Last updated October 13, 2026
I haven’t stayed here yet, so this guide uses Hilton’s property pages and award prices, with property details checked October 13, 2026.
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Hayes Mansion San Jose is a Curio Collection hotel on Edenvale Avenue in south San Jose, built around a mansion from 1905. Standard award nights run 55,000 to 85,000 points.
Why Hayes Mansion matters for Hilton members
Hilton describes the Hayes Mansion as a Gilded Age estate, built in 1905 and recognized by Historic Hotels of America, that was once a social and political hub of San Jose.
It sits 9 miles from downtown San Jose and 15 miles from Cupertino, per Hilton, with a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and walking trails next door. Self-parking is $22 a day.
- Address
- 200 Edenvale Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Rooms
- 214
- Brand
- Curio Collection by Hilton
- Points per night
- 55,000 to 85,000 depending on the date
- Best for
- A historic estate stay in Silicon Valley
History and architecture, briefly
Hilton says the mansion was built in 1905 and is recognized by Historic Hotels of America. The hotel also has 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, so weddings and corporate events are part of the mix.
Hayes Mansion rooms: what to book
Hilton lists 8 room types, not counting accessible versions:
- King Room. 400 square feet.
- Queen Room and 2 Queens Room. Hilton lists no size.
- Junior King Suite. 500 square feet, sleeps 4.
- Queen Suite with Patio. 500 square feet.
- Mansion Queen Suite. 700 square feet, with a balcony version, sleeping 4.
- The Mansion Residence. 500 square feet, sleeps 5.
The Mansion Queen Suites are the largest regular rooms at 700 square feet. A family of 4 fits in the 2 Queens Room or a Junior King Suite.
Dining at Hayes Mansion
Hilton lists 1 restaurant:
- Palm & Ember. California food indoors or on the patio. Breakfast 6 AM to 10 AM, lunch 11 AM to 2 PM and dinner from 5 PM.
Hilton Honors strategy at Hayes Mansion
Standard award nights at Hayes Mansion run 55,000 to 85,000 points. Compare that with the cash rate for your dates, and keep the points when the cash rate is low.
Gold and Diamond benefits
The Gold and Diamond daily food and beverage credit works at Palm & Ember, which opens for breakfast at 6 AM. Upgrades are space-available, and the Mansion suites are the ones to ask about.
Hayes Mansion: trade-offs
- Location. Hilton puts the hotel 9 miles from downtown San Jose, so plan on a car.
- Parking. Self-parking at $22 a day. No valet.
- Pets. Up to 2 small cats or dogs, $75 for 1 to 4 nights or $125 for 5 nights or more.
- Events. With 30,000 square feet of event space, expect weddings and corporate groups on the grounds.
Alternatives if Hayes Mansion is sold out
- Juniper Hotel Cupertino. A Curio in Cupertino.
- Best Hilton hotels in San Francisco. My guide to the city.
- Best Hilton California resorts. My guide to resorts across the state.
See how every US Curio hotel ranks: Every US Curio Collection hotel by state, ranked.
Hayes Mansion FAQ
When was Hayes Mansion built?
In 1905, according to Hilton, which says it is recognized by Historic Hotels of America.
Where is Hayes Mansion?
At 200 Edenvale Avenue in south San Jose. Hilton puts it 9 miles from downtown San Jose and 15 miles from Cupertino.
Does Hayes Mansion have parking?
Self-parking at $22 a day. There is no valet.
Is Hayes Mansion pet friendly?
Yes, for up to 2 small cats or dogs, with a fee of $75 for 1 to 4 nights or $125 for 5 nights or more.
What time is check-out at Hayes Mansion?
Noon, with check-in at 4 PM.
Sources: Hilton’s overview, rooms and dining pages for Hayes Mansion San Jose, Curio Collection by Hilton, hilton.com, checked October 13, 2026.
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