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Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Very nice stay"
The price is P5,707
P6,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

The Catrina Hotel

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (775)
"Great place for a short stay!"
The price is P5,392
P6,198 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
The Catrina Hotel

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (943)
"Great location, easy access to shopping and freeways, excellent breakfast."
The price is P5,661
P6,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (684)
"Clean; comfortable beds; new facility; excellent breakfast buffet."
The price is P6,321
P7,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1196)
"liked the breakfast and the housekeeping staff was excellent."
The price is P6,260
P7,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Inn@Bayshore

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Everything was cozy and nice. Would come back for another stay."
The price is P4,905
P5,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Inn@Bayshore

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (891)
"Great location "
The price is P5,668
P6,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"The property was in a great location close to shopping and dining. A car was helpful to have for trips to different tourist spots. Staff was friendly and helpful. Hotel was clean and in a safe area. "
The price is P7,109
P8,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1)
"This is a very clean comfortable property! "
The price is P9,752
P19,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2056)
"Great area easy to walk to attractions staff was great breakfast was good"
The price is P7,494
P10,550 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Half Moon Bay Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Wonderful stay. Recommend this hotel !"
The price is P10,452
P12,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Half Moon Bay Lodge

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2050)
"Staff was friendly, pool was clean and breakfast was simple. "
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2039)
"Great breakfast and shuttle route. "
The price is P6,860
P8,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1087)
"Amazing room, clean and friendly staff"
The price is P9,695
P10,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1013)
"Awesome property not far from many stores and resturaunts."
The price is P7,244
P9,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1350)
"I enjoyed my stay Room was very clean "
The price is P4,561
P5,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Maple Tree Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2166)
"Great stay!!!"
The price is P5,090
P5,749 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Maple Tree Inn

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2136)
"Decent hotel, good location."
The price is P12,789
P17,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1151)
"Nice affordable place to stay"
The price is P7,301
P8,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

San Remo Hotel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Great location, great price...European style...all good!"
The price is P7,140
P8,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
San Remo Hotel
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Where to stay in San Mateo

Find the best San Mateo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about San Mateo
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East San Mateo

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in East San Mateo, San Francisco Bay and Elmar Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Central San Mateo

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While visiting Central San Mateo, you might make a stop by sights like The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12.

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South San Mateo

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While visiting South San Mateo, you might make a stop by sights like Hillsdale Shopping Center and San Mateo County Event Center.

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Shoreview

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While visiting Shoreview, you might make a stop by sights like San Francisco Bay and Poplar Creek Golf Course.

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North Central

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Central and surrounding area, you can visit Poplar Creek Golf Course and CuriOdyssey.

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Learn more about San Mateo

Nestled between San Francisco and Silicon Valley, this vibrant city offers Japanese gardens and hiking trails in Coyote Point Park. Families love the interactive CuriOdyssey science museum, while shoppers flock to Hillsdale Shopping Center for retail therapy after farmers market visits.

Coyote Point Park featuring a garden

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in San Mateo?

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other top choices based on traveler reviews include Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo and Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Mateo.

Hillsdale is one of the city's most popular neighborhoods.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in San Mateo?

Mid Century Garden View Home Parking: Visitors like this San Mateo vacation home rental. It offers a garden and free WiFi to help you feel comfortable in your new surroundings. This vacation rental also comes with free parking to give you added peace of mind. See all vacation rentals in San Mateo.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Mateo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Mateo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to San Mateo?

For more information about updating your trip to San Mateo or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in San Mateo?

Based on reviews, Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and a 24-hour fitness center. Another top choice for your stay on the cheap is Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport. View all budget hotels in San Mateo.

What's the best hotel for a family trip to San Mateo?

San Mateo SFO Airport Hotel is a hotel with a restaurant and free breakfast, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Attractions like Coyote Point Park and CuriOdyssey are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in San Mateo.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in San Mateo?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo and Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport are two other good choices for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in San Mateo.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in San Mateo?

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and in-room kitchens for its human guests. Other good choices to stay with your pet include Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport and The Catrina Hotel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Mateo.

Where is the best hotel to stay close to San Mateo County Event Center?

San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4-star hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from San Mateo County Event Center. Other good options close by include The Catrina by Kasa and Stone Villa Inn.

What about the best place to stay near Hillsdale Shopping Center?

One of the top choices for your stay is The Catrina by Kasa, located a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Hillsdale Shopping Center, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Stone Villa Inn and Hillsdale Inn are two other good choices in the immediate area.

What's the best accommodation to stay near the beach in San Mateo?

San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport is a top beach hotel with a snack bar and Smart TVs, and it's located close to Lakeshore Park Beach. Other good options to stay near the beach include Courtyard by Marriott San Mateo Foster City and Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO. See more stays near the beach in San Mateo.

What's the best luxury accommodation in San Mateo?

San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport is a 4-star hotel with a restaurant and a bar, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for a pampering stay.

What's the best boutique-style accommodation in San Mateo?

Stone Villa Inn by Magnuson Hotels is a favorite hotel with our travelers looking for a stylish accommodation, and features 44 guestrooms, free parking, and a café.

What's the best place to stay if I'm looking to play golf in San Mateo?

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport is a top hotel that has an adjacent golf course and features cable TV. Another good choice is Inn@Bayshore if you'd like to be close to a golf course while in town. You can tee off at Poplar Creek Golf Course during your trip. See more golf hotels in San Mateo.

Where is the best part of San Mateo for seeing the sights?

Hillsdale is a popular part of the city for sightseeing so consider a stop by San Mateo County Event Center, Bay Meadows Park, and Paddock Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.

What are some hotels with pools in San Mateo?

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG: Hotel located near Moscone Convention Center. Offers a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool, and complimentary wireless internet access. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf and Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG are two additional hotels that offer an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in San Mateo.

What is the best spa hotel in San Mateo?

Courtyard by Marriott San Mateo Foster City is a top spa hotel featuring a fitness center, a bar, and a restaurant. Other popular spa hotels in San Mateo include Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo, an IHG Hotel and Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo. See all spa hotels in San Mateo.

What's the best hotel for staying near San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

El Rancho Inn, Signature Collection is a popular 3-star property featuring free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from San Francisco Intl. Airport. Other good options within close proximity to the airport include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West and Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel.

What is staying in San Mateo like?

Families will find kid-friendly activities in San Mateo, and visitors give high marks for the top-notch restaurants and shopping. This city also attracts tourists with its festivals and sporting events. Pier 39, San Francisco Bay, and Chase Center are some of the top sights around the area. In San Mateo, there are 92 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about San Mateo.

What should I see while I'm in San Mateo?

Cultural venues include Coyote Point Park and CuriOdyssey. Natural beauty is on display at San Francisco Bay, Shoreview Park, and JoinVille Park. Additionally, you'll find Pier 39 and Chase Center in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's San Mateo guide.

How can I get around San Mateo?

If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in San Mateo for your journey.

What's the seasonal weather like in San Mateo?

The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 20 inches.