Sonesta Simply Suites Silicon Valley Santa Clara

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Sonesta Hotels
7.2 (438 reviews)
481 El Camino Real , Santa Clara , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Comfortable bed
Pet-friendly
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Staff rudeness
Room temperature issues

Categories

Cleanliness
3.78
There were reports of black mold and general hygiene issues.
Service
8.75
Service was mentioned positively, but there were instances of rudeness from staff.
Location
9.29
The location is excellent, with proximity to transport and attractions.
Room Quality
5.74
Rooms had issues with heating/cooling and overall quality was below standard.
Amenities
7.77
Amenities mentioned include a nice gym, though some rooms lacked basic facilities.
Value for Money
8.23
Considering the issues, prices seemed high for the experience.
Food and Beverage
6.78
Limited food options; no restaurant on premises.
Overall Experience
7.25
Overall experience was negative due to cleanliness and service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:24

Property Description

Spacious All-Suite Accommodations with Full Kitchens
Experience the comfort of fully equipped suites at Sonesta Simply Suites Silicon Valley Santa Clara, perfect for short getaways or extended stays.

Convenient On-Site Amenities
Indulge in browsing snacks at the convenience store or savor a meal using the outdoor barbecue facilities. Stay active at the 24-hour fitness centre for a rejuvenating workout.

Proximity to Local Attractions
Explore the vibrant attractions nearby such as the San Jose Museum of Art, Valley Fair Mall, Egyptian Museum, and Winchester Mystery House.

Experience comfort, convenience, and exploration at Sonesta Simply Suites Silicon Valley Santa Clara. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Pets are welcomed. A daily pet fee and deposit will be charged at time of check in.

Bed type preference cannot be guaranteed as it will be allocated upon arrival based on availability.

• When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of $75 fee per stay for stays up to 7 nights; $150 for all longer stays. A maximum of 2 pet(s) per room is allowed.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SJC

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs USD 7.50 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 438 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.78
Service: 8.75
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 5.74
Amenities: 7.77
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 6.78
Overall Experience: 7.25
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Nora • couple • us
2
Below average
Pros:

The light inside the room

Cons:

The overnight staff were super unhelpful and when the toilet overflowed he refused to switch our rooms and made us plunge the toilet at 2am with water already all over the floor and we had to clean with all of our towels and weren’t able to get any more until the next day.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Lori • couple • us
8
Convenient, roomy and perfect for our needs.
Pros:

Very close to the San Jose airport, located right across the street from the Santa Clara University campus, which is beautiful and peaceful. We were at the far end of the building, away from the elevator, on the second (of three) floors, so we used the stairs which was very convenient. Starbucks was right there for our morning coffee. Parking was only $7/day. Windows were double-paned, to keep out the sounds of the trains, I’m guessing, so it was quiet.
We brought flower leis from Hawaii so it was important to have a full sized refrigerator.

Cons:

My husband has knee issues, so an elevator on our end would have been nice, but we managed.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Charris mora • solo_traveller • us
7
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Jessica • solo_traveller • au
7
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patricia • couple • us
7
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Fred • solo_traveller • us
8
good for price
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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7
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Evangelina • solo_traveller • us
10
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Evangelina • solo_traveller • us
10
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Paul Rvv • solo_traveller • ae
1
Cons:

They called me and told me that my room was downgraded. And the rate turned out to be 20% MORE than it was on booking com. So they charged more for the DOWNGRADED room

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Atsushi • family_with_children • jp
5
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Michelle • family_with_children • us
6
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • us
5
There are probably better options
Pros:

Not much

Cons:

Very dated in every way. Not very clean. Really small towels.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Junfeng • couple • us
10
Great value accommodation!
Pros:

Check-in was very smooth. We stayed here for 9 days. The room was quiet. When we checked out, the front desk helped store our luggage and then helped load it onto the car for us because we had a lot of luggage. Bank of America and Starbucks are right next door, and it's very close to Caltrain station. It's worth mentioning that there is also a mini-kitchen and tableware for cooking.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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villlamonte castro • couple • us
5
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Victoria • couple • us
10
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Patricia • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

The location was great the property was clean the price was reasonable

Cons:

The property is a little dated

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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chuanhao • couple • us
1
Pros:

这辈子遇到的最差的酒店。

Cons:

恶心

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Terrie Sexton • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

Location
Shower was strong

Cons:

Rugs looking old,

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Ayanna • family_with_children • us
9
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee