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Information as of January 8, 2026
Campus Resources
Parking Permits
Parking permits will be available to download and print starting in June 2026.
- We recommend you park in either the Main Parking structure or the North Campus Garage.
- Once you arrive on campus, Orientation Leaders will guide you from the parking garage to where check-in will be.
- Free parking permits will be provided at the campus main entrance kiosk, North Campus garage entrance, and at the check-in tables.
Car Rental Discount
Hertz Rental Car
Reservation Link
Use the CDP code 2079595 for the discount
Hotel Discounts & Courtesy Room Blocks
A few notes regarding forthcoming room blocks with our partner hotels that will be promoted on this webpage starting in March 2026:
- Room blocks are for Orientation in July and August as well as Welcome Weekend in September and tend to include the opportunity to add a night or two before and/or after the advertised time span if you need to extend your stay.
- Rooms are limited for each hotel and are available on a "first come, first serve" basis.
- If you made reservations at any of our partner hotels and need to modify or cancel those reservations, please contact the hotel directly.
- Please contact Tedd Vanadilok at tvanadilok@scu.edu if you need further assistance.
Although we do not have a specific room block at this hotel property, the Hotel Valencia has been a long-time partner for supporting our SCU families.
Click here to learn more about the Hotel Valencia and to book room reservations.
SCU Discount: 15% Off the Best Available Rate (BAR)
Corporate Code: 3028681
Check-In Date: Flexible based on availability
Check-Out Date: Flexible based on availability
Reservation Deadline: Flexible based on availability
Reservation Link
Contact: 408-998-1900
In addition to these hotels where we have room blocks, there are many other local hotels to choose from. The difference between our hotel room blocks and rooms at other hotels is that our room blocks have special rates for SCU families.
Other Lodging Options
For families seeking alternative options for lodging other than hotels, house rentals may be worth exploring. Examples include:
Note: SCU does not endorse any particular service or have any strategic partnerships with any of the services mentioned. It is your responsibility to research which service fits your needs.