San Jose, CA – February 17, 2026 – The city of San Jose issued a new business license today for the Ac Hotel San Jose, located at 350 W Santa Clara St. The license, issued this morning, is for a “On-Sale General” business type, signaling a significant development within the increasingly vibrant downtown business district.
The area surrounding Santa Clara Street has seen a notable surge in development over the past several years, with numerous new office buildings, retail spaces, and residential complexes springing up. This latest addition to the area adds another layer to the evolving landscape, contributing to the district’s growing momentum. The street itself is a major thoroughfare, bustling with pedestrian traffic and a mix of established and newly opened businesses. The area is characterized by a mix of modern architecture and older, historically significant buildings, reflecting San Jose’s rich and layered past.
Local officials have expressed optimism about the potential impact of the new license, anticipating it will further stimulate economic activity in the district. The issuance of the license is part of a larger trend of increased commercial activity in the core of the city, as the downtown area continues its transformation.
The business is situated amongst a collection of other businesses catering to the downtown trade, and the surrounding area has seen an influx of investment in recent years.
350 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA