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The Sainte Claire

302 S Market St San Jose, 95113 United States of America

Historic hotel across from San Jose convention center

Easy access
Three miles from the San Jose airport, this Silicon Valley hotel is across from McEnery Convention Center, Cesar Chavez Park, and the Tech Museum of Innovation. Show more
Sense of history
Built in 1926, The Sainte Claire is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, yet it features a modern business center and wireless Internet access.
Artistic flair
The 171 guestrooms offer feather beds and wireless Internet access. The Sainte Claire's decor incorporates artwork from the owner's private collection. Hide

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4.3out of 5

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90%

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1 queen bed. Desk. Complimentary wireless internet and TV with premium channels. Complimentary daily newspaper. Refrigerator, iron/ironing board, and turndown service all available on request. Cribs and rollaway beds available. Non-smoking.
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Hotel Policies & Fees

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  • There are no room charges for children 18 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding.
Policies
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.
  • Pets accepted
  • Pet fee charged at hotel/condo
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Pet maximum weight in lb is 60
Fees
  • The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
    • Valet parking fee: US$ 21 per day
    • Pet fee: US$ 75 per stay
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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  • Accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Handicapped parking
  • In-room accessibility
  • Accessibility equipment for the deaf
  • Braille or raised signage

Property Amenities

The Sainte Claire, in Silicon Valley style, offers a business center where fax, copy, and printing services are offered. A small fitness room is equipped with stationary bikes and treadmills. Wireless Internet access throughout the property is complimentary.

  • Concierge desk
  • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
  • Use of nearby fitness center (complimentary)
  • Health club
  • Fitness facilities
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Coffee shop or café
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Exhibit space
  • Banquet facilities
  • Ballroom(s)
  • Business center
  • Multiple large conference rooms
  • Event catering
  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Computer rental
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Express check-out
  • Security guard
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Tour assistance
  • ATM/banking
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Microwave in lobby
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Total number of rooms - 171
  • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Elevator/lift
  • Year Built - 1926
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
  • Smoke-free property
  • Billiards
  • Valet parking
  • Pool table
The Sainte Claire, San Jose,  United States of America, Property Amenities Lobby

Rooms

The 171 guestrooms at The Sainte Claire feature feather beds, complimentary wireless Internet access, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and cordless phones. Bathrooms come with bathrobes and LATHER bath and body amenities.

All guestrooms are nonsmoking.

The Sainte Claire, San Jose,  United States of America, Rooms Guest Room

Room Amenities

  • Premium television channel(s)
  • Cable/satellite television channels
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Air conditioning
  • Climate control
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Voice mail
  • Multi-line phone
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Wake-up calls
  • Turndown service (on request)
  • Extra towels/bedding in room
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Television
  • Non-smoking only
  • Window opens
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Clock radio
  • Desk
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Rollaway beds available
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Wireless high-speed Internet access (complimentary)

Dining

Il Fornaio - Bistro-style restaurant. Menu includes pasta, vegetarian pizzas, and other Italian dishes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served.

The Sainte Claire, San Jose,  United States of America, Dining Restaurant

Recreation

There is a small fitness room on-site.

Recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

  • Golf - driving range nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Aerobics nearby
  • Tennis nearby
  • Running track/path nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Playground nearby

Verified Reviews: All guest reviews are verified as submitted by our customers and reflect their stay at The Sainte Claire

4.3
out of 5
avg. guest rating
Hotel service:
4.5
Hotel condition:
4.4
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Room comfort:
4.4
Location:
4.5
Neighborhood:
4.5
90%

of guests recommend

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JB HTX from Houston, TX
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Dec 5 2011

“Good for the price, no pastries”

It is a historic hotel, well preserved, the rooms are small but clean and comfortable, well located in downtown San Jose, in the center of Silicon Valley. There is only valet parking and it takes a long time to get the car, specially at night or on weekends. The hotel does not have its own restaurant(s), by the lobby there is an independent Italian restaurant with good food and desserts but they do not have pastries or fresh orange juice at breakfast time 'because it is not profitable'. For the price and location I would go back although there are other better options nearby.

A Traveler from Redding, CA
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Nov 29 2011

“Location and charm”

This is a charming hotel with a fabulous restaurant and a location that cannot be beat (it's steps from the San Jose Tech Museum). There were many high class touches, such as the super comfortable bedding and the very nice L'Occitane soaps and shampoo that the hotel provides. The downside is that this is an older hotel, with walls that are a tad thinner than they might be in a newer hotel; we awoke to the sound of someone having a conversation next door. The street noises outside were somewhat loud, too, although this is to be expected at the beginning of the holiday season during San Jose's Christmas in the Park. All in all, these acoustic problems did not detract from the comfort of our stay, We will definitely stay here again.

Area recommendations
Downtown San Jose is charming and lively, with plenty to do and see.
Mike C from Los Angeles, CA
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Nov 17 2011

“Nice, Old-Fashioned, and Stylish”

The Sainte Claire is kept up very nicely with stylish, old-fashioned decorations. The common areas, conference rooms, and ball room are all impressive. The guest rooms are on the small side, but clean and comfortable. The walls seem a bit thin, thus you'll hear your neighbors. The bathrooms are petite but nicely appointed. The single restaurant, one in the Il Fornaio chain, serves delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It's comfortable to hang out around the Il Fornaio bar at night also. Just remember that it's not a cheap place to eat. Location is great, close to several downtown San Jose businesses, as well as freeways and dining / shopping. The staff are all friendly and competent, except occasionally showing some stress when assisting guests. Pretty good overall.

A Traveler from Portland, OR
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Nov 3 2011

“Centrally located, nicely restored older hotel”

Can't beat the location of this hotel. We came to town for a Roger Daltrey concert in the civic center, which is just across the street. If you're looking for ultra modern you should probably stay elsewhere, but if you're looking for nicely restored and friendly staff, this is your place. Oh yes, the hotel restaurant, Il Fornaio, is probably one of the best in San Jose.

Jimmy from Santa Monica
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Oct 13 2011

“Classic Style and Comfort in San Jose”

Lovely Gilded Age style. Most comfortable bed I've ever slept on. And the walls are absolutely soundproof (they don't make 'em like they used to). The only negative is that cars are valet-parked, and not cheaply. If you're going for business in the heart of Silicon Valley (Santa Clara, Sunnyvale), you'll have to deal with a half hour of stop and go traffic. So I'd have to mark it down to a 4 out of 5.. Otherwise, I'd say it's great.

Area recommendations
Nearby is Tech Museum. Some good restaurants on First Street and an excellent billiards room with walking distance!
A Traveler from Orange County, Ca
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Oct 5 2011

“Nice Hotel”

The hotel was sweet and simple yet elegant. The staff was very nice and helpful.

Joe S from Austin, Tx
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Sep 4 2011

“Absolutely wonderful”

When we come to San Jose, we will definitely stay here and I will recommend it to everyone I meet. Its a great downtown location. Only took me 5 minutes to get to City Hall.

Richard K from Carson City, Nevada
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Aug 8 2011

“very nice old downtown hotel”

Had just returned from a long trip in Asia and was hoping to find a hotel not as depresssing as most US hotels in this price range, and this hotel was what I was looking for. An old restored downtown hotel with all the modern conveniences and amenities, good service, and even a business center with up to date computers and a printer. Service was good, efficient, and pleasant. Room very attractive. Very nice antique furniture, deep featherbed and lots of down pillows, original fixtures throughout, or equivalent, all in excellent condition. Lobby and adjoining public rooms also very attractive. Liked the original stairs all the way up. Elevator pretty old too, but worked well enough. Restaurant was booked for a wedding the night I was there so couldn't try dinner, but breakfast was good. Downtown San Jose is pretty dead even on a Saturday night, but plenty of other good restaurants within walking distance. Parking in the immediate area is expensive, but I parked my rental car overnight a few blocks south off Market St. after the parking meters ended and it was ok next morning.

Area recommendations
Lived in San Jose for a long time before moving out a few years ago, and can't particularly recommend any part of the city, but at least downtown, lively or not, is more interesting than any other part of town. Museums, a few old buildings, enough restaurants and bars in all price ranges. A lot of it is a little too trendy for me, but still there is a good assortment and everyone can probably find something.
A Traveler from Cary, NC
3.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jul 25 2011

“Not impressed with the hotel, but the locaiton is excellent”

The hotel is old and not well maintain. The rooms need a lot of work specially the bathrooms. I will go back to this hotel, but only I get the rate cheap and maily because of the location. Please work it out, the hotel needs improvements!

Area recommendations
This location is really good, but there's many other nice hotels in the area.
A Traveler from Columbia, SC
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jun 20 2011

“Charming!!!”

This is a wonderful property! Old and charming, beautiful decor. Incredible staff. The room was clean and comfortable. Awesome location, walking distance to everything. Highly recommended!!!

The Sainte Claire

302 S Market St San Jose, 95113 United States of America

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • San Jose McEnery Convention Center - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
  • Plaza de Cesar Chavez - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Tech Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • San Jose Museum of Art - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
  • San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
  • St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
  • Children's Discovery Museum - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • San Jose State University - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • HP Pavilion - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
  • Spartan Stadium - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
  • Kelley Park - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
  • Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
  • San Jose Municipal Rose Garden - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
  • Mexican Heritage Plaza - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
  • Santa Clara County Fairgrounds - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi

Location Highlights

  • Theme park(s) nearby
  • In historical district
  • In city center
  • In business district
  • In entertainment district
  • Airport nearby
  • Convention center nearby

The preferred airport for The Sainte Claire is San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 5.7 km / 3.5 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

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Nearest Major Airport:

  • San Jose, CA, United States (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)

Area:

San Jose, California, United States of America: Basking in 300 sunny days a year, San Jose offers stylish, old-time streetscapes in its lively downtown historic district. Its vibrant arts scene explores the innovative and the traditional with galleries, museums, public works, and performances. Indie-film lovers flock to its Cinequest Film Festival each year. For shopping, visit Japantown; Santana Row mall; and Valley Fair, home to 366 stores.

The Sainte Claire

302 S Market St San Jose, 95113 United States of America

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