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Our top choices for San Mateo motels

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a building with a white facade.

1. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,686 reviews)
"Convenient to SFO. Friendly staff."
United States
Renee
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

2. Silicon Valley Inn

Silicon Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Belmont
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (728 reviews)
"Everything was good and clean, I personally love this place for the prices and for the easy check in process"
United States
Jason
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Silicon Valley Inn
A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, a checkered floor, and framed pictures on the wall.

3. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,129 reviews)
"Great place for the night stay!"
United States
David
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
LiA Hotel
A staircase leading to a building with a white railing, surrounded by greenery and a playground.

4. Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood

Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.6 out of 10, Good, (456 reviews)
"Nice property"
United States
Howard
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a microwave, a hanging coat rack, and a painting of the Golden Gate Bridge.

5. Hotel Belmont

Hotel Belmont
2.5 star property
Belmont
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (284 reviews)
"Amazing stay."
United States
Mario
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Belmont
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

6. Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
2.5 star property
San Bruno
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (959 reviews)
"Great place to stay, comfy room and beds Allot of nice places to eat near by too Altogether a nice place to stay"
United States
Lethe
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
A patio area with outdoor seating and blue umbrellas.

7. Redwood Creek Inn

Redwood Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Roosevelt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (697 reviews)
"Location, Staff, Parking : We like a lot. thank you!!"
United States
Hanson
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Redwood Creek Inn
A covered walkway with potted plants and a view of a street.

8. San Carlos Inn

San Carlos Inn
2.0 star property
San Carlos
7.2 out of 10, Good, (396 reviews)
"That only thing that I like it. was they have Parking But it wasn't clean And didn't provide any shampoo or soap."
United States
Leonel Jimenez
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
San Carlos Inn
A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a glass coffee table, two wooden chairs, a patterned rug, and a potted plant.

9. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
2.0 star property
South San Francisco
6.0 out of 10, (4,137 reviews)
"Excellent and cheap for the stay"
United States
TULUKINGA
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
A vending machine with snacks and drinks, a red door, and a window with blinds.

10. Regency Inn SFO Airport

Regency Inn SFO Airport
2.0 star property
San Bruno
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good spot, great price… so close to airport."
United States
Rebeca
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Regency Inn SFO Airport
A beach with rocky terrain and a clear view of the ocean.

11. Sea Breeze Motel

Sea Breeze Motel
2.0 star property
Rockaway Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (323 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay and are already planning dates for our return!"
United States
Holly
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Sea Breeze Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a door.

12. Sequoia Inn

Sequoia Inn
2.0 star property
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
6.8 out of 10, (743 reviews)
"Dirty towels , holes in bathroom walls, feels unsafe"
United States
diane
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Sequoia Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and artwork on the walls.

13. Budget Inn Redwood City

Budget Inn Redwood City
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
6.4 out of 10, (587 reviews)
"I was not to happy they need to improve some thing like don't have electric plug to c charge my cellular the bathing tub they look clean ."
United States
elena
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Budget Inn Redwood City
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a coffee maker, and a TV.

14. Deluxe Inn

Deluxe Inn
2.5 star property
South San Francisco
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (306 reviews)
"Renovation"
United States
Kristi
The price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Deluxe Inn
A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and surrounding tall trees.

15. The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Helpful Front desk staff and good value"
United States
Devon
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
The Palo Alto Inn
A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

16. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,473 reviews)
"Good place to stay for a night!"
United States
Trae
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
A television set on a wooden cabinet with a microwave on top.

17. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
5.6 out of 10, (44 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. Perfect for solo trips where you need to sleep somewhere. "
United States
Carlos
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Capri Motel
A room with a TV, two blue chairs, a small table, and a painting of the ocean.

18. Americana Inn

Americana Inn
2.5 star property
South San Francisco
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (331 reviews)
"Cool, retro rooms, and everything worked and need was comfortable. Was disappointed no breakfast and no shuttle to airport."
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Americana Inn
Two beds with white and blue bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

19. Mylo Hotel

Mylo Hotel
2.5 star property
Daly City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Safe, clean, quiet and I was able to park right outside of my room."
United States
Roger
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Mylo Hotel
An indoor courtyard with a stone floor, a round table with chairs, and potted plants.

20. Airport Inn

Airport Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown South San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"One of the best places I’ve stayed in SF area"
United States
Saikiran
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Airport Inn
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, very clean and spacious rooms"
Anton 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Find out more about San Mateo

San Mateo Motels information

Number of reviews
13,187
Accommodation
103 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$115
Highest Price
AU$248

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 Chase Center and Oracle Park 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. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North is located 11.5 km from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the self-parking (surcharge), and freebies including WiFi and an airport shuttle. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central San Mateo is 4.1 mi (6.5 km) away. Inn on Broadway: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 17 mi (27.3 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Motel 6 Hayward, CA – Silicon Valley Gateway: Central San Mateo is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) away. 2 restaurants and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay: 17.4 mi (27.9 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, parking and terrace.
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, Chase Center and Oracle Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Coyote Point Park, Sawyer Camp Trail and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: CuriOdyssey, Parkside Aquatic Park and Ice Center at San Mateo.
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.

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