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A multi-story hotel with a landscaped garden in front, including various shrubs and a clock tower.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A coffee station with a coffee machine, a water dispenser, and a cash box.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a staircase, and two potted plants.

1. Best Western Plus Airport Plaza

1 km from Santa Clara University

Suzanne

CNY817

CNY948 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows overlooking a parking lot.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other breakfast items.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a granite countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a microwave.

A two-story building with a stone facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara by IHG

1.7 km from Santa Clara University

HeeSu

CNY1,020

CNY1,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and two windows with blinds.

A swimming pool with tiled edges, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a clear sky in the background.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered driveway, stone pillars, and a clear sign indicating the time of day.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area in the background, and a view of the outside through large windows.

3. Best Western University Inn Santa Clara

1.7 km from Santa Clara University

KAIHSUN

CNY900

CNY1,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, TV, and a dresser.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a coffee table with a pitcher and glasses.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, desk, and lamp.

4. Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

2.6 km from Santa Clara University

Denise

CNY765

CNY907 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A hotel sign with the name "WAFER 450 HOTEL" and a parking lot with several cars.

A modern building with a "NOW OPEN" sign, a parking lot, and a "WAFER 450 ENTER" sign.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a framed picture, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A reception area with a blue geometric-patterned counter, framed artwork on the walls, and a view of greenery through a large window.

5. WAFER 450 Hotel

2.9 km from Santa Clara University

Mehran

CNY663

CNY754 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with blinds, a wall-mounted TV, and a bedside table.

A hotel entrance with a sign for SureStay PLUS HOTEL by BEST WESTERN.

A modern hotel room with a dark wood dresser, a flat-screen TV, a gray sofa, a bed with patterned bedding, and a window with blinds.

6. SureStay Plus by Best Western Santa Clara Silicon Valley

1 km from Santa Clara University

Jennifer

CNY718

CNY817 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a paved area with marked parking spaces.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a well-stocked bar with various bottles.

A modern hotel with a courtyard, featuring a flat roof, large windows, and a prominent sign.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and umbrellas.

7. Courtyard San Jose Airport

3.2 km from Santa Clara University

Maria-Grace

CNY737

CNY868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern living room with a central round table, multiple seating options, and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are two side tables with lamps, and a large window with a view of trees.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large glass facade, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped outdoor area with benches and a water feature.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a flat-screen TV displaying the hotel name, and a fireplace.

8. The Row Hotel, BW Signature Collection

2.8 km from Santa Clara University

Michael

CNY1,067

CNY1,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire pit.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, a long wooden table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling, and pendant lighting.

9. Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

3 km from Santa Clara University

Mitchell

CNY852

CNY1,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A sign for Granada Santa Clara Hotel with directional arrow.

A living room with two brown leather sofas, a glass coffee table, a potted plant, and two framed artworks on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a clock, and sheer curtains.

10. Granada Hotel Santa Clara

3 km from Santa Clara University

Lisa

CNY598

CNY678 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A motel with a prominent '6' sign, a welcoming 'WELCOME' sign, and a modern building facade.

A laundry area with stacked washers and dryers, including a front-loading washer and a top-loading dryer.

A coffee station with a coffee machine, cups, and a sign promoting North American experiences.

A reception area with a dark counter, glass doors, and a tiled floor.

11. Motel 6 San Jose, CA - Convention Center

3 km from Santa Clara University

Dawn

CNY833

CNY966 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, a television, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A room with two armchairs, a round table, a mirror, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

A bathroom with a green bathtub, white tiled walls, and a shower area.

A motel with a central lawn, multiple balconies, and a variety of plants.

12. Rose Garden Inn - San Jose Airport

1.7 km from Santa Clara University

Masaki

CNY658

CNY765 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and a grassy area with rocks.

A motel with a yellow facade, multiple balconies, and a parked red car in the foreground.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and a shower curtain.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

13. Valley Inn San Jose

0.8 km from Santa Clara University

Hui Ying

CNY775

CNY909 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A compact hotel kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Extended Stay America' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with a flat roof and large windows.

A sign for Extended Stay America Suites with a modern building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a dresser, a desk, and a couch.

14. Extended Stay America Suites San Jose Downtown

3 km from Santa Clara University

Susana

CNY675

CNY797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern restaurant with wooden ceiling panels, round tables, and red upholstered chairs.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, seating area, and a green wall with a decorative element.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. There are shelves with decorative items and a large window providing a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a large bookshelf, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

15. Voco Ardez Hotel Sunnyvale By Ihg

8.2 km from Santa Clara University

"We had an amazing stay at Voco! The lobby and hotel rooms were beautifully decorated. The room had a comfortable bed, spacious sitting area, desk, and big bathroom. The staff was very friendly and check in/out was so easy. The location was also great! Santa Clara, San Jose, and Palo Alto are very close by and SF is about a 50min to ~hr drive if you want to drive into the city or visit Golden Gate and Bridge Fishermen’s Wharf. Thank you Voco!"

Casey

CNY1,093

CNY1,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern house with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A modern interior with a seating area, tables, and a large window overlooking a street.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a balcony area.

A modern indoor space with a large dining area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering views of the outside.

16. Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

4.3 km from Santa Clara University

"We enjoyed 3 @ 5 night stays during June 26 while visiting family and taking in World Cup games at Levi Stadium and San Pedro Square Fanzone. The hotel is excellent, great staff who are always helpful. Well appointed rooms and a good breakfast. Great location especially if you want to use the VTA or Caltrain and a short distance by Lyft / Uber from SJC. We stayed at the hotel in 2025 and I’m sure we will return in 2027."

Allen

CNY863

CNY1,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern lounge area with a large sofa, blue chairs, and a bar area with a television.

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a large flat-screen TV, and well-organized shelves with various items.

A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and a wooden partition.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a well-lit building facade.

17. Element by Marriott Santa Clara

4.8 km from Santa Clara University

Daniela

CNY957

CNY1,126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel with a prominent "TETRA" sign, featuring a courtyard with pathways, seating areas, and a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces.

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a large sculptural element, and a view of the building's interior through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a bar, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern interior with a long dining table, multiple bar stools, a hanging light fixture, and a vertical wooden panel wall.

18. TETRA Hotel, Autograph Collection

10.4 km from Santa Clara University

Theresa

CNY1,335

CNY1,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and hanging light fixtures.

A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A circular outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by a wooden wall and a potted plant.

A modern reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and seating areas.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Cupertino

7 km from Santa Clara University

Shyam

CNY1,268

CNY1,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A spacious restaurant with wooden furniture, large windows, and hanging plants.

A modern interior with a large glass window, a wooden sofa, and various plants.

A restaurant with a glass roof and outdoor seating area.

A room with wooden cabinets, hanging plants, and a large window.

20. Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley

9.9 km from Santa Clara University

david

CNY1,613

CNY2,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Clara University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Airport Plaza	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara by IHG	8.8 Excellent 531 reviews	View
Best Western University Inn Santa Clara	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Sonesta Select San Jose Airport	8.6 Excellent 2,093 reviews	View
WAFER 450 Hotel	8.4 Very good 795 reviews	View

Other landmarks near Santa Clara University

Leavey Center

You can catch an event at Leavey Center, located 1.1 mi (1.9 km) from central Santa Clara. If you think Leavey Center is cool, you also might like SAP Center at San Jose and Levi's Stadium, both located nearby.

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Stevens Stadium

You can catch an event at Stevens Stadium, located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Santa Clara. If you think Stevens Stadium is cool, you also might like SAP Center at San Jose and Levi's Stadium, both located nearby.

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De Saissest Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

De Saissest Museum is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from central Santa Clara, why not stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Santa Clara has to offer, head to Santa Clara University, PayPal Park, and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum.

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Edward Peterman Museum of Railroad History

Edward Peterman Museum of Railroad History is 1 mi (1.7 km) from central Santa Clara, why not stop by during your stay. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Santa Clara has to offer, head to Santa Clara University, PayPal Park, and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum.

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PayPal Park

8.2/10 (243 reviews)

Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at PayPal Park, a stadium in Newhall. Our travelers also like the museums in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think PayPal Park is cool, you also might like SAP Center at San Jose and Levi's Stadium, both located nearby.

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Civic Center Park

7.8/10 (9 reviews)

Civic Center Park is worth a visit when in central Santa Clara. Our travelers also like the museums in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

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Statue of Saint Clare

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Statue of Saint Clare— just one of the monuments in central Santa Clara. Our travelers also like the museums in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

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Harris-Lass Historic Museum

Harris-Lass Historic Museum is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central Santa Clara, why not stop by during your stay. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Santa Clara has to offer, head to Silicon Valley, Santa Clara University, and Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels near Santa Clara University?

Guests enjoy staying at Signature Inn Santa Clara, which is a hotel close to Santa Clara University.
Another highly rated hotel is Element by Marriott San Jose Airport, which is just steps away.
In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 3,827 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations in the area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Santa Clara University?

You can find a variety of room prices on Hotels.com depending on where you plan to go and when. To see the lowest rates available, filter by your preferred criteria and sort by price.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY597

What cheap hotels are close to Santa Clara University?

The Row Hotel, BW Signature Collection is an economical hotel close to Santa Clara University and offers free parking, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.
Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport is another low-cost option a short drive away.

Can I find hotels close to Santa Clara University that are fully refundable?

Yes, many hotels offer refundable room reservations if you cancel prior to the cancellation deadline. To find refundable rates, select the "Fully refundable" filter when searching for hotels.

Both Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley and Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto are highly rated hotels close to Santa Clara University that offer these rates.

What are the best romantic hotels near Santa Clara University?

For travelers looking for a romantic stay, DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose offers 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. It's a short 5-minute drive from Santa Clara University.
Santa Clara Marriott is another great choice, and it's a short drive away.

What are the best hotels close to Santa Clara University with free breakfast?

Enjoy a free buffet breakfast to begin your day at Element by Marriott San Jose Airport, which is steps from Santa Clara University.
The Domain Hotel is also a recommended place to stay with a free buffet breakfast, and it's located a short drive away.

Which hotels near Santa Clara University have rooms with great views?

Travelers can enjoy rooms with valley or pool views at DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose, which is a short 5-minute drive from Santa Clara University.
Another great choice nearby is Santa Clara Marriott, which has rooms with city or pool views.

What are the best family hotels close to Santa Clara University?

For travelers looking for a family-friendly stay, DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose offers free cribs, an outdoor pool, and a free roundtrip airport shuttle. Santa Clara University is a short drive away.
Another great option for your family's trip is The Westin San Jose.

What are the best luxury hotels near Santa Clara University?

Pamper yourself with a stay at Santa Clara Marriott, which is a short 6-minute drive from Santa Clara University. This hotel features 2 restaurants including The Orchard, and offers an outdoor pool.
A second luxurious choice is Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley, which is a short drive away.

What are the best hotels near Santa Clara University with free parking?

Drive and park with ease when you stay at Signature Inn Santa Clara, which offers free parking. You'll be steps from Santa Clara University.
Best Western Plus Airport Plaza also has free parking and is just steps away.

What are the best hotels near Santa Clara University with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool at Element by Marriott San Jose Airport. Santa Clara University is steps from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Santa Clara Marriott.

What cheap motels can I book close to Santa Clara University?

To save on your stay near Santa Clara University, take a look at Sterling Inn, which offers parking and free in-room WiFi.
Also consider Valley Inn San Jose, which is another inexpensive motel in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Santa Clara University?

You might be here to check out the campus at Santa Clara University, but leave some time for the major sights like Levi's Stadium, SAP Center at San Jose, and Winchester Mystery House.
Other popular places in the area are Santana Row Shopping Center and California's Great America.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Santa Clara University?

Bring your furry friend to Element by Marriott San Jose Airport, which is steps from Santa Clara University.
DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose is a second pet-friendly option.

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Where to stay near Santa Clara University?

1. Best Western Plus Airport Plaza

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara by IHG

3. Best Western University Inn Santa Clara

4. Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

5. WAFER 450 Hotel

6. SureStay Plus by Best Western Santa Clara Silicon Valley

7. Courtyard San Jose Airport

8. The Row Hotel, BW Signature Collection

9. Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

10. Granada Hotel Santa Clara

11. Motel 6 San Jose, CA - Convention Center

12. Rose Garden Inn - San Jose Airport

13. Valley Inn San Jose

14. Extended Stay America Suites San Jose Downtown

15. Voco Ardez Hotel Sunnyvale By Ihg

16. Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

17. Element by Marriott Santa Clara

18. TETRA Hotel, Autograph Collection

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Cupertino

20. Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley

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Other landmarks near Santa Clara University

Leavey Center

Stevens Stadium

De Saissest Museum

Edward Peterman Museum of Railroad History

PayPal Park

Civic Center Park

Statue of Saint Clare

Harris-Lass Historic Museum

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels near Santa Clara University?

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Santa Clara University?

What cheap hotels are close to Santa Clara University?

Can I find hotels close to Santa Clara University that are fully refundable?

What are the best romantic hotels near Santa Clara University?

What are the best hotels close to Santa Clara University with free breakfast?

Which hotels near Santa Clara University have rooms with great views?

What are the best family hotels close to Santa Clara University?

What are the best luxury hotels near Santa Clara University?

What are the best hotels near Santa Clara University with free parking?

What are the best hotels near Santa Clara University with a pool?

What cheap motels can I book close to Santa Clara University?

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Santa Clara University?

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Santa Clara University?

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