Sterling Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Clara University

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Front of property
Exterior
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
2234 The Alameda, Santa Clara, CA, 95050-6034
  • Santa Clara University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • PayPal Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Santana Row Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Clara

At Sterling Inn you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Santana Row Shopping Center and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from SAP Center at San Jose. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This business-friendly motel has free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Santa Clara motel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.6 mi) from Winchester Mystery House and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from San Jose McEnery Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Santa Clara University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • PayPal Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Santana Row Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • SAP Center at San Jose - 4 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smoking Pig BBQ - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sterling Inn

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Clara University
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Clara motel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Sterling Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Clara motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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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 transport

  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Sterling Inn?

Sterling Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sterling Inn?

Yep, Sterling Inn has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sterling Inn?

No, Sterling Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sterling Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sterling Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sterling Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 659 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Depeche

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean and roomy for the price.

I enjoy the price and easy to manage online the room superb cleanliness by Maria she’s very throughly thank you so much Maria-:)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hassle.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Arnel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable place to stay with great owner who was gracious enough to slow me to check in early. Great coffee shop across the street and walking distance to SCU campus
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davis

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivi

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my 2nd stay at the facility. Very close to Airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Auburn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and helpful staff, simple and clean rooms, easy parking, walkable location, and WiFi is better than an average hotel's.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

javier

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff manager and as rude!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, friendly, and homing.

It was an owner operated motel. The property was maintained like home, clean and orderly. The hospitality received from the receptionist (owner) made me felt like an old friend. Will go back in my next trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean, close to stores. I definitely recommend staying here , I was here for 4 nights drama free.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean basic, no frills room. Fine for the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The gentleman at the front desk was very kind. The place was clean and a good value for stay. Just one criticism is the mattress was terrible. We couldn’t sleep well. It was really hard.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Person at front desk was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025