... You'll love this place!
Extremely friendly front desk staff, who even knew about nearby a hidden running trail. Wonderful lush garden courtyard.
Excellent restaurant.
Convenient to the San Jose Airport.
BUT
The rooms haven't been updated since the Nixon administration. No elevators, so had to haul luggage up to the second floor. Even though the suicide risk jumping from that height is low, the sliding door was blocked to prohibit access to the balcony. My room had a stale odor that makes you wonder when the last time any fresh air had entered. You've got to wonder who thought sticking a TV high up in the wall would give a decent viewing angle.
At least my room faced the courtyard on this visit. Last time I stayed here (not my choice!) my room overlooked the street and light-rail system. No problem with that unless you want to sleep in after the trains start running at 5:30am (or if you are a really heavy sleeper) - DING DING DING DING intrudes loudly as the trains cross the street.
If you're bargain shopping, the Garden Hotel might fit the bill. Just don't expect too much.
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