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Featured Motels in San Mateo

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Lobby

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

2.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (2500)
"Bed was extremely comfy and very convenient location. "
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Lobby

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2111)
"Nice place very friendly staff"
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
The Palo Alto Inn
Outdoor banquet area

The Palo Alto Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (898)
"Comfortable bed, great shower. Staff is remarkably nice. The whole place shows thoughtful touches often absent from other motels. I would stay here again without hesitation. "
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Palo Alto Inn
LiA Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

LiA Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great location always a nice etay"
LiA Hotel
Travel Inn
Room, 1 King Bed

Travel Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (966)
"Great place"
Travel Inn
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Exterior

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1178)
"Great place to stay."
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
Exterior

Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Had a good time there"
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
Surf Motel
Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed | Living area

Surf Motel

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Great place"
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Surf Motel
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
Exterior

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Love everything about this place "
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
Mylo Hotel
Property entrance

Mylo Hotel

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Close to all major attractions in the bay area."
Mylo Hotel
Heritage Inn Express Hayward
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Heritage Inn Express Hayward

2.0 star property
5.6 out of 10, (1001)
"Front desk was super helpful and I needed to stay an extra night and the hotel staff made extremely easy to process the additions night. Hotel was quiet which was great as well"
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Heritage Inn Express Hayward
Inn on Broadway
Exterior

Inn on Broadway

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (649)
"It was nice"
Inn on Broadway
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Excellent hotel accommodations"
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
Property entrance

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (914)
"It is nice for the price."
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood
Reception

Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (296)
"Staff is great"
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood
County Inn
Pool

County Inn

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Great service 👍 spacious parking lot 👍 "
County Inn
Bay Bridge Inn
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Bay Bridge Inn

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"It was okay for a short stay "
The price is AU$273
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Bay Bridge Inn
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
Front of property

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (606)
"Good affordable place to stay to catch an early flight. "
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
Lombard Plaza Motel
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Lombard Plaza Motel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice stay in budget "
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Lombard Plaza Motel
Motel 6 Hayward, CA – Silicon Valley Gateway
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Hayward, CA – Silicon Valley Gateway

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Very quiet and plenty of parking."
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Motel 6 Hayward, CA – Silicon Valley Gateway
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent staff. Best location for my business travel. "
Lisa 5-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Mateo?
As you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in San Mateo. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in San Mateo, as well as Pier 39 and Chase Center in the area.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. The word "motel" was invented in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
What are the best motels in San Mateo?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City is located 6.6 km from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North: Free WiFi and a free airport shuttle are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central San Mateo is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) away. Surf Motel: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 17.5 mi (28.1 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Bay Bridge Inn: Central San Mateo is 15.5 mi (24.9 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and concierge services are available during your stay. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto: 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the fitness centre, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in San Mateo?
In this family-friendly area, you can explore the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. People visiting San Mateo have good things to say about the festivals. Favourite places in and around San Mateo include San Francisco Bay, Pier 39 and Chase Center. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Coyote Point Park, JoinVille Park and Los Prados Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: CuriOdyssey, The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Parkside Aquatic Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Mateo?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Mateo to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around San Mateo while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around San Mateo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city centre. You can also search for flights into San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop on a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.