The Fairmont San Jose

170 South Market Street
San Jose, CA 95113
Nightly Rates: ( 189.00 - 189.00 )
4 Star

Property Description

In October 1987, The Fairmont Hotel in San Jose opened its doors as the first luxury hotel in the Silicon Valley. Thirteen years later, The Fairmont Hotel remains the centrepiece of San Jose's redevelopment and the jewel of the city's thriving downtown. Over the past decade, San Jose -- the "capital" of the Silicon Valley -- has exploded onto the world's economic stage as the third largest city in California. The city is also home to the brightest minds in the computer, semiconductor, and biotechnology industries. The Fairmont San Jose plays an integral role in the community, hosting presidents, dignitaries, celebrities, CEOs, and noted scholars. In addition, The Fairmont San Jose has partnered with San Jose's finest charitable and social organizations to host such events as the Santa Clara Golden Circle, the Junior League gala, as well as fund-raisers for organizations such as The Tech Museum of Innovation and Bellarmine Preparatory Academy.More than 30 wineries in the valley attest to the year-round Mediterranean climate. A short drive from The Fairmont San Jose reaches the Monterey Peninsula's legendary golf courses, beaches and sightseeing venues. Attractions within walking distance of the hotel include the San Jose Convention Centre, Museum of Art, The Tech Museum of Innovation, live theatre, symphony, opera, and ballet.

Amenities

· AM/FM Alarm Clock
· Bar/Lounge
· Barber/Beauty Shop
· Business Center
· Concierge
· 24 Hour Front Desk
· Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
· Express Checkout
· Hairdryers Available
· Mini Bar
· Modem Lines in Room
· Meeting/Banquet Facilities
· No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
· No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
· Pets Allowed
· Pool
· Parking
· Restaurant
· Room Service
· Safe Deposit Box
· Shops/Commercial Services
· Fitness Center or Spa
· Television with Cable
· Laundry/Valet Services
· VIP Rooms/Services

Room Information

Moderate Rooms
Moderate Rooms Moderate guest rooms are located on the 3rd and 4th floors of the Main Building. They have two Twin beds and are therefore suited for either single or double occupancy. All rooms are elegantly decorated with one oversized modern marble bathroom featuring separate walk-in shower and tub. These rooms feature a work desk, a speakerphone with multiple lines and a separate modem connection. In addition, High Speed Internet access is available on the 4th floor. All rooms are non-smoking. Bed Type: two Twin beds Size: 450 sq. ft. View: Limited view overlooking roof-tops
Fairmont Room
Fairmont Rooms Fairmont rooms are located on floors 3 through 20 in the Main Building, and 3 through 14 in the South Tower. These rooms are suited for one or two individual travelers, couples or families. All Fairmont rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated with one oversized modern marble bathroom featuring a separate walk-in shower and tub. These rooms feature a work desk, a speakerphone with multiple lines and a separate modem connection. In addition, High Speed Internet access is available on the 4th floor and 12th through 20th floor in the Main Building, and on all floors in the South Tower. In-room safes and CD players are provided in the South Tower Fairmont rooms. The majority of Fairmont rooms are non-smoking. There are limited smoking rooms available on the 4th floor of the Main Building only. Bed Type: one King, one Queen or two Double beds Size: 450 sq. ft. View: Varied views over the Santa Cruz Mountains or city skyline
Signature Rooms
Signature Rooms Signature rooms are located on the 4th floor of the Main Building. They feature one Queen size bed and are therefore suited for single or double occupancy. All Signature rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated with one oversized modern marble bathroom featuring a separate walk-in shower and tub. These rooms feature a work desk, speakerphone with multiple lines, a separate modem connection and High Speed Internet access. Each Signature room has a private patio adjacent, with direct access to the 60-ft. outdoor swimming pool. The patio is furnished with a sun lounger, two easy chairs and a coffee table. All rooms are non-smoking. Bed Type: one Queen bed Size: 450 sq. ft. with 186 sq. ft. private patio View: Pool area

Miscellaneous Information

· American Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 3:00pm
· Check out time is 1:00pm
· Time Zone is Pacific
· Opened in 1987
· Renovated in All guest rooms were renovated in 1998. Due for completion in 2002, a $67 million renovation project that will see the addition of a 13-story tower with 264 guest rooms and 20,000 sq ft of meeting space.
· 541 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 20 floors.

Directions

Distance: 3.90 miles; Estimated Travel Time: 6 minutes -- -Begin at Starting Point on Terminal Dr and go Northwest for about 100 feet -Turn hard right on Terminal C Acc and go Southeast for 0.2 miles -Continue on Airport Exit and go East for about 300 feet -Turn left on Airport Blvd and go Northwest for 0.3 miles -Turn right on Airport Pky and go Northeast for about 300 feet -Turn right at sign reading "CA-87 South" and go East for about 200 feet -Bear right on CA-87,Guadalupe Pky and go Southeast for 2.0 miles -Bear right on ramp at sign reading " Coleman AveMarket St" and go South for 0.3 miles -Turn left on Coleman Ave and go East for 0.4 miles -Continue on N Market St and go Southeast for 0.5 miles to Destination

Distance: 36.24 miles; Estimated travel time: 34.08 minutes -Begin at Starting Point on Old Bayshore Hwy and go South for less than 100 feet -Turn hard right on Departing Flights Acc and go West for 0.2 miles -Continue on Airport Exit at sign reading "Long Term Parking/Rental Car Return/Freeway" and go Southwest for 0.4 miles -Continue on ramp at sign reading "US-101 South to San Jose" and go South for 0.7 miles -Continue on US-101,Bayshore Fwy and go Southeast for 31.2 miles -Bear right on ramp at sign reading "CA-87 Guadalupe Pkwy" and go Southeast for 0.3 miles -Continue on CA-87,Guadalupe Pky and go Southeast for 2.3 miles -Bear right on ramp at sign reading " Coleman AveMarket St" and go South for 0.3 miles -Turn left on Coleman Ave and go East for 0.4 miles -Continue on N Market St and go Southeast for 0.5 miles to Destination

Start out going West on PASSENGER TERMINAL towards PARKING. -Turn LEFT onto AIRPORT DR. -Turn RIGHT onto 98TH AVE. -Take the I-880 S ramp towards SAN JOSE. -Merge onto I-880 S. -Take the FIRST ST exit towards DOWNTOWN. -Turn LEFT onto ramp. -Turn LEFT onto N 1ST ST. -Turn RIGHT onto W JULIAN ST. -Turn LEFT onto N MARKET ST. -Turn LEFT onto S MARKET ST. TOTAL ESTIMATED TIME: 45 minutes TOTAL DISTANCE: 36.0 miles ( 58.0km)

Located on the corner of South Market Street and San Fernando, in the heart of California's largest city in Northern California near Cesar Plaza Park. The Fairmont San Jose is San Jose's only luxury hotel and is conveniently located in the city centre, near public transportation & restaurants and one block from the convention centre, walking distance to live theatre, symphony, opera, and ballet. Across the street from the Tech Museum of Innovation.

*San Jose Intl Airport - 3.9mi from Hotel *San Francisco Intl Airport - 36.24mi *Oakland Intl Airport - 36mi

Guarantee Policy

Credit card guarantee required upon booking

Cancellation Policy

6:00pm day of arrival (Local Hotel time). Group cancellation is 72hrs prior to arrival local Hotel time.

Restaurant Information

The Fountain Restaurant

Fountain Restaurant The Fountain Restaurant is the perfect place to start your day. Open for breakfast and lunch daily this inviting restaurant offers an extensive a la carte menu selection in addition to their breakfast buffet. Offering a tantalizing array of classic American cuisine in an inviting and relaxing atmosphere The Fountain is the ideal place for business travelers and families alike.Hours of Operation: Breakfast:6:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Monday to Friday7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday and SundayLunch:11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday to FridayA la Carte Brunch11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Dress Code: Smart Casual Reservations: Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling (408) 998-3982.

The Pagoda Restaurant

Pagoda Restaurant Enjoy world-class Cantonese style Chinese cuisine in our award winning Pagoda Restaurant. Open for dinner five nights a week, the intimate surroundings of the Pagoda provides the perfect escape after a busy day in the Silicon Valley. No visit to the Fairmont San Jose is complete without sampling Pagoda's signature dish of honey Walnut Prawns.Hours of Operation:Tuesday through Saturday: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.Closed on Sunday and MondayDress Code: Smart casual Reservations: Reservations are required, please call (408) 998-3937 or reserve on-line with your room reservation.

The Lobby Lounge

The Lobby Lounge Grande elegance surrounds you in the Lobby Lounge at The Fairmont San Jose. In addition to featuring an extensive selection of Californian wines by the glass the Lobby Lounge is also renowned for their creative martini offerings and wide array of single malts scotches.Lobby Lounge Hours of Operation: Monday through Thursday 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday 3:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Sunday 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Dress Code: Casual

The Grill on the Alley

The Grill on the Alley Reflecting the spirit of a New York grill, The Grill on the Alley serves large portions of steaks, chops, fresh seafood and pasta along with an extensive wine list. Hours of Operation: Lunch: Weekdays: 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Dinner: Weekdays: 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday: 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Saturday: 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Sunday: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m Dress Code: Smart Casual Reservations: Recommended, please call (408) 294-2244 or reserve on-line with your room reservation.

In-Room Dining

In-Room Dining Sometimes you just want to stay right where you are. Take advantage of the ultimate in convenience and comfort with The Fairmont San Jose's 24-hour In-Room Dining service. Perfect for early-risers, an intimate dinner for two, night-time munchies, a hospitality suite or a small gathering.

Fairmont Express Cafe

Fairmont Express Café Stop by our Lobby Espresso Cart for a quick breakfast to go. Conveniently located in the lobby, you will find a great selection of muffins, breakfast pastries and fresh fruit in addition to their various coffee offerings.Hours of Operation:Open from 5:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. dailyDress Code:CasualReservations:Reservations are not required

Meeting Facility

Meeting Facilities

Fairmont San Jose has over 45,000 square feet of meeting, pre-function and banquet space available. A professional support staff and special facilities will make your event a success.

Ballrooms

Imperial Ballroom * Square Footage: 13,464 * Dinner: 1080 * Theater: 1200 Regency Ballroom * Square Footage: 8,342 * Dinner: 720 * Theater: 1100

Meeting Rooms

The Crystal Room & The Gold Room * Square Footage: 2088 each * Dinner: 150 each * Theater: 200 each The Empire, Garden, Valley & California Rooms * Square Footage: 1008 each * Dinner: 80 each * Theater: 70 each The Plaza, Terrace, Redwood & Paseo Rooms * Square Footage: 488 each * Dinner: 30 each * Theater: 20 each

The Club Regent

* Square Footage: 3800 * Dinner: 250 * Theater: 325

Recreation Information

Health Club

HEALTH CLUB Hours of Operation:Open daily from 5:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Pamper yourself at our Health Club, located a few steps from the Cabana, on the 3rd floor. Personal trainers are available by appointment only.Facility: Separate locker rooms for men and women including: Dry sauna Steam room Fitness Center with: Free Weights Lifecycles® Cybex Strength Equipment Treadmills Stairclimbers

Pool

Outdoor Heated Swimming Pool Located on the Cabana level's on the 4th floor, elegant oasis features lavish lanai-style rooms facing our 60-foot swimming pool (OPEN YEAR ROUND). The average temperature is between 76-78 degrees. Pool Width is 28' & Length is 60' 1512 sq. feet. The pool is unsupervised. Hours of Operation: sunrise to sunset Food and Beverage Poolside Service: The Gazebo Bar and Grill at the pool level serves lunch and drinks on weekends during summer months. Lunch is served between 11:00am - 2:30pm and the bar closes at 6:00pm. All depending on weather conditions. Weekdays, food and beverage delivery to poolside is available through In-Room Dining.

Golf

The Fairmont San Jose does not have an on-site golf course. Following are some suggestions for courses within a 30 minute drive.Cinnabar Hills Golf Club23600 McKean RoadSan JosePhone: (408) 323-5200 Beautiful 27 hole public golf course nestled in the Almaden foothills. Full pro shop, driving range, chipping area and three putting greens surrounding the snackbar. More Information: www.cinnabarhills.comCoyote Creek Golf Club1 Coyote Creek Golf DriveSan JosePhone: (408) 463-0622 Coyote Creek Golf Club is a 36 hole public course featuring a Jack Nicklaus signature design. The 12,000 ft clubhouse has a charming. Opening early 1999. More Information: www.castlecooke.com Half Moon Bay Golf Links2000 Fairway DriveHalf Moon BayPhone: (650) 726-4438 Two spectacular 18 hole championship golf courses are available for tournament or customized group outings. Features spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. More Information: www.halfmoonbaygolf.com Pasatiempo Golf Club ("pass - a - tee - em - po")18 Clubhouse RoadSanta CruzPhone: (831) 459-9183 An Alistair Mackenzie design since 1929. A classic layout with rolling fairways treacherous bunkers and awesome greens. Rated in the top 100 golf courses of America. Hiddenbrooke Country Club2727 Orion DriveVallejoPhone: (707) 557-8181 18 hole, Arnold Palmer signature designed golf course and country club tucked into the Solano County hills. This challenging 72-par championship golf course has majestic views, undulating fairways, and excellent course conditions. Hiddenbrooke was voted one of "America's Best New Courses" in 1996 by course architects in Golf Digest Magazine.

Hockey

The San Jose Arena is the home of the NHL San Jose SharksSan Jose Arena525 W. Santa Clara StreetSan Jose, CA 95113Phone - (408) 287-7070 Fax - (408) 999-5797 Event Information Hotline - (408) 287-9200

Tennis

The San Francisco Tennis Club Contact: Mr. Devon Sconyers (415) 777-9000

Area Attractions

Beaches

HALF MOON BAYHalf Moon Bay is about 45 minutes away from The Fairmont San Jose and includes downtown shopping, fishing, golf, horseback riding and miles of coastal hiking and biking trails. Website: www.halfmoonbaychamber.org SANTA CRUZSanta Cruz is about 35 minutes away and includes the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park, restaurants, and surfing. Website: www.beachboardwalk.com MONTEREY COASTMonterey Coast is about 1 hour south of San Jose and is home of the Monterey Bay Aquarium located on Monterey's historic Cannery Row. Website: www.montereybayaquarium.org

Winchester Mystery House

(There is a free shuttle which picks up and drops off guests at 6 of the downtown hotels (including the Fairmont San Jose)In 1884, a wealthy widow named Sarah L. Winchester began a construction project of such magnitude that it was to occupy the lives of carpenters and craftsmen until her death thirty-eight years later. The Victorian mansion, designed and built by the Winchester Rifle heiress, is filled with so many unexplained oddities, that it has come to be known as the Winchester Mystery House. Sarah Winchester built a home that is an architectural marvel. Unlike most homes of its era, this 160-room Victorian mansion had modern heating and sewer systems, gas lights that operated by pressing a button, three working elevators, and 47 fireplaces. From rambling roofs and exquisite hand inlaid parquet floors to the gold and silver chandeliers and Tiffany art glass windows, you will be impressed by the staggering amount of creativity, energy, and expense poured into each and every detail. No one has been able to explain the mysteries that exist within the Winchester Mansion, or why Sarah Winchester kept the carpenters' hammers pounding 24 hours a day for 38 years. It is believed that after the untimely deaths of her baby daughter and husband (who was the son of the Winchester Rifle manufacturer), Mrs. Winchester was convinced by a medium that continuous building would appease the evil spirits of those killed by the famous "Gun that Won the West" and help her attain eternal life. Certainly her $20,000,000 inheritance was sufficient to support her obsession until her death at 82! Amazing FactsNumber of rooms: 160 Cost: $5,500,000 Date of Construction: 1884 - September 5, 1922 (38 Continuous years!) Number of stories: prior to 1906 Earthquake - 7; presently 4 Number of acres: originally 161.919; presently 4 Number of basements: 2 Heating: Steam, forced air, fireplaces Number of windows: frames 1,257, approx. 10,000 Number of doors: doorways 467 approx., 950 doors not including cabinet doors. Number of fireplaces: 47 (gas, wood, or coal burning) Number of chimneys: presently 17 with evidence of 2 others Number of cars at her death: 2 (1 1917 Pierce Arrow Limousine & 1 1916 4 cyl. Buick truck) Number of bedrooms: approx. 40 Number of kitchens: 5 or 6 Number of staircases: 40, total of stair steps - 367 Number of skylights: approx. 52 Number of gallons of paint required to paint entire home: over 20,000 Number of ballrooms: 2 (1 nearly complete and 1 under construction) Blueprints available: No, Mrs. Winchester never had a master set of blueprints, but did sketch out individual rooms on paper and even tablecloths!

Great American Amusement Park

Located 8 miles away, accessible by light rail (Public Transportation).

Wineries

-BYINGTON WINERY & VINEYARD /LOS GATOS -J. LOHR WINERY / SAN JOSE 3 MILES -HALLCREST VINEYARD/ THE ORGANIC WINE WORKS / FELTON -MARIANA VINEYARDS / SARATOGA -MIRASSOU CHAMPAGNE CELLARS / LOS GATOS -MIRASSOU VINEYARDS / SAN JOSE -NAPA VALLEY WINE TRAIN / NAPA 2 HOURS -SUNRISE WINERY / CUPERTINO -THOMAS KRUSE WINERY / GILROY

Museums

-ALBA MUSEUM OF LATIN AMERICAN ARTS -- SAN JOSE -AMERICAN MUSEUM OF QUILTS AND RELATED ARTS -- SAN JOSE -CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY MUSEUM -- WALKING DISTANCE FROM THE FAIRMONT SAN JOSE -COYOTE POINT MUSEUM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION -- SAN MATEO -DE SAISSET MUSEUM/MISSION SANTA CLARA -- SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY -RODIN SCULPTURES GARDEN -- STANFORD UNIVERSITY -ROSICRUCIAN EGYPTIAN MUSEUM -- SAN JOSE -SAN JOSE HISTORICAL MUSEUM -SAN JOSE INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART -SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF ART -- NEXT DOOR TO SAJ -STANFORD UNIVERSITY MUSEUM OF ART, STANFORD -THE TECH MUSEUM OF INNOVATION -- ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE FAIRMONT SAN JOSE

Imax Theatre

Unlike traditional flat-screen IMAX® theaters, the new, state-of-the-art Hackworth IMAX® Dome Theater features a giant eight story domed screen and six-channel, digital wrap around sound with 13,000 watts of power coming from 44 speakers. It seats 295 people in special reclining chairs that accentuate the feeling of actually being in the movie. The Hackworth IMAX® Dome Theater is the only theater of its kind in Northern California.The azure dome on The Tech's new home has become a stunning landmark in downtown San Jose's skyline. The theater is named for Mike and Joan Hackworth who contributed the first $1 million individual gift to The Tech's Capital Campaign in 1992.

Kelley Park

10 minute drive from the Fairmont San Jose Kelley Park is one of San Jose's most diverse facilities, offering visitors an opportunity to enjoy a picnic or barbecue amid beautiful lawn areas and shade trees; a visit to the Happy Hollow Park & Zoo to see the many animals or take in a puppet show; a walk through the tranquil Japanese Friendship Garden with beautiful koi-filled ponds; and step back in time to turn-of-the-century San Jose at the Historical Museum.Picnic Areas in the ParkThere are numerous picnic areas throughout the park which can accommodate small to very large groups. Several are available on a first come, first served basis (One adult may save only one table). Designated picnic areas are available through advanced reservations for a nominal reservation fee. For group picnic reservations call (408) 277-5561. Leininger CenterLeininger Center provides a central location for making group picnic reservations for San Jose's Regional Parks (Kelley, Lake Cunningham, Almaden Lake, Alum Rock), Family Camp reservations, and application for special events. If you are planning a wedding, you can make your reservations at Leininger to use one of the wedding sites at Overfelt Gardens or the Rose Garden. The Okayama Room and patio at the centre is a lovely place to hold a wedding reception for 175 people, or it can be rented for meetings. Amphitheatre A Greek-style amphitheatre located behind Leininger Center, it can be reserved by groups for wedding ceremonies and other similar events. It can accommodate approximately 200 people. Musical and theatrical groups have been among those to use the amphitheatre; however, no amplified sound is allowed. This area is not available for reservations from Memorial Day Weekend through Labour Day Weekend. Park Hours: 8:00 a.m. until one-half hour after sunset

Happy Hollow Park and Zoo

Just a quick 10 minute drive from the Fairmont San Jose, Happy Hollow is located in Kelley Park at 1300 Senter Road in San Jose, California, on the corner of Story and Senter Roads across from San Jose Municipal Stadium and the SJSU Spartan Athletic Fields. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo has been providing affordable family entertainment, education and fun since 1961. The Park is a peaceful, creative and safe place for children of all ages, with the main focus on "little ones" between the ages of 2-10. There are creative play areas, children's rides, hand puppet and marionette shows, special events, and birthday areas. The Zoo is an accredited institution that participates in conservation and propagation of rare and endangered species while at the same time offering children the opportunity to see wondrous animals such as the ruffed lemur or the pygmy hippopotamus. It also gives hands on experience with many animals and the education that is needed to secure the future of endangered species. The animal contact area features alpacas, goats, guinea pigs and miniature horses.

Japanese Friendship Garden

10 minute drive from the Fairmont San Jose - located in Kelley Park Patterned after the Korakuen Garden in San Jose's sister city, Okayama, Japan The park contains hundreds of exotic koi fish and quaint foot bridges. The face of the traditional Japanese garden was molded by three major forces: religion, a love for nature, and a heavy use of symbolism. These three forces blended together to create a beautiful, culturally enlightening area. While visiting the Garden, take some time to feed the exotic koi fish. Two feeding stations are available and you may purchase food for a small fee. Koi are an ornamental variety of the common carp, Cyprinus carpio, bred especially to reveal their distinctive colour characteristics. Originally bred as a food source, it was in Japan during the Hei-an period, 794-1184, that the first selective breeding for colour occurred. In 1966 Okayama, Japan sent a gift of koi to San Jose that was released into the three ponds inside the Garden. Some of the koi you see here could be from that original stock as koi usually live between 35-40 years and can reach lengths of around 30 inches. Open: Daily from 10:00 a.m. until sunset.

Children's Discovery Museum

Located 6 blocks from the Fairmont San Jose Fabulous "hands on" museum for children - The purpose of Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose is to serve the needs of children, families and schools as a centre for learning and discovery. For children, it is first and foremost a place to call their own, offering interactive exhibits and programs in a warm and inviting setting. Its educational mission encompasses the themes of Connections, Community, and Creativity. In its unique environment, children actively make connections among ideas, people and cultures. The Museum's programs also encourage children to define their role in and contribution to both local and global communities. Finally, as a centre for creative play and expression, Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose provides opportunities for all of us to discover the world through the eyes of children.