Valley Inn San Jose

2-star hotel Good 2155 The Alameda, San José, CA, 95126
Valley Inn San Jose

About Valley Inn San Jose

Located 1 mile from San Jose International Airport and a 5-minute walk from Santa Clara University, this hotel features free parking on site and simple guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. The San Jose Valley Inn has rooms equipped with cable TV. A refrigerator and coffee maker are included in each air-conditioned room. The San Jose Convention Center is less than 15 minutes from Valley Inn San Jose by car. The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum is a 5-minute drive away. The front desk of this pet-friendly hotel is open 24 hours a day.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

3.1 / 5

The hotel reviews are mixed, with some guests praising the cleanliness, convenience, and friendly staff, while others express dissatisfaction with the state of disrepair, unfriendly staff, and lack of amenities. Some guests had issues with the rooms not being cleaned or smelling bad, while others appreciated the quiet and comfortable rooms.

What guests liked
  • Clean and quiet rooms
  • Friendly and helpful staff
What could be better
  • State of disrepair in some rooms
  • Unfriendly staff
  • Lisa Jun 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    We stayed here several times last year and enjoyed it and it is very convenient location for us as it is close to family. Unfortunately the room we were given this time didn't seem quiet up to par compared to last year. I think it could use a freshening up.

  • Hui May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This gem is worth staying at.

  • Rosa May 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    The. Valley Inn is conveniently located. Parking was ample. Carmen the desk person p, was very helpful and courteous. Our room was clean and comfortable. It is not fancy, and we were very happy with it. Everything was fine.

  • Rosa May 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    The. Valley Inn is conveniently located. Parking was ample. Carmen the desk person p, was very helpful and courteous. Our room was clean and comfortable. It is not fancy, and we were very happy with it. Everything was fine.

  • William Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean rooms, conveniently located, safe, and easy parking.

  • Christopher Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    An economy hotel that does the trick. Nice staff and very helpful! The bed was comfortable. Nice stay.

  • Neri Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Yump

  • Marcella Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Worst hotel experience we've ever had. Firstly, the amenities offered were a microwave, fridge and air conditioning. 2 out of 3 were unusable... We checked in early but arrived back late from our event and had deliberately bought microwavable food to eat but we returned only to find the microwave did NOT work. The plug was duct taped together (I have a photo) so we were unable to eat and had to go out again and spend additional funds getting more food. Then we come back and get ready for bed and the air conditioner could NOT be turned on because of the horrendous sound it made. We left it on for hours hoping it would stop after while but when it didn't by 2 am we shut it off and spent the entire night in total discomfort. It was ridiculously hot in the room (I have video of the air conditioner issue also). It was so late in the evening that calling the office and potentially having to have someone come into the room or have to move wasn't really the best option so I waited to address the issues with management in the morning who only said no one had mentioned the air conditioning and she had no idea about the microwave not working so obviously cleaning staff isn't checking or cleaning the microwaves or they would have noticed it didn't work (no light on inside, no numbers on the display) We weren't offered anything, no partial refund so it's definitely safe to say we will never give our business to this hotel in the future. 0/10 recommended.

  • Weiser Sep 2025 · via priceline
    1.5/5

    Na

  • Weiser Sep 2025 · via booking
    1.5/5

    Na Na

  • Lu Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Neat and comfortable in the room

  • Timothy Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    It was really nice clean room and area. Just not a lot of parking spots. I had a big van, but I made it work. The lady at the desk was very nice and welcoming. I would stay there again.

  • Rosalina Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The bed was super comfortable and management was very friendly and accommodating.

  • Irma Feb 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Horrible staying, the lady asked me for 25 dollars cash deposit and they didn’t give me my money back when I checked out I won’t never ever stay here again .

  • Daniel Feb 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room could use some updating, but it was nice especially for the price.

  • William Nov 2024 · via booking
    2/5

    Disappointing

  • Eva Aug 2024 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • David Aug 2024 · via priceline
    0.5/5

    I didn't stay there the lady was very rude and disrespectful

  • David Aug 2024 · via booking
    0.5/5

    I didn't stay there the lady was very rude and disrespectful

  • Jean Jul 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    I reviewed prior to this and feel bad that I said the staff was grumpy. It was late when we checked in and she was understandably tired. Not really grumpy, just not overly friendly. She was quiet and efficient.

  • Daniel Jul 2024 · via booking
    4/5

    Very good

  • Theresa Jul 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great front desk help

  • William Jul 2024 · via booking
    1/5

    Very poor

  • Catherine Jun 2024 · via booking
    3.5/5

    Closer to the place where we need to go. No breakfast

  • Catherine Jun 2024 · via priceline
    3.5/5

    No breakfast

  • Ressy May 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Convenient and safe for our short stay in San Jose

  • Uate May 2024 · via booking
    2.5/5

    Passable

  • Terry May 2024 · via booking
    5/5

    Gave us a non-smoking room despite accidentally booking a smoking one. Very clean! Comfortable beds! Most of the furnishings looked brand new! Liked the liquid soaps and shampoo dispensers that were installed. Tub was very old and unsightly and hard to get into because of steepness of sides. TV had to be reset each time I turned it on.

  • Terry May 2024 · via priceline
    5/5

    Gave us a non-smoking room despite accidentally booking a smoking one. Very clean! Comfortable beds! Most of the furnishings looked brand new! Liked the liquid soaps and shampoo dispensers that were installed. Tub was very old and unsightly and hard to get into because of steepness of sides. TV had to be reset each time I turned it on.

  • Fernanda May 2024 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Reid Mar 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    It would be nice to have more than just 1 used wire coat hanger in the room for clothes Otherwise, it was a pleasant place to stay while in town for work.

  • Jefferson Feb 2024 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Scott Feb 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    The front desk staff was not very friendly.

  • Loucinda Jan 2024 · via booking
    0.5/5

    Bad

  • Nicholas Dec 2023 · via booking
    5/5

    Tidy No Adult shows

  • Nicholas Dec 2023 · via priceline
    5/5

    Tidy No Adult shows

  • Victoria Oct 2023 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    It was nice and clean

  • RUTH Jul 2023 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The place had lot's

  • Fernando May 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was quite and realy staff members even upgraded my room for free

  • Fernando May 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Really nice staff

  • anthony Oct 2022 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    great service

  • Michelle Aug 2022 · via expedia
    5/5

    Always clean, always kind.

  • Michelle Aug 2022 · via expedia
    5/5

    The woman who is usually or always working the front desk is very kind.

  • C Jan 2022 · via expedia
    4/5

    convenient

  • Verified Aug 2021 · via expedia
    4/5

    Manager of the property is really helpful and nice

  • Verified Jun 2021 · via expedia
    2/5

    I didn't like it they discriminated against my friend that was disabled they would not let us check in they gave a disabled room to a couple who was not disabled. The manager didn't want to give us a room cause of her being disabled.

  • Quiana May 2021 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    My stay was wonderful my room was well maintain c!ean quiet and very peaceful very c!ose to nearby transit and in walking distants of shopping

  • Kaleb Feb 2021 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Scary scary scary

  • Verified Feb 2020 · via expedia
    1/5

    No extra towels . Phones dont work. Front desk wasnt helpful

  • Robin Feb 2020 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Clean. Could have supplied. more towels

  • Art Dec 2019 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great place for trying to make an addition to your family.

  • Verified Dec 2019 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Friendly staff and very helpful, needed a towel late at night and had some available for pick up. But I did notice the floor was not swept or mopped at all in the hotel room. And another thing, if you shower, it fogs up the entire hotel room! Keep the a/c on when you shower and you’ll be fine!

  • Robert Dec 2019 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Bring your hand sanitizer!

  • Brian Dec 2019 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Ok

  • Brian Dec 2019 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Always a inviting place

  • Verified Nov 2019 · via expedia
    1/5

    I asked for a non smoking rooms due to allergies, but when I arrived I was told they were all sold out. The TV didn't work, and the light switch was broken...Bad experience

  • Hm Nov 2019 · via expedia
    2/5

    Bedding not clean causing itching all over my body.

  • Christopher Sep 2019 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The room was bare bones basic with no accommodations. The continental breakfast was very poor and they only had milk and sugar to go with the coffee. For $165 a night it was grossly expensive.

  • Paula Aug 2019 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The afternoon receptionist was very courteous and helped to make sure our room was ship shape. The rooms had been recently updated and were clean and comfortable. Our only complaint was that the walkways and staircases could use a good pressure washing.

  • Truong Aug 2019 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    They gave me key of room without clean up and all mess up . Smell’s not good and look dirty. I won’t come back or book for any friends to visit San Jose .

  • Verified Aug 2019 · via expedia
    5/5

    I found this motel to be very clean and the staff very friendly. I was pleasantly surprised with it being on a busy street that the property was so quiet. It is in a very nice location of town with restaurants and a grocery store within walking distance.

  • Brian Aug 2019 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Myself

  • Brian Aug 2019 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Good quite

  • Brian Aug 2019 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    It’s good one to book daily

  • Brian Aug 2019 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The bath tube looks very old and needs to be cleaned

  • William Jul 2019 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    This hotel offers reasonable accomodations at a reasonable price.It was everything I expected.nothing more & nothing less.

  • Verified Jul 2019 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very friendly and welcoming staff and the motel location was very quiet.

  • David Jul 2019 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I have stayed at the valley inn on 4 different occasions. I find it clean, comfortable and convenient freeway access to expedite my trip. The staff is always courteous and friendly. The owner is hands on and is very helpful. The morning continental breakfast is much more than coffee and juice. They are always more than happy to try to meet all of my requests. I would highly recommend

  • Ximinus Jul 2019 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff were nice, and very helpful. I lost my wallet and they contacted me the second day after I checked out, very nice people! A nice n cozy place to sleep!

  • mark Jul 2019 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Friendly helpful owner who made stay pleasant

  • Verified Jul 2019 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    There is a supermarket (Safeway) near by along with round table pizza, taco bell, ice cream taco shop, fried chicken / sports bar, Ike's Sandwiches, Mexican fast casual, and more all walking distance.

  • Verified Jul 2019 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good Place, Good Service!!! I will to recommend to others

  • Moran May 2019 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Good Wifi

  • maria Apr 2019 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Amazing

  • Richard Apr 2019 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great place to stay

  • Tonda Apr 2019 · via expedia
    3/5

    LOVED the friendly staff. The room was very, very small. It did work for us. We just needed a bed to sleep in. I feel they do really try but the property is very old. Compared to other hotels in the same area we have stayed in, for the same price range, this hotel did not make the top 5. No alarm clock, hair dryer, sparse working outlets, no shampoo or soap, etc. Quiet 1st night, very noisy neighbors the next.

  • Jeffrey Apr 2019 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    I tried to stay st this hotel except got denied for not having cash only.. they told me last night that I would get a refund.. now, I can’tget my money.. they have taken advantage of me and must keep their word and give me my 150.00 back. This is the 3nd time hotels try to deny me so they can pocket the money..

  • Isaac Apr 2019 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    There was a 250 dollar deposit which I couldn't afford so they cancelled my stay and I have yet to receive a refund

  • Regina Apr 2019 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Room is clean. Price is expensive. No hair dryer. No iron.

  • Ronald Mar 2019 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    A lot of sketchy people at this hotel. Police called in some instances. They cleared out the entire floor. You get what you pay for.

  • craig Mar 2019 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Very old, in dire need of a make over.

  • Christine Mar 2019 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Staff friendly and helpful. Room seemed very clean and recently updated. Negatives were the early morning traffic noise and no kleenex or hair dryer in the room. The later was quickly remedied by the staff. Good deal for the price.

  • Verified Feb 2019 · via expedia
    3/5

    The only thing I liked about this property was it’s location. We were able to walk to Santa Clara University, breakfast, and dinner. It was extremely noisy on a busy road, lots of things were out of service, the “ continental breakfast “ consisted of dry cereal and danishes in plastic. We never ate there but there was a good breakfast place 2 blocks away. It was way too expensive for what you got.

  • Jose Feb 2019 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Nice & quite

  • Verified Jan 2019 · via expedia
    2/5

    This is a dumpy old motel on a loud street. Fine enough if you just need a place to rest your head and are a heavy sleeper.

  • Rudy Jan 2019 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    It was pleasant.

  • Verified Dec 2018 · via expedia
    1/5

    A Motel 6 reservation would have been an upgrade. The place is below standard. Out of date cramped quarters with dirty appliance plugs and lamps that had loose and missing parts. A refrigerator cabinet was empty and the refrigerator was next to a sink. An oversized table and a chair that blocked the passage between the bed and table served as an makeshift desk. Breakfast was a series of dry cereal bins in the plexiglassed registration area.

  • Michael Dec 2018 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Very basic and noisy accomodations. There happened to be construction in the unit directly below me as well as construction on the adjacent street. You essentially had to leave the place first thing in the morning as the ambient noise was very distracting/annoying. That said, service at the front desk was good and unit was clean if spartan. However, price was frankly exorbitant ($130/night) for what you got. This place would be a reasonable fallback option if there was no construction and at about half the price.

  • Verified Nov 2018 · via expedia
    1/5

    Someone smoked in my room and the TV wouldn't work. Plus construction right outside.

  • Jon Nov 2018 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The room was dated and in the middle of a construction zone, but generally comfortable nonetheless. There was a mall within walking distance, but otherwise the immediate area was not very appealing. The hotel is being renovated and will probably be much nicer when it is completed. This is a good place for a conference, but not really the best for a vacation or a relaxing getaway. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. It was a relatively good value.

  • Verified Nov 2018 · via expedia
    4/5

    Convenient location for our stay. We needed a place to sleep. The rooms were clean and looked to be recently freshened up with new flooring and wallpaper. No blow dryer or hangers.

  • Rosie Nov 2018 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    The hotel was okay but we did not have hot water early in the morning when we needed to shower.

  • Mel Nov 2018 · via expedia
    3/5

    Just the basics. Rooms were clean. Quiet considering right off major street.

  • Verified Nov 2018 · via expedia
    2/5

    Phone didn't work. Cramped, no Kleenex, no chair,

  • Huong Oct 2018 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    It wasn’t that great as in to comfort and hospitality. Kind of dirty too

  • Verified Oct 2018 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Will stay there again and thanks to the owners for their generous assistance.

  • Eric Oct 2018 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Room condition was terrible, shower stall was unusable, see picture. Asked for different room and they offered a slightly different one which wasn't any better except the bath tub wasn't chipped and peeling. They have crews of contractors working and maybe it'll get better but I don't think by much. All this going on and they still charge full rate as if renovations are complete. My advice; find another motel, these owners don't know what they're doing

  • Susan Oct 2018 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Would have liked beforehand renovations were taken place as you could smell the glue that was used in the apartment: perhaps an air freshener would have helped

  • Hong Sep 2018 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The room smells and we had to buy air fresh to get rid of the oder. The room was not cleaned on the second day of our stay, it had been forgotten as we were told. Not much to appreciate for this stay.

  • Verified Sep 2018 · via expedia
    2/5

    Small, cramped, old room, no closet, no iron. Reasonably clean and bed didn’t sag, so that was positive.

  • Deon Sep 2018 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Bad for what you pay

  • Verified Aug 2018 · via expedia
    4/5

    The room was spacious and clean. The continental breakfast provided was much appreciated.

  • Manuel Aug 2018 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Clean room. pleasant & professional service.

  • Verified Aug 2018 · via expedia
    1/5

    The key card didn't work properly, the TV didn't work properly, there was broken furniture in the hallway, the "breakfast" was lousy, they advertise a hot tub and there's no hot tub.

  • Verified Jul 2018 · via expedia
    3/5

    Nice location and very quiet neighborhood. Staff very friendly and accommodating.

  • Alison Jul 2018 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Has a very convenient location, but the hotel was run down and not clean. I am not a stickler for new furnitire and updating, but there were stains on the chair upholstry, hair and mold in the shower, and a lot of grime on surfaces and in the corners. We had to ask for more towels for our party of two, as there was only one set of wash cloths and hand towels. The bed was clean and decent, or we would have left early. I would not recommend this hotel.

  • dian Jul 2018 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    the room was nice. had a small free breakfast. Nice place to walk my dogs.

  • Fred Jul 2018 · via expedia
    5/5

    Desk staff was exceptionally helpful. The motel was 2 miles from the Winchester House, a movie theatre and walking distance to many eateries.

  • Verified Jul 2018 · via expedia
    3/5

    It’s average. It’s pretty good for just an overnight stay.

  • Laura Jun 2018 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I had the room that is separate, above the main office, so I don't know if all rooms are like this. Large windows lined two walls. The room had a king sized bed plus a sofa, large desk, and bureau, with two night stands. There is a Safeway, two Starbucks, and some cafes all within walking distance. There's also a pretty neighborhood across the street to walk in, and a gas station about two blocks up. The only downfall: There are no USB ports in the room, and the TV would click and reset every about 8 minutes as if the signal was resetting, which also caused a lag in internet.

  • Verified Jun 2018 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Hair dryer was working but only low mode not working in med or high mode so useless.

  • Verified Jun 2018 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    On a really noisy street

  • Troy Jun 2018 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Just needed a basic room for a trade show. Room was clean and neat aside from some minor wall damage on a corner. Room was quiet, AC worked, beds were comfortable. Shower supplies very basic but adequate. All in all, better than average for this class of motel.

  • Jimmy Jun 2018 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    2. The room they gave us was set up to be nice, but the auto light feature in the bathroom turned on the exhaust fan which was extremely noisy 3. We had to go to the front desk to get some Kleenex, the Kleenex location was completely empty. 4. Not sure if this a requirement for an outside door, but the door did not close fully by itself as every other motel door had...closed. Thought this was a legal requirement. 5. Not sure if breakfast was part of the price, but I don't consider a handful of cereal breakfast.. 6. Will have to check on this, but when I was using the motel Wi-Fi, I got a notice from my carrier that I was being charged for the usage,

  • Jeff May 2018 · via expedia
    1/5

    Very terrible hotel and the price is super high

  • Verified May 2018 · via expedia
    4/5

    Close to airport. Nothing to look at but room very clean and comfofyable

  • Trisha May 2018 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    A simple place to stay in for a few days. Close by 2 big malls. First time ine the city and did not know where to go. There’s also a cafe just 2 blocks away for breakfast and on the opposite side a starbucks and safeway supermarket closeby.

  • Ann May 2018 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Close to airport and served our purpose for early morning flight

  • Anita May 2018 · via expedia
    1/5

    There were bugs in the bathroom on the bed nasty. We couldn’t even sleep just thinking they were going to come in our mouths.

  • Verified May 2018 · via expedia
    2/5

    Terrible Environment about this Inn. Might not be here again.

  • Thomas Apr 2018 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The tub/shower had mold all through out and the toilet would not stop running, on a busy street to the freeway.

  • Verified Apr 2018 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Fast check-inn, room was great & with lots of restaurant choice

  • Verified Mar 2018 · via expedia
    5/5

    Our stay at San Jose valley inn was very coferable and a short distant from air Paort

  • Dan Mar 2018 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Decent place if you are on a budget and don't plan on spending much time there other than sleeping and showering.

  • Jen Feb 2018 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Somewhat deserted (which in addition to the desk clerk being behind plexiglass and a rear-facing window in the bathroom made it feel less safe). Free wifi, tiny refrigerator, and microwave, but no coffee pot. Worn looking overall. Bed was okay. No frills (only one bar of soap, would have to take it from sink to bathe). Loud fan in bathroom and could hear road noise (over the heater). Friendly clerk who switched my room when I inadvertently selected a smoking room.

  • Jeffrey Feb 2018 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Thiss hotel was great except that my internet would not connect. Clean/Comfortable and the staff were very nice and tried to help with internet issue. Great value and I will stay here again when I am in the area

Frequently asked questions about Valley Inn San Jose

Does Valley Inn San Jose have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Valley Inn San Jose offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Valley Inn San Jose offer parking?
Yes, Valley Inn San Jose offers free parking on-site.
Does Valley Inn San Jose have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Valley Inn San Jose does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in San José, see business hotels in San José.
Does Valley Inn San Jose have a fitness center?
Valley Inn San Jose does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Valley Inn San Jose located, and how walkable is the area?
Valley Inn San Jose is located at 2155 The Alameda, San José, CA 95126. With a Walk Score of 59, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

What's nearby

  • San Jose Convention Center 2.5 mi
  • Santa Clara Convention Center 4.9 mi

House rules

Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available

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