Hotels in San Jose

Willow Glen combines small-town charm with big-city perks in this beloved San Jose neighborhood. Stroll down Lincoln Avenue where boutique shops and cozy cafes line the historic main street. Tree-canopied residential blocks showcase beautiful Craftsman and Tudor Revival homes from the 1920s-40s. The neighborhood invites you to slow down, grab a coffee, and wander its picture-perfect streets. Getting around is easy with three metro stations (Bascom, Fruitdale, and Virginia) connecting you to San Jose's highlights. Most visitors stay in vacation rentals or B&Bs tucked into historic homes. Lincoln Avenue's restaurants offer everything from farm-to-table cuisine to international flavors, perfect for dinner after exploring this authentic slice of California suburban life.

The Rose Garden neighborhood feels like San Jose's secret garden hideaway, with leafy streets and classic homes that make you forget you're in the middle of a city. The stunning Municipal Rose Garden steals the show with thousands of colorful blooms from April through October. History buffs will love the gorgeous Victorian and Craftsman architecture that gives this area its timeless charm. Driving is your best bet for getting around since public transit options are limited. Most visitors take short trips to nearby Santana Row for dining and shopping since this is primarily a peaceful residential area. The neighborhood specializes in upscale vacation rentals and quaint bed & breakfasts housed in historic homes rather than chain hotels.