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Best Western University Inn Santa Clara

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Winchester Mystery House

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Room amenity
Free daily full breakfast

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1655 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, 95050
  • Place, Civic Center Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Triton Museum of Art
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Clara University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(68 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Roll in Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Larger Room, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible Room, Roll-in Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Wifi, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Santa Clara

Located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Winchester Mystery House, Best Western University Inn Santa Clara is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like SAP Center at San Jose. This 70-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Civic Center Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Statue of Saint Clare - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Triton Museum of Art - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Clara University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mission Santa Clara de Asis - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Clara Station - 5 min drive
  • Bonaventura Station - 6 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • Panera Bread
  • ‪Denny's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tay Ho - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Winchester Mystery House
Guests of Best Western University Inn Santa Clara have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with securing valuables and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a business center, a computer station, and laundry facilities.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free local calls, and ironing boards are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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Best Western Inn Santa Clara
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 693 reviews
$119 nightly
The price is $135
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Inn Santa Clara

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

Guests positively rate the hotel's location in Santa Clara, just steps from Silicon Valley and Civic Center Park, and within a short walk of Triton Museum of Art. You'll also find PayPal Park and Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

As of Jan 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara on Jan 7, 2026 start from $119.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Best Western University Inn Santa Clara include a casino at the property?

No, Best Western University Inn Santa Clara doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include soaking tubs and free Internet access.

Does Best Western University Inn Santa Clara have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Best Western University Inn Santa Clara have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Best Western University Inn Santa Clara allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara though service animals are welcome.

Does Best Western University Inn Santa Clara have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

The closest major airport to Best Western University Inn Santa Clara is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 4.7 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 22.2 mi away (30-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara.

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 511 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lari and Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Place us remodeled and clean. Good price for the area. Food was good. Parking felt safe. Over all good got stay. Two down side. Squeaky bed and we were on we Camino side so a bit noisy but still slept ok.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel. Breakfast is open at 6am everyday!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had television programs. Marisol and Jazz were there to help!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Rooms were clean and orderly. Breakfast was amazing! will definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUANWEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room is very clean and comfortable. Staff is so kind and
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel. Room faced onto the parking lot, but felt safe. Breakfast was ok. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Well done!

The room was quiet and comfortable. The outdoor patio on the second floor was delightful. Breakfast was ample and tasty. All questions were answered satisfactorily. Staff were friendly and attended our needs. Other guests were friendly. Proximity to Santa Clara University was advantageous.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Veeraparn

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N a
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAUSHIK

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home away from home

Very good experience, will stay again. Lots of parking space. Room was big and clean. Daily house keeping facility. Breakfast was good with lots of option. Wi-Fi and AC worked very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yassine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xue

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for a few days and the staff were friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed my stay here and would stay here again when I come back to San Jose.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mandi

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony, Rowland Heights

Traveled with family
Motel like, but for the money in San Jose, still good choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eyal

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Shuqiang

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Weird smell in the room. Noisy from the road. Small room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Soyon, Oak Park

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Takeki

Liked: Staff & service
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Regina

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Terilee

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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