The Hayes Mansion was built in the 1800s by Mary Hayes Chynoweth, a prominent force of a woman who became known as the Matriarch of Edenvale. The home was originally a Victorian mansion featuring a main mansion and two identical, connecting mansions to house the sons, Everis and Jay, who were also renowned in the community as lawyers, businessmen and politicians in San Jose. When fire ravished the home, it was rebuilt in a similar style in 1904, and is the main building of the current Dolce Hotels’ property.

The City of San Jose bought the Hayes Mansion in the 1970s and turned the historic building into a conference center. Adding a second building with 127 guestrooms and then an additional 82 guestrooms in a third building, the hotel offers 214 room types, with five suites located in the original mansion. Today, the property is mainly one that attracts conference and wedding goers, but its facilities also make it one families turn to for hosting large family events and reunions. However, small families passing through San Jose will find its amenities and suites comfortable for weekend getaways and local staycations.

Rooms at the Hayes Mansion can be found in the original mansion or in its newer conference area facility. There are more than 200 rooms available with queen and king bed options. All rooms include Wi-Fi access, small refrigerators, and coffeemakers, as well as flat-screen TVs. Rollaway beds and cribs are available.

Standard Rooms
Standard rooms with a king or queen can only accommodate two guests, but double queens, starting at 400 square feet can sleep four. There are only eight double kings versus 68 king rooms, so these book fast.

Suites
For more room, suites are available. The junior suite can only accommodate two people, but the queen suite in the mansion sleeps four in 600 square feet of space. A parlor suite with queen bed can sleep four in 500 square feet of space. Suites feature sitting areas with sofa beds. Five of the mansion's original bedrooms have been converted into one- and two-bedroom suites. The remaining 209 rooms are located in separate buildings.

Pool
An outdoor swimming pool, recently renovated, is open for families to enjoy throughout the year. The pool is heated and also includes a hot tub.

Game Room
The hotel's Coyote Creek Lounge is a basement lounge with a card room, pool tables and televisions for catching the latest game.

Park
Adjacent to the hotel is a 22-acre park with swing sets, a children's play area, jogging track and sports facilities to keep families moving.

Silver Creek Restaurant
Onsite dining is available in the Silver Creek Restaurant, which provides both buffet and a la carte breakfast and lunch menus. A Champagne brunch is offered on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Palm Plaza Lounge
The Palm Plaza Lounge provides casual dining during evenings, with heated outdoor seating available on the hotel's plaza. Offering a small bites menu, guests will find live music on Thursday and Friday nights.

In-Room Dining
In-room dining is available for breakfast through dinner daily.

All About the Extras
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is featured throughout the hotel and in rooms and is complimentary.

Parking
Complimentary valet parking is available, as well as free self parking.

Fitness Center
A 24-hour fitness center is available.

Discounts
Residents of California receive 30 percent off of room rates.

The Art of Smart Timing
A conference resort that is somewhat removed from downtown San Jose, the Hayes Mansion is busy during the week with business guests and on weekends, the hotel becomes a popular resort for weddings. If attempting to find the best room options, you will need to book well in advance, as the hotel is very popular all year long.

Getting There
The hotel provides shuttle service to and from San Jose Mintea International Airport, as well as shuttle service to businesses and attractions within a 5-mile radius. The shuttle operates between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m.

Getting Around
With the exception of the hotel's shuttle providing transportation within a 5-mile radius, you will need a car to get to most attractions and sites in the San Jose area, as it is a large city made up of many communities.

For Mom and Dad
The Inspa Spa is a 12,000-square-foot, full-service spa with six treatment rooms offering facials, massages, body treatments, manicures, pedicures, waxing and makeup applications.