Hayes Mansion San Jose, Curio Collection by Hilton
San Jose, California
Hayes Mansion San Jose, Curio Collection by Hilton
200 Edenvale Avenue, San Jose, California 95136 Original Property Opened in 1905 Historic Hotels of America member since 2019In 1903, California architect George Page was commissioned by Mary Hayes Chynoweth, to build a home for the Hayes Family. Intended to provide a triple residence for the Chynoweths and growing families of Mary's two sons, Everis Hayes and Jay Orly Hayes, the sprawling mansion incorporated every modern amenity available, including the latest fire safety features of the era. The Hayes Family sold the property during the 1950s, after which the building remained vacant for some time. Purchased by the City of San Jose during the 1990s, the property was renovated and expanded to its present state.
Today, Hayes Mansion San Jose, Curio Collection by Hilton offers 214 luxurious guestrooms and suites in a stunning historic locale. Whether guests choose the cozy standard guestrooms or the spacious suites, they are sure to enjoy their stay. High quality amenities are also available, such as a coffee maker, a hair dryer, a flat screen television, and more. Guests can indulge in two dining options, both serving a variety of delicious fare.
Discover
- Discover the Mediterranean Revival-style architecture of the Hayes Mansion, Curio Collection by Hilton. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, architect George Page developed the mansion at the behest of Mary Hayes Chynoweth in 1903. It featured many cutting-edge structural components when it finally debuted, including a fire safety system, a power plant, and its very own train station.
- Admire the magnificently restored accommodations at this cherished local landmark. Hayes Mansion, Curio Collection by Hilton, has hosted a variety of noteworthy guests over the years, including three U.S. presidents.
- Gaze upon the inherent beauty of Edenvale Gardens Regional Park. Located across the street from Hayes Mansion, Curio Collection by Hilton, this verdant oasis features many tranquil hiking trails and bike paths to explore. It also has access to a number of public facilities, including a series of tennis courts.
Explore
- Explore the mysterious Winchester Mystery House. Constructed in 1886, it once served as the home of Sarah Winchester, the heiress to the wealth produced from the Winchester Repeating Rifle. Winchester beleived she was haunted by the spirits of those who died because of the rifle, so she continuously developed the building’s twisting interior as a means to confuse their spirits.
- Visit the stunning Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph. This remarkable historic site has stood as a cherished local landmark since its completion in 1877. Its iconic domed ceiling is among the best architectural masterpieces in all of San Jose.
- Travel to the Municipal Rose Garden. Founded in 1927, the garden is among the most visited places in all of San Jose. Guests today marvel at the 189 different varieties of roses spread across the 3,500 shrubs planted inside the park.
Experience
- Experience The Tech Interactive in downtown San Jose. The Tech Interactive features many unique interactive scientific exhibits that chronicle the developments of California’s renowned Silicon Valley. It also has a magnificent IMAX Theater that runs both educational and feature-length films.
- Tour the fascinating exhibits at the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum. This fascinating cultural institution is home to over 4,000 Egyptian artifacts that include the replica of a tomb, as well as a series of sarcophagi.
- Stroll among the wonderful pieces of art on display at the San Jose Museum of Art. Housed within a historic building called the “Civic Art Gallery,” the museum has one of the largest collections of West Coast-based artists active during the last two centuries.
Taste
- Savor some delicious local fare at the San Pedro Square Market. All sorts of restauranteurs have established dozens of quaint eateries inside, serving dishes inspired by the wealth of fresh ingredients grown nearby. The San Pedro Square Market is also a hotspot for craft beers and cocktails, too.
- Taste a beloved regional delicacy known as “Dungeness crab.” Specifically harvested further north in San Francisco Bay, numerous restaurants in San Jose offer many variations of Dungeness crab. No trip to the city would thus be complete without trying this fantastic dish.
- Delight in some delicious Vietnamese cuisine when out exploring San Jose. The city itself is home to one of the most vibrant Vietnamese communities in the United States. As such, everything from pho to bahn-mi can easily be found throughout San Jose, particularly within its exciting neighborhood known as “Little Saigon.”
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