Athletic-minded guests at this Hilton can look forward to contemporary and pleasing room ambiance and solid gym equipment to match. Choose among three treadmills, three ellipticals, an upright bike and a recumbent bike for your heart pumping needs.
Price: ExpensiveAfter spending a night at this Santa Clara hotel, we believe Hyatt can accurately boast owning one of the healthiest hotels in Silicon Valley.
Price: ExpensiveThis 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 high-rise Marriott is an attractive lodging option for business and leisure travelers.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveStay at this property if being close to Milpitas businesses (e.g. Cisco, KLA Tencor) is important to you and an extended-stay set up isn't necessary (Larkspur Landing's rooms have full kitchens). Crowne sports the best on-site hotel gym in the immediate area (vs.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveOnly a half-mile from the runways, this Doubletree should be the first choice for athletic-minded travelers desiring a convenient airport hotel, especially if the nightly rates are comparable to all other nearby properties.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveEmbassys across the country often receive high marks from us because they spoil guests with complimentary cook-to-order breakfasts, "manager's receptions" which include a free cocktail and snacks, spacious rooms with separate living and sleeping quarters, and impressive workout facilities.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveHard to spot from the street, this Four Seasons is camoflouged by surrounding office buildings. But, like a diamond in the rough, those that can afford this property's steep nightly rates will be treated like royalty and enjoy athletic-minded options to boot.
Marriott offers the most well-rounded fitness experience in the area. In addition to its stellar hotel gym that is more akin to a small health club, the property boasts a rare, 25-meter lap pool with two stripes painted on its bottom.
Price: ExpensiveThough considered by some to be airport hotels, Sheraton and the neighboring Beverly Heritage sit approximately three miles beyond the immediate vicinity of the runways (and our other recommended Airport properties) on the southwestern edge of Milpitas.
Price: Least ExpensiveA historic landmark within a short walk of downtown's convention center and Santana Row with its retail shops and restaurants, this Westin's 171-room property is a good bet for those with a penchant for a touch of yesteryear and today.
For those seeking a hotel convenient to Palo Alto and Stanford, but with more reasonable nightly rates than the properties in the immediate area of campus, this Courtyard (2-3 miles south of downtown and the university) is a good choice for its accommodation and appealing workout options.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis Courtyard is super convenient to San Jose's burgeoning airport. Athletic-minded guests can choose between a complimentary quick sweat on-site via two high-end Life Fitness treadmills, one Life Fitness elliptical, one recumbent cycle, and a 5-50 lbs.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveMany hotels compete for your hard-earned dollars in this area 2-3 miles south of Stanford's campus and this Crowne Plaza is one of them. We enjoyed the unique Spanish/Mediterranean exterior and common areas. The newly-renovated guest rooms provide the same refreshing character and charm.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveEmbassyproperties across the country often receive high marks from us because they spoil guests with complimentary cook-to-order breakfasts, "manager's receptions" which include a free cocktail and snacks, spacious rooms, and impressive workout facilities.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveFour Points receives our recommendation primarily for its proximity to Fit Republic across the street. The appealing accommodation offers a workout room of its own, but it's T-I-N-Y and stocked with only two Precor cardio machines (elliptical and treadmill). A 5-40 lbs.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveBring 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.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveHGI shares a parking lot with another economical hotel, Larkspur Landing. Both are steps from a larger strip mall that includes In/Out Burger, Sushi King, Borders Books and 20+ other chain stores.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveFor athletic-minded travelers desiring an abode in this part of Silicon Valley, HGI has got you covered. Request a room at the back of the 4-story hotel to be as far away as possible from busy El Camino Real Drive's automobile noise.
Price: Least ExpensiveBetween the athletic-minded "Gold" rated Marriott and Hyatt Regency hotels is this worthy property that garners our "Silver". Why the slightly lower rating? While this Hilton certainly impresses, its onsite gym is significantly smaller.
Price: ExpensiveIf you like to stay at hotels that have eating establishments, stores, etc. within walking distance, then don't stay at this somewhat isolated Sheraton. Its location is just off the 237 highway and across the street from Moffett Airfield.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveLap swimmers, members of 24 Hour Fitness, and anyone else who wants to "put up their heels" as close as possible to the airport area's best private health club should consider booking a room here.
Price: Least ExpensiveYou can count on Westin to deliver an above average stay/play experience. This location, across the street from Stanford's campus, is more average than others. The first floor hotel gym is a small, L-shaped room housing a limited number of workout opportunities.
Price: ExpensiveThis hotel has 126 room and suites and sits in a cluster of hotels within a mile or two of San Jose Airport. If you want to stay in the immediate vicinity, Courtyard, Doubletree and Staybridge Suites may better serve your athletic needs. But this property offers a respectable option as well.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveA very pleasing Courtyard experience presents itself at the Cupertino version. While the lobby area was recently renovated, the 137 rooms are fairly standard and are outfitted in the traditional Courtyard colors and décor. Each room has a desk and ergonomic chair, coffee maker and mini fridge.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveBusiness travelers may initially eschew this luxury, boutique hotel due to budget concerns. However the convenient location between two airports (SFO and SJC), and the property's 62 deluxe and very stylish rooms may win you over.
This Holiday Inn sits in a cluster of hotels within a mile or two of San Jose Airport.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveHyatt House offers a bevy of freebies and it also has a solid fitness offering. While the cardio should do the trick for most, there are limited strength options. Those looking for more should check out the
Price: Moderately ExpensiveWe like the perks staying at a Hyatt Place affords. Central location, freebies galore, upbeat decor and a solid fitness option. The first floor gym's ambiance and size are pleasing and adequate, but we do pine for more strength options.
Price: Moderately Expensive"It takes one to know one." When CEO/Co-founder Karl Hoagland isn't slogging through ultra-marathons, he's running the successful Larkspur hotel company and promoting healthy living to guests via top tier fitness machinery, "Featherborne" beds, complimentary "Healthy Start" breakfasts, and all na
Price: Moderately Expensive"It takes one to know one." When CEO/Co-founder Karl Hoagland isn't slogging through ultra-marathons, he's running the successful Larkspur hotel company and promoting healthy living to guests via top tier fitness machinery, "Featherborne" beds, complimentary "Healthy Start" breakfasts, and all na
Price: Least ExpensiveThis Residence Inn doesn't make our recommended list for its mediocre gym or small outdoor pool.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveSimilar to its sister Westin property next door (both are in the Starwood family), this Sheraton will please non-exercising guests and athletic-minded travelers.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis three-story accommodation impressed us with its unique decor and vibe, friendly staff and perks, and better than average fitness options.
Price: Moderately Expensive