| surrounded by casual restaurants and retail shops off interstate 680, this unassuming hotel is 7 miles from both california's great america theme park, and from the biking and hiking trails at alum rock park. suites add 4-poster beds. there's also a bbq area. accessed via exterior corridors, the homey rooms feature warm decor and wood accents, plus complimentary wi-fi and cable tv. freebies include parking, and continental breakfast served in an informal dining room or on a terrace. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. children age 11 and under (up to 2 per room) stay at no extra cost with a parent
San Francisco International Airport 38 min
Ed R. Levin County Park (4 min)
Vast, natural retreat featuring 19 miles of trails, an off-leash dog park, a golf course & more. IMAX Dome - The Tech Interactive (15 min)
Accessible, hands-on exhibits for all ages in a spacious facility, plus an attached IMAX theater. Winchester Mystery House (18 min)
Sprawling landmark with a staircase leading nowhere & other odd features designed to confuse ghosts. Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose (15 min)
Children of all ages explore more than 150 interactive exhibits including a full-size fire truck. Municipal Rose Garden (16 min)
180+ rose varieties typically blooming April-November in a colorful 5.5-acre garden with a fountain. Intel Museum (17 min)
Educational exhibits showcasing tech milestones & intel history like the making of the silicon chip. San Jose Museum of Art (15 min)
Revolving exhibitions from post-1980 to older 20th-century works plus a cafe & education center. The San Jose Flea Market (10 min)
Crafts, vendors & food stalls in a vast, kid-friendly market with a carousel & mini Ferris wheel. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum (16 min)
Museum with displays on Egyptian burial practices, plus artifacts including jewelry & bronze tools. California's Great America (15 min)
Family-friendly theme park with thrill rides, water attractions, live entertainment & food options. Mission Peak (24 min)
Small mountain & public park with strenuous hiking trails to the summit, featuring an iconic pole. Alum Rock Park (14 min)
Spacious park featuring hiking & biking trails, mineral springs & several picnic areas. Sunol Regional Wilderness (20 min)
6,859-acre park with varied terrain & a scenic gorge for hiking, swimming, camping & more. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (13 min)
Small zoo with an array of animals & rides, plus an education center, petting zoo & puppet theater. Raging Waters San Jose (18 min)
23-acre aquatic park boasts high-speed waterslides, a wave pool & an interactive themed water fort. | 
