Bring your workout clothes to this HGI as its fitness facility is one you will enjoy using. The high-ceilinged and colorful space isn't huge, but it is more than adequate for the hotel's guest capacity. Precor's new cardio equipment surrounds the square room, all with personal televisions attached and most facing large external windows. A multi-gym provides an option for muscle-pumpers too.

While HGI's outdoor pool is pretty to look at, serious lap swimmers must look off-site to accrue meaningful yardage. The YMCA is nearest (5-minute drive), but we believe the additional 5-minute drive to DeAnza College is worth the trip for a competition-quality facility.

Hilton Garden Inn's rooms are delightfully designed and decorated with cheerful tones, comfortable beds, Herman Miller desk chairs, 32-inch flat-panel televisions, appealing baths and alarm clocks with MP3 plug-ins. Families should consider the vaulted-ceiling two-room suites with separate living and sleeping areas.

Note: If choosing between HGI and the neighboring Courtyard, stay here in an elevated heartbeat.