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Best Western University Inn Santa Clara

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Winchester Mystery House in Santa Clara

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and two windows with blinds.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table with a vase, and a large umbrella.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area in the background, and a view of the outside through large windows.
A modern hotel entrance with a covered driveway, stone pillars, and a clear sign indicating the time of day.
A swimming pool with tiled edges, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a clear sky in the background.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1655 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, 95050
  • Place, Silicon Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Civic Center Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Clara University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a wall-mounted light.

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Larger Room, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a window with a view.

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Larger Room, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a desk.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and two windows with blinds.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bedside table.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

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

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About the area

Santa Clara

Heart of Santa Clara.At this Santa Clara hotel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Winchester Mystery House and 6 miles (10 km) of SAP Center at San Jose. California's Great America and Levi's Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Silicon Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Civic Center Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Triton Museum of Art - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Clara University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mission Santa Clara de Asis - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Clara Station - 3 min drive
  • Bonaventura Station - 6 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara

Hotel near Winchester Mystery House in Santa Clara
Best Western University Inn Santa Clara offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western University Inn Santa Clara. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Clara hotel.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Best Western University Inn Santa Clara offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Best Western Inn Santa Clara

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • 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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western University Inn Santa Clara to the airport?

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara is 6.3 mi (14-min drive) away from the Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara on Oct 23, 2026 start from CA $192, 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.

Does Best Western University Inn Santa Clara have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara.

Does Best Western University Inn Santa Clara offer free breakfast?

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara offers free full breakfast every day from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino M8trix (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 15 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Best Western University Inn Santa Clara?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western University Inn Santa Clara have a pool?

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara features an outdoor pool.

Does Best Western University Inn Santa Clara have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western University Inn Santa Clara to downtown Santa Clara?

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara is 0.1 mi away from Santa Clara.

Best Western University Inn Santa Clara Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 527 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1012 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I like this hotel because it’s comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing so professional and helpful during my stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the cleanliness; the breakfast was excellent, in my opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Daily cleaning of room; check-in staff was helpful; variety in breakfast selection; ample parking
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a delightful time for our family members
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel! Clean, good breakfast, friendly, helpful staff. This is my go to hotel in Santa Clara!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good accomodation. Clean. Good breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the updated room and bathroom. I really loved the wood on the bathroom walls.The beds were very comfortable. It was a good location and we felt safe in the neighborhood. About a10 minute drive to California's Great America and Levi Stadium. Reasonably priced for the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, breakfast was better than expected and managed well. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Best Western is a little oasis of peace in the middle of busy Silicon Valley. I get like I was stepping back in time or maybe out of time- especially with the civic center across the steer and the feeling of the mission heritage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Super
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice helpful staff, nice pool, good breakfast, comfortable bed and nice bathroom and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, self parking, clean rooms. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and decently big room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again at this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were superb—very comfortable with smooth soothing sheets and perfect pillows—not too hard, not too soft. Good bedside lighting. Parking good—wide spots not tiny cramped spots.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast good and ready on time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought the property was very clean also loved all the brightness in the room. Clean sheets and towels was a happy moment
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities
I had a room that faced a patio and people hung out there talking until 1 am.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026