Central San Mateo

San Francisco

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Stay near popular Central San Mateo attractions

Central Park

8.6/10 (125 reviews)
Central Park is just one of the places to see in San Mateo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Things to do

From San Francisco: Highway 1 Self-Drive Audio Tour

Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle

P1,250
per traveler
90% of travellers recommend
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
The Golden Hour at the Golden Gate

2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay

P9,315
per adult
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour

Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour

P9,234
per traveler
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour
Hiking along Pacifica State Beach Coastline

Hiking along Pacifica State Beach Coastline

P2,188
per adult
Hiking along Pacifica State Beach Coastline
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

P8,690
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
On the road to the historic Johnson House.

Half Moon Bay Guided E-Bike Tour

P6,877
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Moon Bay Guided E-Bike Tour
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Top hotels in Central San Mateo

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is P11,685 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P11,685
P13,752 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,330 reviews)
"Good service"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is P8,879 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P8,879
P13,036 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,680 reviews)
"Very busy. There is a line for everything. Our room had mold around the tub."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,947 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
P8,947
P10,530 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is P10,758 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
P10,758
P12,661 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,246 reviews)
"Service was poor,lighting in the room is poor"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

3.5 out of 5
433 Powell St San Francisco CA
The price is P9,491 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
P9,491
P11,183 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,465 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

4 out of 5
345 Stockton St San Francisco CA
The price is P10,043 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
P10,043
P14,776 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
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Where to stay in Central San Mateo

Find the best Central San Mateo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Fisherman's Wharf

Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay are top sights in Fisherman's Wharf, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop to see more sights in the area.

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Union Square

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.

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Downtown San Francisco

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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South of Market

Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are top sights in South of Market, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Yerba Buena-Moscone Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more sights in the area.

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Nob Hill

Travelers love Nob Hill for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Washington St & Leavenworth St Stop or Washington St & Jones St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like SF Masonic Auditorium and Cable Car Museum.

Central San Mateo