SOURCE: Marriott There’s No Shortage of Things to Do With the Downtown San Jose Marriott Hotel as Your Starting Point SAN JOSE, CA–(Marketwire – November 19, 2010) – Located in the heart of the famous Silicon Valley, San Jose is known for technology and breathtakingly beautiful sights, “San Francisco’s younger sister” also features five-star hotels, museums, cultural centers, international cuisine — and an abundance of holiday fun! One of the premier hotels in downtown San Jose, CA , the San Jose Marriott invites guests to enjoy seasonal favorites like ice skating at Sharks Ice or Downtown Ice, the South Bay’s largest seasonal outdoor skating rink, open through January 19, 2011. Located near the San Jose Museum of Art, Downtown Ice is just part of the many offerings in San Jose during the holidays. For example, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo features rides for young children with puppet shows and special holiday events.