Boutique Hotels in Santa Clara, CA

Santa Clara is a vibrant Silicon valley town with culture, arts, attractions and family-friendly activities. From theme parks and manicured gardens to a thriving culinary scene and sporting events, there's plenty to see and do morning, noon and night. The home of Santa Clara University, the Intel Museum, and California's Great America amusement park, there are thrills and adventures around every corner. Whether you're in town to catch the 49ers playing a professional football team game at Levi Stadium or looking to admire local artwork and the beautiful California scenery, we have the best unique hotels in Santa Clara for your trip to town.

Located in the heart of the Santa Clara University campus, Mission Santa Clara de Asís is a Spanish mission and a must-see during your stay. The mission was founded in 1777 and holds the important distinction of being the first California mission named in honor of a woman, Saint Clare of Assisi. Take a tour of the beautiful white façade adobe building, the fragrant wisteria gardens and unique landmarks throughout the mission's grounds. De Saisset Museum is another renowned site in the city and is also located at Santa Clara University. It originally opened in 1955 after Isabel de Saisset, the last member of a famous California pioneer family, left her estate to the college. Today, the museum now exhibits more than 10,000 pieces of art, textiles, historical artifacts, and California mission artifacts.

For hours of family-friendly fun, head to Santa Clara's famed California's Great America. This sprawling 112-acre amusement park features more than 40 thrilling rides and tons of exciting attractions. From iconic wooden roller coasters and inverted rides to a groundbreaking single-rail steel coaster and supersized waterpark, there's something for all ages to enjoy. There are also classic carousels, and silly bumper car rides for the younger kids, and you could spend an entire afternoon exploring everything this amazing amusement park has to offer. Of course, no trip to Santa Clara is complete without experiencing a hometown football game. Levi's Stadium is located just outside of San Jose and is an open-air stadium home to the San Francisco 49ers. Whether you're rooting for the scarlet and gold or the opposing team, it's a thrilling environment you just have to see for yourself.

Santa Clara enjoys great year-round weather and is a playground for outdoor activities and enjoying nature. Start at Ulistac Natural Area, the only dedicated natural open space in the city and a preserve of diverse wildlife and native plants. Popular with locals and visitors alike for its beautiful habitats and protected ecosystems, this is the perfect place to spend the afternoon hiking, walking and cycling through vast stretches of grasslands. Here, there are acres of natural, undeveloped land along the Guadalupe River, brimming with California native trees, shrubs, grasses and wildflowers. Bird-watching is a common pastime since the area is full of migratory routes. Prepare to spot butterflies, birds, rabbits, lizards, and so many more wildlife species that call the park home. We have the top unique hotels In Santa Clara near this urban oasis where you can find tranquility in the heart of the city.

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