| they also have minifridges and keurig coffeemakers. some have windows facing an interior atrium. this bright hotel is 7 miles from san jose international airport and 1. there are fitness and business centers, event space, and a heated outdoor pool with cabanas and a hot tub. suites add whirlpool tubs and separate living areas, and some have private balconies. freebies include a wine hour most nights, plus parking and a shuttle to locations within a 10 mile radius. 6 miles from the nearest caltrain station. there's also a laid-back cafe and bar. the colorful, modern rooms feature plush linens, flat-screen tvs, ipod docks and free wi-fi. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm
San Francisco International Airport 37 min
Googleplex (16 min)
The global headquarters of Google, this campus encompasses offices, green space & recreation areas. Hakone Estate and Gardens (21 min)
This historical 18-acre Japanese garden features tea rooms & the Cultural Exchange Center. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum (16 min)
Museum with displays on Egyptian burial practices, plus artifacts including jewelry & bronze tools. San Jose Museum of Art (18 min)
Revolving exhibitions from post-1980 to older 20th-century works plus a cafe & education center. Mission Santa Clara (15 min)
Originally consecrated in 1777 by the Franciscan Order, this university church conducts services. Rancho San Antonio Preserve (15 min)
Rural nature preserve features 24 miles of hiking trails, plus an education center & working farm. California's Great America (14 min)
Family-friendly theme park with thrill rides, water attractions, live entertainment & food options. Computer History Museum (15 min)
Exhibits on early computers, the growth of the Internet, industry pioneers & more. Intel Museum (13 min)
Educational exhibits showcasing tech milestones & intel history like the making of the silicon chip. Municipal Rose Garden (15 min)
180+ rose varieties typically blooming April-November in a colorful 5.5-acre garden with a fountain. Shoreline Amphitheatre (17 min)
Large-scale music venue with open-air seating hosts festivals & big-name acts. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (18 min)
Small zoo with an array of animals & rides, plus an education center, petting zoo & puppet theater. Winchester Mystery House (13 min)
Sprawling landmark with a staircase leading nowhere & other odd features designed to confuse ghosts. Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose (16 min)
Children of all ages explore more than 150 interactive exhibits including a full-size fire truck. IMAX Dome - The Tech Interactive (18 min)
Accessible, hands-on exhibits for all ages in a spacious facility, plus an attached IMAX theater. | 
