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Top San Mateo LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1221 Chess Dr Foster City CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$229 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$229
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"It was very clean and very nice."

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

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Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
2.5 out of 5
480 N Bayshore Boulevard San Mateo CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$173 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$173
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,410 reviews)
"The room was clean and I really liked the breakfast area."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Opens in a new windowBest Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
3 out of 5
330 N Bayshore Blvd San Mateo CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$185 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$185
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (1,138 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

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Courtyard by Marriott San Mateo Foster City
3 out of 5
550 Shell Blvd Foster City CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$208 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$208
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and easily accessible room"

Reviewed on 19 June 2026

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Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
3 out of 5
2000 Winward Way San Mateo CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$209 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$209
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Todo excelente Agradable su servicio"

Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Opens in a new windowResidence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
TownePlace Suites San Mateo Foster City
3 out of 5
1299 Chess Dr Foster City CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$260 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$260
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (561 reviews)
"My cousin visiting from Australia for the World Cup had a wonderful stay!"

Reviewed on 18 June 2026

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Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
3 out of 5
2000 Bridgepointe Circle San Mateo CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$211 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$211
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Very quiet and comfortable. There was a room smoking on our floor which filled mine and my daughter’s room with smoke. The hallway was blanketed in smoke as well. Hotel staff stopped that quickly. Putting strict rules on a paper that was put under every door on our floor."

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in San Mateo


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in San Mateo?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in San Mateo, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in San Mateo like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in San Mateo depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on San Mateo gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in San Mateo. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


Why should I book a gay-friendly hotel in San Mateo with Expedia?


Booking with Expedia makes your holiday planning easier than ever before. Not only will you be able to enjoy a massive selection of gay-friendly hotels in San Mateo, but you can also book a flight as well. In fact, booking both through Expedia may even unlock some additional savings. Plus, you can take advantage of the Expedia Rewards program. Joining is completely free, and every booking earns you points that you can redeem later for additional discounts. Plus, you'll enjoy deep discounts on certain hotels simply by being a member.


Are gay-friendly hotels in San Mateo fully refundable?


A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in San Mateo offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.

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