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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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Reception
Room amenity
Lobby

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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1655 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, 95050
  • Santa Clara University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • California's Great America
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Levi's Stadium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Room options

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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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

  • Santa Clara University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Winchester Mystery House - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • SAP Center at San Jose - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • California's Great America - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Levi's Stadium - 8 min drive - 4.5 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
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tay Ho - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mission City Grill - ‬5 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

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

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?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's location in Santa Clara, and it's just steps from Civic Center Park. You'll also find SAP Center at San Jose and PayPal Park within a short drive.

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

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara on Aug 3, 2025 start from $121.51, 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.

Is Best Western University Inn Santa Clara good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara.

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 504 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1011 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Maricela

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The staff were friendly. The tv didn't work well (the picture was less thana quarter the sizeof the screen) and the bath towels were terrible - stained, small and very old. The shower had calcium build up so the water flow was somewhat blocked. The guests above us stomped about afyer midnight, but that's not the fault of the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Jaime

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and value
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nebojsa, Toronto

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Fine for a stop

Great for a stop. Our only concern was with the noise from the parking lot, construction workers leaving early and letting their trucks run for 30 minutes. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bhuvana

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Newton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally speaking, the hotel is clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

JAMIE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good midrange motel exceptionally convenient to SJC. Clean, comfortable and quiet. Free parking and basic breakfast included. Pool onsite would be nice in hot westher
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Above Board Construction & Roofing, Redding

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to access and in a good area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christy

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Fairly recently updated rooms. No carpet which is a huge plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service. Shopping and food just down the road. Near airport.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Winchester Mystery House
Night Sky
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, delicious breakfast, clean and safe room. Quiet. 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

2/10 Terrible

Dawn R

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are really rundown and the place is understaffed. There is no manager on duty and no one else available. The first room #4 I was the key pad on the door didn't work, after them giving me 3 different keys to try again, it only opened with the Master Key. The second room #5 they gave me the air conditioning stopped working in the middle of the night and there were no screens on the windows. It was hot, and loud and noisy without the air on. The next night I requested help with the air conditioning to see if they could show me how it works but they said they couldn't do anything about it because there was no one else but the front desk person. The night staff person was lovely but couldn't leave her post to help so she changed my room. I changed rooms ( which was a hassle) but the bathtub didn't drain. . The day staff person should not be in the hospitality business. She has an attitude and does not know how to effectively handle issues that arise. She was unkind and not helpful at all. I have asked for a refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ted

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zu Qiang

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025