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Top 10 San Mateo hotels and places to stay

Where to stay in San Mateo

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

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San Mateo Travel Info

Best neighborhoods
Shoreview, East San Mateo and North Central
Number of hotels
5,501
Highest price
CA $1,023
Lowest price
CA $81
Known attractions
Coyote Point Park, Hiller Aviation Museum and CuriOdyssey
Hotels with family-friendly amenities
25
Hotels with hot tubs
28

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 traveler reviews include Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo and Best Western Coyote Point Inn. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Mateo.

Hillsdale is one of the city's most popular neighborhoods.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in San Mateo?

3BD House Near Golden Gate Park !: This vacation home rental outside of San Mateo offers a balcony, a garden, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop. You can relax into your vacation with a selection of games and a spa tub. See all vacation rentals in San Mateo.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Mateo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Mateo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to San Mateo?

For more information about updating your trip to San Mateo or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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, an IHG Hotel is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and a 24-hour fitness center. Another top choice for your stay on the cheap is Best Western Coyote Point Inn. View all budget hotels in San Mateo.

What's the best hotel for a family trip to San Mateo?

San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. San Mateo SFO Airport Hotel is another good option for your family trip. Attractions like Coyote Point Park and The San Mateo Japanese Garden are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in San Mateo.

What's the best hotel for a romantic vacation to San Mateo?

San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport is a favorite 4-star hotel for couples, and features premium bedding and bathrobes. Another good option for a romantic stay is Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO. See all romantic hotels in San Mateo.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in San Mateo?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO, an IHG Hotel is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Best Western Coyote Point Inn and Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo are two other good choices for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in San Mateo.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation 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 choices to stay with your pet include Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport and Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Mateo.

Where is the best hotel to stay close to San Mateo County Event Center?

San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4-star hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from San Mateo County Event Center. Other good options close by include The Catrina by Kasa and Stone Villa Inn.

What about the best place to stay near Hillsdale Shopping Center?

One of the top choices for your stay is The Catrina by Kasa, located a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Hillsdale Shopping Center, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Stone Villa Inn and Hillsdale Inn are two other good choices in the immediate area.

What's the best accommodation to stay near the beach in San Mateo?

San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport is a top beach hotel with a snack bar and Smart TVs, and it's located close to Lakeshore Park Beach. Other good options to stay near the beach include Courtyard by Marriott San Mateo Foster City and Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO. See more stays near the beach in San Mateo.

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