good food and priced right."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport
"Room was not ADA accessible for someone exclusively in a wheelchair, despite being “ADA room”. The bottom of the door frame (sill) was way too high and steep for a wheelchair to go up without assistance. The bathroom doorway was a sliding door and did not open wide enough for a wheelchair to fit ..."
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Our guide on 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 Market, 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 SAP Center at San Jose 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 Topgolf San Jose or Silicon Valley, 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.
