Arena Hotel, San Jose ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

817 The Alameda, San Jose, California, United States, 95126

Arena Hotel is located in Downtown San Jose, providing convenient access to shopping, dining, and the city’s vibrant culture. The hotel is just 10 km from Mineta San Jose International Airport and offers easy transportation to Silicon Valley's headquarters. Recently renovated, it features 89 comfortable rooms equipped with modern conveniences. The hotel's proximity to landmarks like the SAP Center and local museums enhances its appeal for both business and leisure travelers.

Location

Arena Hotel is ideally situated just a five-minute walk from San Jose Diridon Station. The hotel enjoys a prime location in Downtown San Jose, surrounded by shopping and entertainment options. Famous local attractions, such as the San Jose Museum of Art and the Municipal Rose Garden, are located within 1.5 km of the property. Guests also have quick access to transportation options for exploring the wider region.

Rooms

Each of the 89 guest rooms at Arena Hotel is air-conditioned and recently renovated. Rooms come equipped with a mini kitchenette, including a microwave, refrigerator, and coffeemaker. Guests can enjoy premium cable TV and access to complimentary Wi-Fi in their rooms. Suites feature additional amenities like a separate sitting area and a spa bath.

Eat & Drink

Arena Hotel offers a complimentary hot breakfast each morning, ensuring guests start their day well. While the hotel does not have an on-site restaurant, numerous dining options are within walking distance in Downtown San Jose. Guests can explore various local cafés and eateries for lunch and dinner. The hotel also provides room service for added convenience.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features a business center with computers and high-speed internet access, catering to business travelers. For leisure, guests can take a stroll through downtown San Jose or visit nearby attractions such as Civic Center Park and Kelley Park. Additional amenities include on-site laundry facilities and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Meeting rooms are available for business gatherings.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Deluxe Suite

Max:

4 persons

46 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Deluxe Queen Room Two Queen Beds

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

San Jose 1.4 km

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 5.9 km

San Francisco International (SFO) 58.3 km

Train

AmTrak500 m

CalTrain San Jose500 m

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Rooms

The room was impressively spacious, providing plenty of room to relax and unwind during our stay.view full review

Wonderful Viewing

With around 40 channels available on the TV, we had no shortage of entertainment during our evenings.view full review

Relaxing Jacuzzi

Even though we didn't use it this time due to drought restrictions, the presence of a Jacuzzi added a touch of luxury to our visit.view full review

Easy Parking

Having parking available on-site made our arrival and departure incredibly convenient, ensuring a hassle-free experience.view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Lift

Guest Parking

Refrigerator
Microwave

Services

Laundry

Dining

Breakfast

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Refrigerator
Microwave

Media

Television
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

817 The Alameda, San Jose, California, United States, 95126

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817 The Alameda, San Jose, California, United States, 95126

City landmarks

Museum

The Tech Interactive

1.7 km

Museum

Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum

1.9 km

Museum

Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

1.7 km

184 W Saint John St

Luis Maria Peralta Adobe

1.1 km

Museum

San Jose Museum of Art

1.7 km

175 W. St. John Street (between Terraine and San Pedro St)

Peralta Adobe Fallon House Historic Site

2.0 km

Garden

Municipal Rose Garden

1.8 km

Church

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

1.5 km

Convention Centre

San Jose Convention Center

1.9 km

Downtown San Jose

1.6 km

Church

Cathedral Basilica of St Joseph

1.6 km

Gallery

San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art

2.0 km

Garden

Heritage Rose Garden

1.3 km

South First St

SoFA District

1.7 km

Square

Plaza de Cesar Chavez

1.7 km

Park

Rotary PlayGarden

1.6 km

Theatre

San Jose Repertory Theatre

1.8 km

Store

Trader Joe's

1.0 km

Stadium

PayPal Park

2.7 km

Museum

San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles

2.0 km

Intersection of W San Fernando St and Delmas Ave.

"Welcome to San Jose" Mural

780 m

Museum

Japanese American Museum of San Jose

2.1 km

Park

Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park

1.3 km

Christmas In The Park

1.7 km

Gallery

ANNO DOMINI Gallery

1.8 km

Park

Monopoly in the Park

1.4 km

Public Building

San Jose City Hall

2.0 km

438 Coleman Ave

Guadalupe River Park

1.8 km

Nearby

Stadium

SAP Center

500 m

43 Sunol St

Shri Krishna Vrundavana Temple

510 m

Restaurants

Greenlee's Bakery

750 m

1081 The Alameda

Cafe Rosalena

440 m

1077 The Alameda

Crema Coffee Roasting Company

490 m

950 The Alameda

Zapata's Mexican Food and Taqueria

700 m

549 W Julian St

Mexico Lindo

570 m

11 Race St

Togo's

600 m

1205 The Alameda

Starbucks

600 m

1338 The Alameda Ste 1

Peets Coffee & Tea

660 m

1295 The Alameda

China Inn Restaurant

760 m

1401 The Alameda Suite 10

Panera Bread

1.4 km

503 Coleman Ave

Mudai Ethiopian Restaurant

1.3 km

503 W San Carlos St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

8.0

Service

7.3

Dining

5.8

3.5/5 based on 415 reviews

#34 of 77 hotels in San Jose based on Tripadvisor

Jim

United States, February 2024

7.0/10

The hotel had spacious rooms with a great size jacuzzi tub and offered buffet breakfast. The location was ideal for being centrally located in San Jose, close to the SAP Center and downtown. The service was a mix of nice and helpful interactions but also some challenges with communication. The dining options were limited to microwaved offerings, and the facilities were basic but adequate.

Rooms

8.0

I enjoyed the clean and spacious room with a jacuzzi tub.

Service

7.0

The staff was nice and helpful overall, but there were sporadic communication challenges.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was ideal for exploring San Jose with easy access to various attractions and restaurants.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited to microwaved offerings, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were basic but sufficient for my needs during the stay.

Melvin

United States, February 2024

8.8/10

The hotel exceeded my expectations with spacious and modern rooms featuring a big and comfy bed, along with excellent A/C and heat controls. The jacuzzi added a touch of luxury. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff who ensured a clean and pleasant stay. The location was superb, being close to key attractions and offering great value with free parking. The dining experience was diverse, catering to various preferences although it was not exceptional. Overall, a fantastic stay with great amenities but with room for improvement in the dining options.

Rooms

9.0

The room was quite a bit bigger than expected, clean, modern, with a big and comfy bed, and larger than usual. The A/C and heat control was excellent, plus the addition of a jacuzzi.

Service

9.0

The service was nice, super friendly, and very helpful, with a strong emphasis on cleanliness. Laundry service was also available.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent, close to the places we wanted to visit, offering great affordability, free parking, and feeling like we got our money's worth. Additionally, it was conveniently situated near key spots like the shark tank, San Jose State, and Whole Paycheck Foods including an outdoor brewpub.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory with a variety of filling options, including cereals, fruits, and bread. However, some dishes were mediocre, although not a deal-breaker.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provided great facilities that met my needs perfectly.

John

United States, August 2023

5.8/10

The hotel had some drawbacks like cigarette ashes and butts in the room and inconvenient light sensors, but the service was welcoming and friendly. The location was convenient for exploring downtown and had helpful staff, though some maintenance is needed. The dining options were satisfying, and the room had its flaws despite being in a nice area.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were disappointing with cigarette ashes and butts, and the light sensor was not ideal, especially at night when sharing the room. They need improvement.

Service

7.0

The staff was extremely nice and welcoming, although they seemed more interested in talking to each other than focusing on guests like during breakfast. They were friendly and helpful overall, including with dining suggestions.

Location

6.0

The hotel is conveniently located with easy access to downtown bars and restaurants, and the proximity to Whole Foods and the train station is beneficial. However, some maintenance is required in the area, despite the added value from being close to SJSU and the nice neighborhood.

Dining

6.0

While the dining experience was satisfying with fresh and healthy dishes, certain elements were unappealing. More variety would improve the overall dining quality.

Facilities

The hotel facilities need some maintenance and attention to detail to enhance the overall guest experience.

Tom

United Kingdom, June 2023

6.6/10

The hotel was quite clean, with ample room that was massive compared to others. I especially enjoyed the jacuzzi bath they offer; that's the reason why I keep coming back. However, they did impose a $100 deposit on departure and some staff were unfriendly, including one with pinkeye. The location was great, offering a spacious room with a desk and table, but it was a bit far from Downtown. The dining options were minimal, with food that seemed to be straight out of a box. On the positive side, the hotel provided close access to venues and grocery stores for convenience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were quite clean and massive. I appreciated the jacuzzi bath they offer.

Service

6.0

The service was accommodating overall, but some staff were unfriendly and unprofessional.

Location

7.0

The location was great, with close access to venues and grocery stores. However, it was a bit far from Downtown.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were minimal and not exceptional, with food that seemed to be from a can or box.