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Sterling Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Silicon Valley

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Room amenity
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(108 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

Sterling Inn places you next to Silicon Valley and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Santa Clara University. 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
  • PayPal Park - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 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
  • ‪Mission Bakery & Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bill's Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sterling Inn

Motel with free parking, steps from Silicon Valley
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

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.

What's there to see around Sterling Inn?

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

Is there parking available 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.

Are there hot tubs at Sterling Inn?

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.

Does Sterling Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 that I can book at Sterling Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sterling Inn.

Reviews

Sterling Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 691 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1004 reviews

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

Hector

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

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

10/10 Excellent

Jay

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location with easy access and parking, with great staff and a nice clean room. Would definitely use again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

juan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Depeche

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

8/10 Good

Michelle

Staff super nice. Room plain but clean and comfortable. I felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

catalina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

catalina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Omid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean and cool stay, would be nice to have a coffee maker in room or in office
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

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

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mission at Santa Clara university campus
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carlinda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sterling

Always a great place to stay. The staff is always friendly, and the property is well kept and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff members.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anai

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and the staff was super nice and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy, Pacifica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a quick trip
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire Seitz

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

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