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Sterling Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Santa Clara University

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Wardrobe
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Mini-refrigerator
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Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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2234 The Alameda, Santa Clara, CA, 95050-6034
  • Place, Santa Clara University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Santa Clara de Asis
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, PayPal Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(109 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Clara

Santa Clara University is within a 5-minute walk of Sterling Inn while other popular sites like SAP Center at San Jose are within a few miles (5 km). This 21-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Clara University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission Santa Clara de Asis - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • San Jose Municipal Rose Garden - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • PayPal Park - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gish Station - 4 min drive
  • Santa Clara Station - 15 min walk
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyager Craft Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bill's Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mission Bakery & Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪CAFFE:iN - Santa Clara - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sterling Inn

Motel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Santa Clara University
Guests of Sterling Inn have access to free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sterling Inn Santa Clara
Sterling Santa Clara
Sterling Inn Motel
Sterling Inn Santa Clara
Sterling Inn Motel Santa Clara

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sterling Inn?

Sterling Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sterling Inn?

As of Jan 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sterling Inn on Jan 25, 2026 start from $110.0, 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.

What's there to see around Sterling Inn?

This motel is located in Santa Clara, just steps from Silicon Valley. You'll also find PayPal Park and SAP Center at San Jose within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Sterling Inn?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Sterling Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, Sterling Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sterling Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Sterling Inn?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include free Internet access and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Sterling Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Sterling Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Sterling Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Sterling Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sterling Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Sterling Inn?

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

Where is the closest airport to Sterling Inn?

The closest major airport to Sterling Inn is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 5.1 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 23.6 mi away (27-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Sterling Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Sterling Inn.

Sterling Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 706 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean. Area is very safe. Parking lot was ample and clean. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. Ed (front desk) was very nice and accommodating. Price was good. I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yong Ju

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and clean room. Perfect stay for my Silicon Valley trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, and the room is likely the nicest motel room I've stayed in. Walking distance to a bus stop, Santa Clara university, and a Safeway for groceries. And many restaurants nearby as well. Very convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safe, clean, quiet, and centrally located for my needs. The owner was super friendly. I will definitely return here if I have a need to when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

SIDHARTHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tirumaleswararao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcelino

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and modern. Great area and reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here a couple of times now and I really like it. The rooms have been newly redone. They are simple, in the best way, and very clean. The family that owns the motel is friendly and very helpful. The rates are very reasonable and it’s walking distance from Santa Clara University, which makes it the perfect place to stay when I go to visit my son. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen F

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cody

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I paid for a room but they never booked it officially . Hotels.com records show that they checked me out @ 12:09 then nine hours later came to my room and kicked me out, at 10 o’clock at night!!!!! He also charged my card for deposit and upon arrival demanded $200 cash or he wasn’t going to check me in. After respectfully leaving, He refused to refund me for the night , and it being so late im now scrambling to find a new room, down $120, and completely dissatisfied. I have video and physical records of everything and will be filing a civil lawsuit on Monday. DO NOT STAY AT THIS MOTEL IS SCAMMING PEOPLE!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ting-Wei

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Definitely, going to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgina M

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Katherin

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our room was very clean. Staff were very polite. Sadly, the floor made loud creaky sounds in multiple spots.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good quick in/ out motel that is close to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coffee across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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