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Sterling Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Santa Clara University

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Sterling Inn sits in central San Jose, offering guests WiFi in their rooms and self parking on site. Travelers appreciate its convenient location near Santa Clara University and PayPal Park, while the staff consistently earns positive reviews from those who have stayed here.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(108 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2234 The Alameda, Santa Clara, CA, 95050-6034

What's nearby

  • Santa Clara University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mission Santa Clara de Asis - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • PayPal Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Gish Station - 4 min drive
  • Santa Clara Station - 15 min walk
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyager Craft Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mission Bakery & Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bill's Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ume Tea - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sterling Inn

Motel near Santa Clara University
Close to Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall, Sterling Inn has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Sterling Inn feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Sterling Inn Santa Clara
Sterling Santa Clara
Sterling Inn Motel
Sterling Inn Santa Clara
Sterling Inn Motel Santa Clara

Frequently asked questions

Is Sterling Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sterling Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sterling Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sterling Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Silicon Valley and Santa Clara University. SAP Center at San Jose and Winchester Mystery House are also within 3 mi (5 km). Santa Clara Station is 15 minutes by foot and San Jose College Park Station is 23 minutes.

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Sterling Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 695 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean,Ed was great at check in,good parking,will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jhoselin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice area, not noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, professional, clean, will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful little hotel for the price. Clean and quiet, staff was nice. Pillows are a little hard, but overall very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well lit, parking adjacent to rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place! The proprietor is kind and welcoming, the rooms are clean and comfortable, and the location can’t be beat—just steps from Santa Clara University. It’s also a great deal for the area, making it perfect for parents visiting their kids.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect place to stay before an early flight the next morning. Was able to park directly in front of my room. The room was modest but comfortable and very clean. Ed at the front desk was super sweet. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Francisca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
bed was lobsided as the room had slant ,,,perhaps because corner room. ..I would suggest adjustment of bed because it affected my rest and sleep.... property was very clean and check in was easy and excellent. Friendly and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No frills, but very clean everywhere. Refrigerator and microwave are handy. Bed was firm (which I prefer). A number of good food and coffee places right across the street. Excellent value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and modern. Great area and reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, great service and a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Super comfy pillows and blankets. Front desk was kind and friendly. Parking lot is clean and quiet. Abundance of fruit trees. Overall will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good quick in/ out motel that is close to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Siyi

very thin walls, not very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. The staff was so sweet, and accommodating. Very personal service. When our key card stopped working because of a dead battery in the lock, the staff took care of it while we were out. Several hours, the person at the desk had the key card ready for me and address me by name when I came in to grab the replacement.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Arletta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Updated. Fairly quiet. Nice family owned hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for two nights and will definitely stay again if we are in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORGE JR

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Really clean room and fast and easy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, and the room is likely the nicest motel room I've stayed in. Walking distance to a bus stop, Santa Clara university, and a Safeway for groceries. And many restaurants nearby as well. Very convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners of this property were so inviting and welcoming. They obviously put time and effort into their establishment. The tile shower was great. The room is nice and large. It was perfect for the night. We stayed before flying out the next morning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a quick trip
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025