Nightly rates from £69.22
Rate based on Check-in 1 Jun 2012 Check-out 2 Jun 2012
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.3
out of 5
39 reviews
Enjoy the ambiance

This hotel stay although it was just overnight was very enjoyable. Check in and valet was... See full review

  • Tony the Tiger
  • 28 Feb 2012
Beautiful and convenient

We were in San Jose for a trade show at the convention center and were thrilled when we checked in... See full review

  • LGAB
  • 19 Jan 2012
In the heart of Silicon Valley- The Sainte Claire- a Larkspur Hotel- is in downtown San Jose- located across the street from the San Jose McEnery Convention Center and Plaza de Cesar Chavez. We re just three miles from the San Jose Mineta International Airport and within distance of the HP Pavilion - home of NHLs San Jose Sharks- the Tech Museum of Innovation- Civic Auditorium- Center for Performing Arts- and downtown s finest restaurants and entertainment. Stay at one of the most historic San Jose hotels- The Sainte Claire is designated as a National Historic Landmark and is a member of the prestigious Historic Hotels of America- exhibiting the largest privately owned art collection. Our hotel in San Jose features 170 guestrooms- including two suites- six fireplace guestrooms- and two business guestrooms -which include a boardroom-. Take advantage of 10000 square feet of meeting facilities including eight meeting rooms- a 3425-square-foot Ballroom- an executive boardroom- and the only 1650-square-foot enclosed-skylight meeting room in San Jose. At The Sainte Claire- you ll enjoy secure wired or wireless high-speed Internet access throughout the San Jose hotel including the lobby- restaurants and meeting facilities. The renowned Il Fornaio Cucina Italiana restaurant is located in the hotel along with the Il Fornaio Paneterria- which features a coffee bar and bakery. When location is key- choose The Sainte Claire for its convenient location off Interstates I-680 and I-880. We re easily accessible from I-280 and Highway 101- which offers direct routes to nearby Fortune 500 companies- the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk- Monterey- Carmel- and the non-stop excitement of San Francisco. The Sainte Claire is the distinct choice among downtown San Jose hotels.

The Sainte Claire Rooms

Deluxe King
King Free wifi-free biz ctr
Superior King
Superior King Bed-Free wifi
Deluxe Double Double
2 Dbl FeatherBorne Beds-Spa Bath Amenities-Wifi
Deluxe Queen
Queen Bed-Spa Bath Amenities-Wifi
Junior Suite
455-545 sq ft- Comp Wifi- LOccitane Bath Products- Refrigerator

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Hotel Map

Nearby airports
San Francisco International Airport, (SFO), 36.40, MI, SE; Oakland International Airport, (OAK), 39.10, MI, SE; San Jose International Airport, (SJC), 4.50, MI, S;
Area description
City Center

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Accessible facilities
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Audio Visual Equipment
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business Center
  • Cable or Sat. TV
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Coffee Shop
  • Concierge Desk
  • Conference Facilities
  • Conference Suite
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Cordless Phone
  • Desk with Lamp
  • Electronic Door Locks
  • Elevators
  • Express Checkout
  • Family Plan
  • FEMA Approved
  • Gift Shop
  • Golf
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • High Speed Internet
  • In Room Movies
  • Internet Access
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • Laundry Service
  • Maid Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pets Allowed
  • Phone with speaker
  • Porters
  • Radio
  • Restaurant
  • Security
  • Sprinklers In Rooms
  • Telephone
  • Temperature Control
  • TV
  • TV Remote Control
  • Video Tapes

Dining

Il Fornaio
Enjoy elegant surroundings and spectacular dining at The Sainte Claire Hotel. Visit our restaurant where sophisticated atmosphere and an impressive beverage list ensure that there is something for everyone at The Sainte Claire. Il Fornaio San Jose offers

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by ebookers

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Guest Reviews (39)

Ratings and reviews for The Sainte Claire

Overall score

4.3 / 5
39 out of 39
Amenities:
4.2
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.7
Room comfort:
4.5
Location:
4.8
Value:
4.3

95% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Tony the Tiger
San Francisco
28 Feb 2012

Enjoy the ambiance

This hotel stay although it was just overnight was very enjoyable. Check in and valet was quick. Used my debit card for a small deposit for incidentals. (Like room service orders or lunch in the restaurant) It was a good breakfast at Il Fornaio Cucina Italina - the coffee was perfect. The room was small but comfortable with Showtime channels and cable (I was expecting HBO) Very clean and the bed had like 5 pillows. Very quiet so I slept well. The heater made a bit of noise but once I heated up the room I turned it off. As I did the fridge.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: In Hotel

Eat the breakfast there and do a survery from your receipt to get a free desert on you next visit.

Review of The Sainte Claire

Reviewer score

5
LGAB
Business
Birmingham, AL
19 Jan 2012

Beautiful and convenient

We were in San Jose for a trade show at the convention center and were thrilled when we checked in to the Sainte Claire. It's location is within walking distance to dining, entertainment and across the street from the cc. The amenities are amazing and the hotel is beautiful. We highly recommend. LB

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of The Sainte Claire

Reviewer score

4
RoxyK
Business
Los Angeles, CA
9 Dec 2011

MDM Trade Show

Your staff is AWESOME - gave great recommendations and very personable. My room was charming but shower head was not adjustable and spray was too hard. The restaurant was overpriced for pasta.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

If you have time, a must see is the Winchester House - You can take a cab but the bus is much less expensive & the bus stop is located right outside the hotel. It drops you close enough that you can take a short walk from the Westfield Mall. It was extremely fascinating, especially if you like the bizarre!!

Review of The Sainte Claire

Reviewer score

5
Peter B.
Guerneville, CA, USA
8 Sep 2011

Perfect Location Downtown!

Excellent valet service at the curb, great location across from Tech Museum/ Montgomery Theatre/ near San Pedro Square dining, and wonderful staff. We stayed two nights to attend the San Jose Gay Pride Festival which was only two blocks away.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

If you like Cuban food, try Los Cubanos in San Pedro Square. Only a 15 minute walk from the Sainte Claire Hotel.

Review of The Sainte Claire

Reviewer score

4
Father Richard
Business
San Jose,CA
28 Mar 2011

San Jose and rain

Well received taxi service to and from hotel lacking in courtesy

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of The Sainte Claire

Reviewer score

5
visiting from LA
Los Angeles, ca
21 Mar 2011

great hotel - exceptional service!!

service was exceptional. i asked for "hairspray" and they were going to send it up from the gift shoppe but they didnt have it so the concierge sent the bellboy across the street to pick up some and send it up. most impressive was that the bell boy seemed more than gracious to accept our measly $5 tip

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of The Sainte Claire

Reviewer score

4
lightcnd
Bellevue, WA
14 Mar 2011

A pleasant surprise :-)

The Sainte Claire was a pleasant surprise when we arrived. Purchased as a part of a package deal, we thought we would be staying at a generic chain but to our delight the charm and excellent service of the hotel made us remark about it to our other friends who were also visiting but staying at different hotels. The early 20th decor and ambiance is a nice departure from the Silicon Valley experience one usually partakes when visiting the area. The wood work from the elevator to the bathroom was refreshing and made one appreciate the attention to detail architects and designers put into hotels long ago. I'm glad it's a Larkspur. I would definietly stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Across the street and down a block towards the park / the square is a bakery and cafe call Bijon which is an excellent place to enjoy breakfast or a coffee away from the hotel.

Review of The Sainte Claire

Reviewer score

4
Ross
Billings, MT
31 Dec 2010

The st. Clair

This historic hotel is well maintained and well operated. The restaurant is well run and friendly, and not overly expensive. The hotel is well located downtown.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

The light rail system is very convenient, and could be used in place of a rental car, if you are not going out of town.

Review of The Sainte Claire

Reviewer score

2
dsm
Business
san jose
12 Dec 2010

Rooms are too small

Basically the rooms are too small. The hotel was built in 1926 and the rooms reflect that. The room is full if you have 2 people and 2 suit cases. There is no room to walk around freely. The bathroom is small too. There is only one place for a dob kit and if the room is shared by 2 people, the bathroom won't work. Last but not least, they don't provide shampoo, only "body gel".

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: In Hotel

Il Fornaio is an excellent restaurant.

Review of The Sainte Claire

Reviewer score

5
Ally
Business
Cincinnai, OH
15 Nov 2010

San Jose Trip

The Sainte Claire was an amazing, historic hotel. Friednly staff and beautiful decor. Overall, a very enjoyable stay!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

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