Hotel Aloft Santa Clara - San Jose North (San Jose, USA)

As it is a new property it is in excellent condition and looks almost pristine. It is decorated in a very trendy design and feels unique compared to other hotel chains. Both the guestrooms and the public areas are kept exceptionally clean.

The bar has a lively atmosphere and is a great place to hang out and meet people. There is a pool table and board games available to play.

There is an on-site swimming pool which is perhaps bigger than you would expect. The gym is well-equipped and the ideal place to burn off some calories.

This property is situated next to a busy railway line and in some rooms the noise is unbearably loud. If you are a light sleeper it may be worth requesting a quieter room away from the tracks.

If there are events taking place at the Levi Stadium all roads in the area are closed and you cannot access the hotel. The only way to get through is to ask a police officer to move the cones aside to let you through, which can be a stressful start to your stay. If you are going to make a booking here guests advise checking whether events are planned the same night and if so to phone the hotel before departure to check which way to go.

The main draw of this location is the stadium but apart from that there is not much within the immediate vicinity. If you do not want to eat at the hotel or need to go and buy essentials there is nothing really within walking distance so a car would be required.