Hotels in San Mateo, CA

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San Mateo, CA, United States
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San Mateo, CA, United States
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Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:November
Average price in San Mateo:$153/night
Cheapest price found:$53/night
Cheapest day:Saturday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
$127 - $178
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$131 - $216
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hotels in San Mateo, California

Discover affordable stays in San Mateo that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in San Mateo can be found for as low as $105 per night. There is currently one property in San Mateo that can be booked for this price. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Sfo, An IHG Hotel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in San Mateo. Price data was last updated on March 29, 2024
Out of the hotels in San Mateo we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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330 North Bayshore Boulevard, San Mateo, CA, United States
1.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$105
Avg. per night
2000 Bridgepointe Circle, San Mateo, CA, United States
2.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$146
Avg. per night
1770 South Amphlett Boulevard, San Mateo, CA, United States
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$195
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in San Mateo

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in San Mateo to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in San Mateo at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on March 29, 2024.
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1770 South Amphlett Boulevard, San Mateo, CA, United States

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Where to stay in San Mateo

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About San Mateo

Tucked into the renowned Silicon Valley just outside San Francisco, San Mateo carves out its own unique spot within the hi-tech corridor. Diverse shopping districts, leafy parks, excellent museums and colourful gardens offer a pleasant mix of nature and culture.

Things to do in San Mateo

Parks in San Mateo are a perfect antidote for the constant technology buzz, starting with Sugarloaf Nature Area. You can hike several trails to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain for spectacular views of the San Francisco and San Mateo bridge, then head to Sea Point Park for windsurfing and kayaking.

Travelling with the family? Coyote Point Park features the CuriOdyssey science museum and zoo, where kids can engage in science experiments and wander through naturalistic wildlife habitats for golden eagles, rubber boas and dozens of native birds in the aviary. Coyote park also boasts the Magic Mountain Playground with castles and dragons.

You can have traditional afternoon tea in the Japanese Tea Garden, then explore the exotic plants, bamboo grove and koi pond. You can also stroll Filoli Gardens on Canada Road before stopping by the Hiller Aviation Museum for an insider look at a 747 cockpit, original aircraft and flight simulators.

In the evening, indulge in international cuisine at small cafes lining Old Town San Mateo, which range from Latin American to Filipino, Mexican and Southeast Asian. Pick up some tickets for live music and theatrical performances at Fox Theatre or spend an evening with Broadway-style musicals or ballet at San Mateo Performing Arts Center.

Getting around San Mateo

San Mateo benefits from the San Francisco Bay Area transit services, which include buses, trains, ferries, light rail and cable cars. Rental cars are available at San Francisco International Airport, about 10 kilometres away.

Facts about staying in San Mateo

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San Mateo to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on March 29, 2024.
  • What are the best hotels on San Mateo?

    Staying along this street will put you right in the heart of the most bustling part of San Mateo and just to the east of the downtown area. Some great hotels in San Mateo that put you in this area include The Towneplace Suites San Mateo Foster City and The Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo. These San Mateo hotels are both located on or near this street and are near the Foster City Lagoon and San Francisco Bay. You will also be quite close to a very large shopping center plus you will have easy access to Highway 92. This highway runs right through the heart of this neighborhood and can have you on the San Mateo bridge to head east across the bay or on scenic Highway 101 to head north or south in no time.

  • Are there kid friendly hotels in San Mateo?

    When traveling with kids, two things that they will often want are a pool and the ability to bring along a treasured family pet on the trip. Two cheap hotels in San Mateo that check both of these boxes of being family friendly in San Mateo include the San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport and The Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/San Mateo. Both of these kid friendly hotels in San Mateo are also just a short drive from San Mateo Central Park, which offers a playground for kids and an ice-skating rink, among other fun activities. Also close at hand are the Coyote Point Recreation Area, which offers walking trails and picnic areas, and CuriOdyssey, where kids can explore an area that is both a zoo and a science museum. It is also home to a large number of rescued animals, most of which are native to California and can no longer survive in the wild.

  • How do I find a peaceful and quiet hotel in San Mateo?

    If you are looking to book hotels in San Mateo that are in quiet neighborhoods in San Mateo and outside of the center of San Mateo, head to the north part of the town and stay at the Americas Best Value Inn San Mateo San Francisco. One of the best parts of this hotel is that it is still very close to the multiple public transportation choices operated by the Bay Area Rapid Transit System, also known as BART, which runs along Highway 82 just a few blocks to the west of the property. On top of that, this hotel is just a few blocks from the San Francisco Bay, Seal Point Park, Coyote Point Recreation Area, and the Poplar Creek Golf Course.

  • What neighborhoods in San Mateo have the best restaurants?

    By far one of the best parts of town for foodies is right in the heart of downtown San Mateo. In about an eight-block radius of this area, you will find up to 30 great restaurants to choose from, all offering a wide variety of food types and choices. The offerings include everything from simple grab-and-go offerings like sandwiches and coffee all the way up to elegant sit-down offerings that feature cuisine choices, such as seafood, Italian, Asian-inspired, and classic American fare. If you would like to find a cheap hotel in San Mateo that is close to this area, a great choice is the Stone Villa Inn, which is only about a 4-minute drive from all of these restaurants. If you prefer public transportation, you can be there in about 15 minutes on the ECR bus line.

  • What are the best hotels in San Mateo?

    San Mateo is home to many highly-rated hotels, one of which is Best Western Coyote Point Inn, which has a current rating of 8.3. For other potential stays, consider The Catrina Hotel and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Sfo, An IHG Hotel, which can also be great places to stay in San Mateo.

  • What is a good hotel near San Mateo County Event Center?

    The Catrina Hotel is a good hotel close to San Mateo County Event Center - it has scored 8.0 over 139 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in San Mateo near Hillsdale Shopping Center?

    The Catrina Hotel is the hotel close to Hillsdale Shopping Center that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 139 reviews rating it at 8.0/10.

  • How much do hotels in San Mateo cost?

    Hotels in San Mateo cost an average of $192/night, according to HotelsCombined data in the last 72 hours.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in San Mateo?

    Prices for San Mateo hotels have been found for as low as $107/night over the last 3 days.

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