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Our top choices for San Mateo hostels

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

1. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (477 reviews)
"Easy to check. Clean and nice place"
United States
Frankie
The price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

2. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (484 reviews)
"Very very satisfied with the cost of stay, location, overall amenities and the very accommodating staff. The place is very close to everything and is located in a very safe location. Highly recommended!"
United States
Dennis
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

3. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (406 reviews)
"Overall great experience. Nice folks, fun areas nearby to walk to. I would stay here again and recommend."
United States
Casey
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (256 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Amsterdam Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

5. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Orange Village Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

6. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (659 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Adelaide Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

7. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (724 reviews)
"Really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Patrons were fine in common spaces. Really nice bathroom, recently renovated. Would book again."
United States
Gregory
The price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
European Hostel
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice in general for an older property."
Michel 1-night trip
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Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

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San Mateo Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,625
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$76
Highest Price
AU$150

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Mateo?
Our customers like these accommodations in the area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift at this hotel. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 499 mm.
What is there to see and do in San Mateo?
In general, San Mateo is known for its festivals, restaurants and sports. Major attractions include San Francisco Bay, Chase Center and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places such as Coyote Point Park, Sawyer Camp Trail and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. Cultural attractions include CuriOdyssey, Hiller Aviation Museum and SFO Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around San Mateo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Mateo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.

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