Downtown San Mateo

San Francisco

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A display of assorted desserts including chocolate-covered pastries, fruit tarts, and cheesecakes.
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A variety of desserts including yellow-topped cakes with raspberries and chocolate decorations, and chocolate-covered pastries with coconut flakes.

Stay near popular Downtown 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

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
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
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour

Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour

P5,553
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour
Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour

Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour

P6,877
per adult
Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour
San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour

San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour

P26,705
per adult
San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown 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 P9,338 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
P9,338
P10,990 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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! (6,381 reviews)
"Clean and good location!"

Reviewed on Oct 7, 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 P7,671 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
P7,671
P11,609 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
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! (7,700 reviews)
"Stayed before boarding a cruise. Very convenient and comfortable breakfast can crowed but was very good"

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is P8,185 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P8,185
P9,633 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 ...
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
The price is P9,214 per night from Nov 6 to Nov 7
P9,214
P10,845 total
Nov 6 - Nov 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA
The price is P13,748 per night from Nov 6 to Nov 7
P13,748
P19,066 total
Nov 6 - Nov 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,521 reviews)
"The property was nothing like what was advertised. The food was not good in the restaurant, specifically the clam chowder, pizza, Apple Tart, and Chocolate Cake. There were only 3 elevators working, which took about 10 minutes to get to our floor or the lobby. Customer Service was lousy. Overall, ..."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

3.5 out of 5
85 5th St San Francisco CA
The price is P6,788 per night from Nov 6 to Nov 7
P6,788
P7,976 total
Nov 6 - Nov 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
The Pickwick Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown San Mateo

Find the best Downtown 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 Chase Center 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 Chase Center 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.

Downtown San Mateo