What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in San Jose?

A motel is a great option if you're planning to travel around San Jose. These escapes are typically found close to airports and major roads, offer ample parking and come with basic amenities and services. Spend your break at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger choice of rooms and additional amenities such as a fitness centre, lobby and free WiFi, you can expect to pay extra for hotel accommodation.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in San Jose?

Keep your budget in check at one of our 3-star hotels with free breakfast in San Jose. Roll out of bed and grab a fresh brew at Hotel Clariana , which comes with designer toiletries and individually decorated rooms. Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown is another getaway that provides your morning food and drinks without an additional cost.

Do any 3-star hotels in San Jose have a pool?

Take dips in between exploring the sights at Comfortable Guest Room with attached bath or AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown . They're popular 3-star accommodation that come with a pool in San Jose. The summer months of June, July and August are an excellent time to book a hotel with a pool here. If you arrive in the warmest month of July, you'll experience average temperatures of 14ºC at night to 29ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in San Jose have an on-site restaurant?

Reserve your room at AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown and eat without venturing far from the comfort of your accommodation. A terrace and a swimming pool are two of the other amenities at this standout 3-star pick in San Jose. Feeling hungry after a thrilling day of activities? See what's cooking at the on-site restaurant at Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown , which also comes with hypo-allergenic bedding and a terrace.

Do any 3-star hotels in San Jose have WiFi?

Certainly. AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown and Hotel Clariana are among our 3-star hotels in San Jose with WiFi. Opt for one of these stays to easily access weather updates, travel tips and local insights. Remember, this useful amenity may be free or incur an additional cost.

What 3-star hotels in San Jose have parking?

A couple of our favourites are Hotel Clariana and AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown . These 3-star properties in San Jose come with parking, making it a breeze for you to jump behind the wheel and go. After you've seen the major sights in the city, why not buckle up and venture a little farther out? Some fantastic day trip ideas from the centre of San Jose are Pier 39 and Golden Gate Bridge.

Do any 3-star hotels in San Jose have rooms with a kitchenette?

Staying at a hotel with a kitchenette is perfect if you're thinking about a self-catered break in San Jose. Look forward to preparing your own breakfasts and evening meals at Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Cupertino . An electric car charging station and a terrace are other amenities at this 3-star escape. Or save cash on takeout and restaurant bills at Embassy Suites by Hilton Milpitas Silicon Valley , which also has cooking facilities in addition to mountain views and a swimming pool.

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Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Rosemary

Lonna

₹10,689 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Dec - 20 Dec

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

North San Jose

Christopher James

₹11,381 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Dec - 13 Dec

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

Downtown San Jose

Reynaldo

₹13,240 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport

Rosemary

Colin

₹10,054 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

North San Jose

₹9,074 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Dec - 20 Dec

Aloft Santa Clara

North San Jose

₹10,922 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Dec - 13 Dec

Daily buffet breakfast (USD 22.50 per person)

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG

Rosemary

Priscila

₹10,885 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Dec - 22 Dec

Aloft San Jose Cupertino

West San Jose

tabitha

₹13,347 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Dec - 23 Dec

La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley

South San Jose

Elia

₹9,052 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Dec - 28 Dec

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown

Downtown San Jose

Fredy

₹12,897 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Dec - 12 Dec

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport

Rosemary

Melissa

₹9,896 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Dec - 22 Dec

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose International Airport, CA

Rosemary

Jonathan

₹8,451 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown

Downtown San Jose

rosa

₹14,998 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Dec - 20 Dec

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose South

South San Jose

Elmira

₹10,759 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Dec - 22 Dec

Sonesta ES Suites San Jose Airport

Trimble Business Area

Amanda

₹11,520 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Dec - 30 Dec

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Airport-Downtown

Hyde Park

Mariela

₹10,587 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Dec - 22 Dec

Hyatt House San Jose Airport

North San Jose

Sara

₹14,818 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Dec - 13 Dec

Hampton Inn San Jose Cherry Ave

South San Jose

Max

₹10,531 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Dec - 20 Dec

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Jose Airport

Rosemary

hyuna

₹11,119 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Dec - 20 Dec

In-room safe, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Jose Santa Clara

North San Jose

Ralph

₹9,873 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Dec - 20 Dec

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Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent

"very clean room, receptionists are very kind, breakfast is simple but good!"

Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent

"I was pleased with my stay. Everything went well. Burger King and the gas station is walking distance, it made grabbing snacks and water very convenient. Parking is included with the stay, which is not easy to find. I referred a friend and she booked the same weekend as me. She found "

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"$45 a night parking fee for already paid room is insane. Walked to the parking garage with friend who parked there and it was so empty. They even closed off a few floors of parking because they don’t have enough people parking there. They would definitely make more money lowering the parking price. Otherwise everything else was great. "

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There's a reason the top 3-star hotels in San Jose, California, United States of America are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in San Jose, you'll get affordable rates at these mid-range properties. Check through our listings and you'll find some hotels may even give you access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centres, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Jose?

Hotel Clariana, around 0.64 kilometres northeast of downtown San Jose, is a guest favourite. Individually decorated rooms and designer toiletries are among its many conveniences. AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown is another 3-star hotel that ranks highly among travellers. It offers a firepit and a swimming pool, and is about 0.64 kilometres southwest of the city centre.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Jose?

The principal difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in San Jose will be the quality of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally more economical and include the services and amenities you need to be comfy, such as a gym, WiFi and breakfast. You can count on a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale interiors, deluxe toiletries and perks like on-site spa centres.

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