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Top San Mateo 3 Star Hotels

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Relax by the rooftop pool surrounded by comfortable seating and city views.

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4314)
"Well located, clean, good sized rooms perfect for our family visit."
The price is £119
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Experience the sleek, modern design of our hotel, featuring a glass facade and beautifully landscaped surroundings.

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1916)
"Great location "
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Relax in a comfortable seating area with a polished floor and elegant chandelier.

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1481)
"Great stay! "
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Relax in the outdoor seating area with a fire pit, comfortable seating, and large umbrellas providing shade.

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1197)
"Great accommodations."
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Relax by the resort's central pool surrounded by lush palm trees and a picturesque clock tower in the background.

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2809)
"Very friendly staff, great room, and exceptional breakfast"
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Guests can enjoy a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and a brick pathway leading to a comfortable balcony.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1330)
"We had a great stay. The property was beautiful."
The price is £128
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Located on a busy street corner, the hotel features a classic architectural design with ornate balconies and a prominent entrance.

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2519)
"Great stay! "
The price is £120
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The Dylan at SFO
Relax in this serene living space with a grey sofa, floor lamp, and bookshelf.

The Dylan at SFO

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1684)
"It’s a wonderful stay!"
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Dylan at SFO
Maple Tree Inn
Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and lush greenery.

Maple Tree Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2112)
"Is a great 1 night stay, very comfortable and affordable."
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Maple Tree Inn
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Enjoy al fresco dining on the patio, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4407)
"Nice property with breakfast too"
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
Experience the sleek lobby with a long reception desk, wireframe chairs, and a striking light fixture.

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1375)
"Great place to stay "
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Enjoy a self-service dining experience with a variety of food options at our buffet.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2031)
"Nice stay - clean, freindly staff."
The price is £141
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and shaded lounge chairs.

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

3.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (2060)
"Quick and affordable, all around great place. "
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
Welcome to our hotel's reception area, featuring a minimalist design with a central reception desk and comfortable seating areas.

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1012)
"This is a great hotel. They had a great breakfast."
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center
Experience the city from a new height with panoramic views of the downtown area from this high-rise building's spacious balcony.

Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1069)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast in the morning was very much worth getting up for 😋"
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating options.

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1131)
"Amazing place, would come back for sure "
The price is £114
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Relax in style with plush sofas and armchairs in our elegant lobby.

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2808)
"Great place to stay"
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a high ceiling, large windows, and comfortable seating areas with sofas and chairs.

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1574)
"Enjoyed our stay "
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Relax in the serene outdoor patio, surrounded by lush plants and a central decorative feature, with comfortable seating areas under umbrellas.

Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1019)
"Awesome stay, close to everything."
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Hotel Julian
Two single beds with white linens, each with a wooden headboard, are flanked by pillows.

Hotel Julian

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (360)
"The hotel was clean and the staff were friendly. The location of the hotel was also ideal for our tastes. "
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Julian
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is £184 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£184
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian

10/10 Excellent
"This will be my go to hotel for anytime I need to stay near downtown San Francisco. The staff were nice, the restaurant and bar was nice to have in its place. The staff were very helpful too. The site does have only one elevator, but you are not waiting for it for long. "
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Mateo?
Expedia travellers recommend Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO, an IHG Hotel. It comes with WiFi and front desk services, and is around 2 mi north of central San Mateo. Stone Villa Inn is another well-liked 3-star hotel. Located approximately 2 mi southeast of downtown, it offers a cafe and premium bedding.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in San Mateo?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Mateo?
Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in San Mateo. On top of comfy surroundings, these cost-effective properties include a variety of welcome amenities like WiFi, tea or coffee maker and on-site gym. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with upscale features such as a wellness centre, outdoor or indoor swimming pool and spacious rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel category or budget, Expedia has the right option for you.