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Top hotels and accommodation in San Mateo

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

3.0 star property
East San Mateo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"The room was very clean and spacious"
United States
Joandra
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

2.5 star property
East San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1252)
"Rooms were clean and comfortable"
United States
Mahesh
Travelling with small children
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

The Catrina Hotel

2.5 star property
South San Mateo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (922)
"The room was nice and clean."
United States
Jesus
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Catrina Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

3.0 star property
East San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Very clean room and hotel."
United States
Mary
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

3.0 star property
East San Mateo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great size room with a home away from home feeling."
United States
Lisa
Travelling with small children
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

3.0 star property
East San Mateo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (817)
"Very clean and spacious bedroom."
United States
Mariela
Travelling with small children
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Inn@Bayshore

3.0 star property
East San Mateo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Everything was great room was clean staff was friendly just wish dining was closer"
United States
Guy
Travelling with family
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Inn@Bayshore

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

2.5 star property
East San Mateo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (938)
"Convenient location, clean facilities, helpful to have a kitchen with easy to access supplies from front desk and very quiet."
United States
Jose
Travelling solo
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

2.0 star property
East San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"This is a very clean comfortable property! "
United States
Serena
The price is AU$503
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

2.0 star property
Central San Mateo
The price is AU$720
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

Good Nite Inn Fremont

2.0 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"The room was very clean"
United States
Richard
Travelling solo
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Good Nite Inn Fremont

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

3.0 star property
Hayward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1078)
"Also, found a really great Chinese restaurant close by, Tasty Szechuan restaurant. "
United States
Richard A,
Travelling for business
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

3.5 star property
Sunnyvale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The rooms were really clean and very comfortable!"
United States
Franchesca
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

Maple Tree Inn

3.0 star property
Sunnyvale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2454)
"the rooms are beautiful, clean, and well maintained"
United States
HENRY
Travelling solo
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Maple Tree Inn

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

2.5 star property
San Leandro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2275)
"The room was spacious and clean"
United States
sandra
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Ameswell Hotel

4.5 star property
Mountain View
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1127)
"Modern, immaculately clean rooms, excellent in room coffee and tea, lovely pool and grounds and welcoming staff."
United States
Kenneth
Travelling for leisure and business
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
The Ameswell Hotel

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

5.0 star property
Mountain View
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1174)
"The rooms were very clean and inviting!"
United States
Alana
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

2.5 star property
Downtown Oakland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"Room was clean and comfortable"
United States
Dan
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

2.5 star property
Jackson Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (950)
"Room was clean, convenient location."
United States
Michelle
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.0 star property
Emeryville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1175)
"The room was a good size and clean."
United States
Tonetta
Travelling solo
The price is AU$257
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
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Our guide on where to stay in San Mateo

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

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

Central San Mateo

If you're spending some time in Central San Mateo, The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 are top sights worth seeing.

Shoreview

If you're spending some time in Shoreview, San Francisco Bay and Poplar Creek Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

South San Mateo

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

North Central

While North Central isn't home to many top sights, The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Poplar Creek Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stay near popular San Mateo attractions

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 Centre for retail therapy after farmers market visits.

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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 traveller 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.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that San Mateo has to offer?
Large and Cozy Home 2BD 2BA Near SF: This holiday home rental outside of San Mateo comes with free WiFi so that you can feel at home during your trip. See all vacation rentals in San Mateo.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Mateo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Mateo.
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 travellers who want a more economical choice, and features free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. 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 family accommodation in 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. Also, attractions such as Coyote Point Park and The San Mateo Japanese Garden are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in San Mateo.
What's the best LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in San Mateo?
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free Wi-Fi 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 stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in San Mateo.
What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in San Mateo?
The Catrina Hotel is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers laundry facilities along with free WiFi for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet's trip include Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo and Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Mateo.
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.
What are some hotels with pools in San Mateo?
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG: Hotel located near Moscone Convention Center. Provides 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 feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in San Mateo.
What is staying in San Mateo like?
Families will find child-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. Chase Center, Oracle Park and Pier 39 are some of the top sights around the area. In San Mateo, there are 92 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about San Mateo.
What should I do while I'm visiting San Mateo?
Cultural venues include Coyote Point Park and CuriOdyssey. Natural beauty is on display at San Francisco Bay, The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Sawyer Camp Trail. Additionally, you'll find Chase Center and Oracle Park in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San Mateo guide.
What's the best way to get around San Mateo?
If you want to travel outside the area, take 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 in San Mateo?
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.

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