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A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

1. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Duncan
CA $211
CA $248 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.
A modern hotel lobby with teal chairs, a large TV screen, and a decorative wall with shelves.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Maria
CA $215
CA $253 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.
A restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.

3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Union Square
United States
John
CA $224
CA $264 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.
A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, multiple seating areas, and a large wooden door.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel dining area with multiple tables set for guests, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

4. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Bayfront
United States
Kimberly
CA $172
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
A lobby with patterned carpet, blue and patterned chairs, a reception desk, and a chandelier.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a large building with multiple balconies.
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, including lounge chairs and tables, and a building with multiple balconies in the background.
The exterior of the Oakland Airport Executive Hotel with a clear sign, modern architecture, and well-maintained landscaping.

5. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Airport District
United States
Jean Mario
CA $96
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.
A heated outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a fence and a building with illuminated signs.
A marina with several yachts docked in front of a multi-story hotel with balconies.
A sign for The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay, featuring a bird and wave design.

6. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
San Leandro
United States
Sofia
CA $126
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.
A modern interior with wooden paneling, a refrigerated display, and a microwave.
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television screen.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'SONESTA' sign, surrounded by trees and a parking area.

7. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Emeryville
United States
Jerardo
CA $195
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a television, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and buildings. There is a desk with a telephone and a lamp.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and potted plants.

8. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Ingold - Milldale
United States
James
CA $200
CA $225 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with arched windows and a well-lit facade.
A spacious cafe with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a variety of seating options including tables and benches.

9. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Jesus
CA $141
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Pickwick Hotel
A modern bar area with a blue cabinet, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a grey armchair, a small round table, and a floor lamp.
A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.

10. Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Sunnyvale
United States
Jesus
CA $169
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.
A modern restaurant with high tables and chairs, a bar area, and a fireplace.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a body of water.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a wardrobe.

11. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
San Antonio
United States
Evelyn
CA $185
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a television screen.
A modern dining area with a large rectangular table surrounded by upholstered chairs, a decorative chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

12. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Greg
CA $275
CA $324 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a large TV, and a reception desk.
A restaurant with indoor seating, large windows, and a view of an outdoor pool area.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pool in the background.

13. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
Palo Alto
United States
Megan
CA $253
CA $293 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Dinah's Garden Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.
A modern cafe with yellow chairs, a bar area, and large windows.
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and lounge chairs.
A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.

14. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
Millbrae
Australia
ross
CA $191
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
A hotel with a courtyard, arched walkways, and a sign reading "Half Moon Bay Lodge".
A spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, and a fireplace. There are multiple seating areas with cushions and potted plants.
A building entrance with a wooden door, a lantern, and a planter with flowers.
An outdoor patio area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central fire pit.

15. Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge
Ocean Colony
United States
Craig
CA $276
CA $323 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Half Moon Bay Lodge
A modern hotel entrance with a covered patio, columns, and a fountain.
A room with a large window overlooking a garden with trees and a water feature.
A landscaped outdoor area with a bench, a tree, and a building with large windows.
A modern restaurant with wooden ceiling and walls, large windows, and neatly arranged tables and chairs.

16. Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
Palo Alto
United States
Julie
CA $281
CA $325 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
A modern living room with a green wall, a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a lamp.
A modern storefront with a neon sign reading "The Dylan."
An outdoor patio area with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plants.
A modern reception area with a green wall, a sofa, a lamp, and a bookshelf.

17. The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
Millbrae
United States
RAJINI
CA $177
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
The Dylan at SFO
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a seating area with modern furniture.
A spacious lobby with a staircase, a fireplace, and seating areas.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, benches, and weightlifting equipment.
A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a reception desk.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
Hayward
United States
Deva
CA $136
CA $158 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a colorful rug.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a balcony with curtains.
A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, seating areas, a reception desk, and a bar area with shelves.

19. Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Oyster Point
United States
Sheila Marie
CA $173
CA $203 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
A hotel lobby with a central reception desk, large columns, and hanging pendant lights.
A hotel entrance with a covered area, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a television.
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
The East Side
United States
Karina
CA $155
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
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CA $271 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
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CA $244 total
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CA $316 total
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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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The top 3 Stars hotels in San Mateo, San Mateo may offer some of the best discounts and rates, but these properties are anything but average. Travelers love San Mateo 3 Stars hotels for their top quality services, just-like-home amenities, and wallet-friendly prices. You can even get access to fantastic perks like delectable restaurants, so-cool cocktail bars, and spacious fitness centres.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Mateo?
Travellers in search of a comfortable and affordable San Mateo property often go for Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO, an IHG Hotel. This 3-star hotel, around 2 kilometres north of the centre, comes with blackout curtains and a restaurant. Like another idea? Located 3 kilometres northwest of downtown and including front desk services and a restaurant, Courtyard San Francisco Airport Burlingame is another go-to choice for guests.
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