Title: Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95452751&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History ## Photo gallery for Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History ![TV - Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History (Milpitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95460000/95452800/95452751/f4e67119.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![A heated pool - Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History (Milpitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95460000/95452800/95452751/ed1c0f70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Always a Great Idea To Unwind! 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[Visit our Milpitas travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Milpitas.dx8632) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.42251%2C-121.91929&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-RnWWLD4LkqSQNmxVVlJ11nehGg=) Milpitas, CA ### What's nearby - ![View of Silicon Valley at Dusk, San Jose, California, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138778/6df3afd6-7ea6-428c-9999-d9a812b36a11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) San Jose McEnery Convention Center 13 min drive \- 7.8 miles - Great Mall of the Bay Area 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Cinemark Century Great Mall 20 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - LEGOLAND® Discovery Center 5 min drive \- 2.0 miles - SAP Center at San Jose 13 min drive \- 7.1 miles ### Getting around - Sunnyvale Lawrence Station 10 min drive - I-880 Station 16 min walk - San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Mala Town 3 min walk - HeyTea 4 min walk - HL Peninsula Restaurant Milpitas 17 min walk - Brew & Bánh Mì Cafe Coffee & Tea 4 min walk - Koi Palace 7 min walk ## About this property ### Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History Hotel near Levi's Stadium Consider a stay at Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History and take advantage of golfing on-site, a gym and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Heated pool - Breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and smoke-free property - Concierge services Room features All guest rooms at Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers - TVs with cable channels - Outdoor lighting, fridges and microwaves ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site ### Food and drink - Breakfast available for a fee ### Things to do - Communal pool - Golf - Gym - Heated pool - Hot tub ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: $75/pet/per stay, max 2 pets/room ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 45-3784316 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 123739 ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History have a pool? ### Is Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History? ### What time is check-in at Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History? ### What time is check-out at Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History? ### Where is Always a Great Idea To Unwind! Short Drive to Museum of Local History located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---