Stay Here in San Jose & Silicon Valley
The hotels listed here are organized by area and represent the best options for Athletic-Minded Travelers in this city. All of them have been personally toured by our staff. To view a hotel option in a different area, just click on that tab. We've also briefly summarized the onsite fitness facilities (or lack thereof) for each hotel to help your decision. Additional workout options such as running routes and lap pools can be found on the individual hotel page, which is just a click away.
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Hilton Downtown San JoseWhen we first visited this property more than a year ago, it did not make our recommended list due to a “wimpy” hotel gym. The workout space was appealing, with large windows ... Read more |
Upgraded machines featured in a well-stocked workout room. Walking distance to a college aquatics center. Run route just outside the front entrance. Details |
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Fairmont Downtown San JoseLocated across the street from San Jose’s retail and dining options at the Pavilion and a block from the convention center, the Fairmont is San Jose’s most luxurious ... Read more |
A mix of a few old and new machines on site and within a 5-minute walk of a fabulous health club & 10-minute walk of an aquatic center (admission fees apply). Details | |
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Marriott Downtown San JoseThis 26-story modern hotel opened its doors in spring 2003 and still looks new. Connected to the convention center and a short walk from downtown’s small retail district, this ... Read more |
Useful equipment on site and within a 5-minute walk of an impressive health club and 10-minute walk of an aquatic center (admission fees apply) Details | |
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The Sainte Claire HotelA historic landmark within a short walk of downtown’s convention center and Pavilion retail shops, The Sainte Claire is a good bet for those with a penchant for a touch of ... Read more |
Basement level gym without natural light, but with a few top-notch machines. Also very close to full-scale health club. Details | |
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Crowne Plaza San Jose DowntownOf the downtown properties that we recommend, this Crowne Plaza is our least favorite. Don’t get us wrong, we like it enough to put it on the list. However, it barely made the ... Read more |
Mediocre hotel gym on ground floor, but still within walking distance of a private health club, college pool and paved running route. Details | |
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Hotel Montgomery San JoseMontgomery receives our recommendation primarily for its proximity to Bally Total Fitness across the street. The appealing accommodation offers a workout room of its own, but ... Read more |
Nothing worthwhile on-site, so walk one block to a private health club (admission fee applies). Swimmers can walk ten minutes to a college aquatic facility. Joggers can choose between laps around a university track or following a paved river path. Details | |