Sweet Maple

Sleek, modern rooms & suites in an upscale, contemporary hotel offering a health club & dining. Set 5 blocks from Stanford University campus, this contemporary, upscale hotel is also 4 blocks from Highway 82 and 17 miles from San Jose Airport. The modern, sleek rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, minibars and espresso makers, plus flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and iPod docks. Some rooms provide city-view balconies, while suites add sitting rooms. Complimentary perks include access to a fitness center and health club. There's an upscale regional restaurant and bar, along with a business center and 2 meeting rooms. Valet parking is available for a fee.

Counter-service quick fix for tacos, burritos, all-day Mexican breakfasts & more.

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Trendy cafe chain offering upscale coffee drinks & pastries, plus beans & brewing equipment.

Upscale-casual restaurant serving traditional Chinese eats, including Peking duck and steamed fish.

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