In the heart of San Jose, Sterling Inn offers a warm welcome with in-room WiFi and convenient self parking. Relax knowing you're close to Santa Clara University and PayPal Park, while enjoying the helpful staff that previous guests have raved about.
Santana Row Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
SAP Center at San Jose - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 8 min drive
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 27 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 39 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 51 min drive
Tamien Station (Caltrain) - 8 min drive
Santa Clara Station - 15 min walk
San Jose College Park Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
Pizza My Heart - 7 min walk
Mission Bakery & Café - 10 min walk
Voyager Craft Coffee - 1 min walk
Starbucks - 12 min walk
CAFFE:iN - Santa Clara - 3 min walk
About this property
Sterling Inn
When you stay at Sterling Inn, you'll be a short five-minute drive from SAP Center at San Jose and Santa Clara University. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi, self-parking and wired Internet. Also, PayPal Park and Santana Row Shopping Center are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
21 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
24-hour front desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Sterling Inn Motel
Sterling Inn Santa Clara
Sterling Inn Motel Santa Clara
Frequently asked questions
Does Sterling Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sterling Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sterling Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sterling Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sterling Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Sterling Inn?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino M8trix (6-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Sterling Inn like?
Sterling Inn is a short 8-minute drive from San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) and 3 minutes' walk from Santa Clara University. Travellers say that the motel is in a great location.
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Sterling Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Location
Shower
Bed
Bathroom
Restaurant
Airport
Universities
Coffee shop
What guests liked
Convenient location with easy access to the airport. (3 reviews)
Parking was easy and convenient, with a good parking lot and front-door parking available. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
10 Jul 2025
Stayed for two nights and will definitely stay again if we are in the area!
Jo-Anne
Jo-Anne, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Jul 2025
Great place for a quick trip
Cathy
Cathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
27 Jul 2025
It was quiet and the staff was super nice and attentive
Anai
Anai, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
23 Jul 2025
Nice, safe, clean excellent staff. Will stay there again in the future.
Flavia
Flavia, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
17 Jul 2025
Clean and rooms have updated amenities. Staff is very friendly too.
Jay-R
Jay-R, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
16 Aug 2025
clean and cool stay, would be nice to have a coffee maker in room or in office
Omid
Omid, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
11 Jun 2025
Nice place close to airport
Elisha
Elisha, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
7 Jul 2025
Clean and well maintained motel with an excellent staff. Good value. Will stay again.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Jul 2025
Friendly staff members.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Jun 2025
Absolutely wonderful place with a charming owner—I’ve had multiple stays and will always come back here when in San Jose area.
Constance
Constance, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Jul 2025
This is a family owned business. The room is super spacious compared to other chain hotels I stayed in the area before.
Very walkable neighborhood with many dining options. Santa Clara University is across the street. Really a good location for campus visit or stay in the area in general.
Yichao
Yichao, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
16 Jun 2025
Front desk was very personable and nice
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 Mar 2025
Great stay
Alejandra
Alejandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Feb 2025
Great place to stay
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 Jun 2025
Cheap, and nice little spot. Had everything needed.
Grant
Grant, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
11 Apr 2025
Staff and location is great
Cory
Cory, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 Jun 2025
Nice clean quiet neigborhood
Jess
Jess, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 Mar 2025
Great place!
Duncan
Duncan, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Jul 2025
Cute, clean room with nice shower and a bathroom mirror with excellent lighting. I can actually see to put on my make up. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Coffee and restaurants right across the street. Great price!
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 May 2025
The manager of this hotel is so kind, and professional. Would always stay here for Santa Clara visits!
Rocco
Rocco, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
11 May 2025
The facility is clean and neat, better than many more higher rank hotels
Ming
Ming, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 May 2025
Amazing stay and the enormous avocado tree on site was quite the tree! Ed and staff are amazing.
Dustin
Dustin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 May 2025
Ed and his staff are amazing. Only meant to stay one night but ended up staying 4, great stay. Great location.
Dustin
Dustin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Apr 2025
Great service, lovely people working at Sterling Inn, clean and simple rooms, beautiful landscaping with trees and flowers. Lots of great restaurants and cafes right near by :)