Photo by Dawn Madden

Top Hotels Near Santa Clara University in Santa Clara from NZ$213

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Tomorrow
10 Nov - 11 Nov
This weekend
13 Nov - 15 Nov
Next weekend
20 Nov - 22 Nov

Filter by

Property class

Guest rating

Selecting then applying a filter from this group will update the results on a new page

Our top choices for Santa Clara University hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a small desk.

1. Sterling Inn

Sterling Inn
2.0 star property
0.6 km from Santa Clara University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a friendly staff. Lots of parking and perfect for couples or solo travelers visiting the area."
United States
Justin
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Sterling Inn
A modern lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a fireplace.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Airport

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Santa Clara University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (922 reviews)
"Complimentary breakfast was great"
United States
Kristel Joyce
The price is NZ$296
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Airport
A modern hotel room with large windows, green chairs, a sofa, and a pool view.

3. Element by Marriott San Jose Airport

Element by Marriott San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
1 km from Santa Clara University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (584 reviews)
"Great hotel and great rooms!"
United States
Larisa
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Element by Marriott San Jose Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Jose Airport

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Santa Clara University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great staff and clean rooms."
United States
Kelton
The price is NZ$286
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Jose Airport
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

5. Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Collection

Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Collection
4.0 star property
3.2 km from Santa Clara University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Convenient to mall and all local restaurants and bars ."
United States
Dr. Reginald
The price is NZ$569
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Collection
A modern hotel with large glass windows, a well-lit lobby, and a landscaped garden area.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Clara University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,337 reviews)
"Highly organized hotel and extremely helpful staff as well!"
United States
Vishnu
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport
A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

7. Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
3.2 km from Santa Clara University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,733 reviews)
"Staff was great and good breakfast"
United States
KEVIN J
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
A modern kitchen with a long island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Jose Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Santa Clara University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"We always come here when we need a staycation !"
United States
Tammy
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Jose Airport
A conference room with a large table, chairs, and a blue carpet. There are two exit signs on the walls.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara-Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara-Silicon Valley by IHG
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Santa Clara University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice stay overall"
United States
Sunny
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara-Silicon Valley by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a landscaped garden in front, including various shrubs and a clock tower.

10. Best Western Plus Airport Plaza

Best Western Plus Airport Plaza
2.5 star property
1 km from Santa Clara University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Very accommodating and clean rooms, helpful staff, and polite throughout our stay."
United States
alex
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Plus Airport Plaza
A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.

11. Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Santa Clara University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,174 reviews)
"The location was perfect to a lot of good places."
United States
Hubert
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and two windows with blinds.

12. Best Western University Inn Santa Clara

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara
2.5 star property
1.7 km from Santa Clara University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay, staff was very courteous, and room was clean."
United States
Maqsood
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Best Western University Inn Santa Clara
A spacious lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a staircase.

13. Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
3.0 star property
3 km from Santa Clara University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,126 reviews)
"All was good and close to the airport too."
United States
John
The price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
A building with two doors, one pink and one white, with numbers 103 and 104 respectively. There is a garden with various plants and flowers in front of the doors.

14. The Flamingo Motel

The Flamingo Motel
2.0 star property
3 km from Santa Clara University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (995 reviews)
"Free parking is great, especially in that area. The staff were friendly, the room was clean, and it was very conveniently located to shopping, restaurants, and the SAP Center."
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Flamingo Motel
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a paved area with marked parking spaces.

15. Courtyard San Jose Airport

Courtyard San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
3.2 km from Santa Clara University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"I was pleasantly surprised by the friendliness of the staff. The facility was clean and well-maintained, and our room was cleaned and prepared every day, something that is rare these days."
United States
Thomas
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Courtyard San Jose Airport
A hotel sign with the name "WAFER 450 HOTEL" and a parking lot with several cars.

16. WAFER 450 Hotel

WAFER 450 Hotel
2.0 star property
2.9 km from Santa Clara University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (831 reviews)
"Great spot"
United States
Tanvir
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
WAFER 450 Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with blinds, a wall-mounted TV, and a bedside table.

17. SureStay Plus by Best Western Santa Clara Silicon Valley

SureStay Plus by Best Western Santa Clara Silicon Valley
2.5 star property
1 km from Santa Clara University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Cinthya
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
SureStay Plus by Best Western Santa Clara Silicon Valley
A modern living room with a central round table, multiple seating options, and a kitchen area in the background.

18. The Row Hotel, BW Signature Collection

The Row Hotel, BW Signature Collection
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Santa Clara University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (683 reviews)
"We loved the hotel and the breakfast! We would definitely stay there again."
United States
WENDI
The price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Row Hotel, BW Signature Collection
A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows overlooking a parking lot.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara by IHG
2.5 star property
1.7 km from Santa Clara University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (538 reviews)
"good locatoin ! many restaurants near the hotel"
South Korea
HeeSu
The price is NZ$277
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara by IHG
A covered outdoor area with a modern design, featuring a pathway, potted plants, and a view of parked cars and trees in the background.

20. Signature Inn Santa Clara

Signature Inn Santa Clara
3.0 star property
0.6 km from Santa Clara University
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (950 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the price. Extended my stay, very friendly staff and excellent housekeepers"
United States
Destiny
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Signature Inn Santa Clara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Clara University

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a small desk.
Sterling Inn
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,009 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a fireplace.
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
922 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with large windows, green chairs, a sofa, and a pool view.
Element by Marriott San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
584 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.
Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Collection
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,014 reviews
View

Other attractions near Santa Clara University

Leavey Center

Catch an event at Leavey Center during your trip to Santa Clara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
See properties

Top Santa Clara University Hotel Reviews

A modern house with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown
Downtown San Jose

10/10 Excellent

Great place, look forward to visiting again when the development catches up
Australia
Douglas
Reviewed September 8, 2025
Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Santa Clara University?

Santa Clara University is located in an area of Santa Clara known for its array of dining options, sporting events and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 50 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Santa Clara University?

Adjacent to Santa Clara University, Sonesta Simply Suites Silicon Valley Santa Clara is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers in-room kitchens and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices within a short distance include Sterling Inn and Signature Inn Santa Clara.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Santa Clara University?

Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Clara University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Clara University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Santa Clara University.

What can I see and do near Santa Clara University?

Study the collections at Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, The Tech Interactive or Intel Museum. Winchester Mystery House, Mission Santa Clara de Asis and California Theater are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can catch a show at San Jose Civic Auditorium, Montgomery Theater and Hammer Theatre.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia