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Our top choices for San Mateo hostels

1. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (477 reviews)
"Easy to check. Clean and nice place"
United States
Frankie
The price is CA $83
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

2. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (484 reviews)
"Very very satisfied with the cost of stay, location, overall amenities and the very accommodating staff. The place is very close to everything and is located in a very safe location. Highly recommended!"
United States
Dennis
The price is CA $124
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

3. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (407 reviews)
"Overall great experience. Nice folks, fun areas nearby to walk to. I would stay here again and recommend."
United States
Casey
The price is CA $135
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (256 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is CA $104
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Amsterdam Hostel

5. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
The price is CA $92
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Orange Village Hostel

6. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (659 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is CA $114
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Adelaide Hostel

7. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (724 reviews)
"Really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Patrons were fine in common spaces. Really nice bathroom, recently renovated. Would book again."
United States
Gregory
The price is CA $63
CA $75 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
European Hostel
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Number of reviews
2,626
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
CA $75
Highest Price
CA $157

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Mateo?
Our guests like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator at this hotel. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 20 inches.
What is there to see and do in San Mateo?
In general, San Mateo is known for its festivals, restaurants, and sports. Major attractions include San Francisco Bay, Chase Center, and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places like Coyote Point Park, Sawyer Camp Trail, and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. Cultural attractions include CuriOdyssey, Hiller Aviation Museum, and SFO Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around San Mateo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Mateo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit during your trip. To check out more of the area, take a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station.

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