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Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
4.0 star property
2.1 mi from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,931 reviews)
"Convenient location close to the airport. The hotel was nice and excellent staff."
United States
Shawna
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
17.7 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,236 reviews)
"Great place! "
United States
michael
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
The Ameswell Hotel

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
11.8 mi from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,389 reviews)
"The staff was excelent with us and good food."
United States
Walkiria
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
17.7 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice stay "
United States
Marsela
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
17.5 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,376 reviews)
"Loved location, kind staff, parking, clean and comfy rooms plus a decent breakfast!"
United States
Debra
The price is £152
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
2.4 mi from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,502 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean, Starbucks onsite, and great breakfast choices."
United States
Fritz Lou
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
16.9 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,330 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff. "
United States
Aishwarya
The price is £115
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
14.4 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,739 reviews)
"I had a great stay!"
United States
Steve
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Creekside Inn

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
15 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,450 reviews)
"Excellent hotel "
United States
Alexis
The price is £192
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
4 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,260 reviews)
"Great place"
Canada
Mark
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Aloft San Francisco Airport

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
7 mi from Downtown San Mateo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,755 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jeff
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
4.0 star property
7.2 mi from Downtown San Mateo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,215 reviews)
"clean and nice stay"
United States
kathleen
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd

Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
16.2 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. "
United States
Dave
The price is £134
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Galleria Park Hotel

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
17.5 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,848 reviews)
"Staff is really nice and rooms are always clean "
United States
Gina
The price is £162
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
2.5 star property
6.7 mi from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,735 reviews)
"Always great staying here while traveling for work, the receptionists and housekeepers are all great! "
United States
Mourine
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
3.0 star property
4.1 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,847 reviews)
"The place was cozy, super clean and coffee was the best ever."
United States
Aurora
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
The Dylan at SFO

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
5.9 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,611 reviews)
"The location, clean room and friendly staff would stay here again"
United States
Allyson
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Hotel Aura SFO

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
17.4 mi from Downtown San Mateo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,564 reviews)
"Perfect location and friendly staff Would go again"
United Kingdom
Mrs Meeta
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda

Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
2.5 star property
11.9 mi from Downtown San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, food is excellent and staff are helpful"
United States
Juvy V
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
17.5 mi from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,511 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Ramona
The price is £146
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
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Where to stay in Downtown San Mateo

Find the best Downtown San Mateo areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Fisherman's Wharf

This waterfront neighborhood dates back to the gold rush era and is a hub for tourist activities, sea lions and seafood restaurants.

Union Square

Fashion puts on its finest face in one of the country’s largest shopping plazas.

Downtown San Francisco

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

North Beach

Better known as Little Italy, this neighborhood was once a hotspot for counterculture and features an array of bars, jazz clubs, galleries and cafés.

Nob Hill

Examine architecturally significant buildings, visit the Cable Car Museum and enjoy magnificent views of greater San Francisco in this affluent district.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Downtown San Mateo that travellers recommend?
Two of the best hotels in Downtown San Mateo that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are the Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport and The Catrina Hotel. Both are highly rated and offer great convenience for travellers.

The Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport, with an 8.8 rating, is praised for its friendly and helpful staff, comfortable and clean rooms, and a great location. Guests particularly enjoy the good and amazing free buffet breakfast. Free and easy parking is also a convenient feature. It is located near attractions such as CuriOdyssey and Coyote Point Park.

Another highly recommended option is The Catrina Hotel, which has an 8.2 rating. Guests frequently compliment the comfortable and clean rooms, along with the friendly staff. Its excellent location is often highlighted, as is the free and easy parking and accessible parking options. The hotel is close to Bay Meadows Park and Hillsdale Shopping Centre.

The 3-star Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG, rated 7.8, is another good choice. This hotel offers spacious and clean rooms, and the staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful. It provides convenient access to the surrounding areas, and guests appreciate the good neighbourhood. The hotel also features 24-hour fitness facilities.
What are the best family hotels in Downtown San Mateo?
For family-friendly accommodation in Downtown San Mateo, consider the Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport and the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG.

The Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport, with an 8.8 rating, is much-loved by families. Guests frequently mention the comfortable and clean rooms, the friendly and helpful staff, and the amazing free breakfast. The hotel offers sofa beds, cribs free of charge, and connecting rooms, providing flexibility for families. It is also conveniently located near attractions such as CuriOdyssey, only 1.2 km away, and Coyote Point Park, just 1.1 km away.

Another great option is the 3-star Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG, which has a 7.8 rating. This hotel offers spacious and clean rooms, and the staff are often praised for being friendly and helpful. Families will appreciate amenities such as kids' meals, sofa beds, and free WiFi. It is located in a good neighbourhood, with Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 just 1.4 km away and Shoreview Park 1.9 km away.
What hotels in Downtown San Mateo offer free breakfast?
For hotels in Downtown San Mateo that offer complimentary breakfast, the Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport is an excellent choice.

This hotel, with an 8.8 rating, provides a wonderful free buffet breakfast, ensuring a great start to your day. Guests often praise the comfortable and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. The hotel also offers free wired and wireless internet access. Its location is convenient for exploring nearby attractions such as CuriOdyssey, just 1.2 km away, and Coyote Point Park, which is 1.1 km away. Additionally, free and easy parking is a welcome convenience for travellers.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Downtown San Mateo?
For top pet-friendly hotels in Downtown San Mateo, consider The Catrina Hotel.

The Catrina Hotel, with an 8.2 rating, is an excellent choice for travellers with pets, specifically dogs. Guests frequently comment on the comfortable and clean rooms, as well as the free and easy parking available. The staff are often described as friendly and helpful. Its location is considered excellent, and it is conveniently located near Bay Meadows Park, Fiesta Meadows Park, and Paddock Park, all within 1.3 kilometres, offering lovely green spaces for walks with your dog.
What are the best budget hotels in Downtown San Mateo?
For budget-friendly accommodation in Downtown San Mateo, consider the Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport, the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG, or The Catrina Hotel.

The Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport, with an 8.8 rating, is highly praised by guests for its friendly and helpful staff, comfortable and clean rooms, and a good, even amazing, breakfast. Free toiletries, free cribs, and free wired internet are also available. It is conveniently located near attractions such as CuriOdyssey and Coyote Point Park.

The 3-star Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG, rated 7.8, offers spacious and clean rooms, along with friendly and helpful staff. Guests appreciate its convenient location and exceptional customer service. Free WiFi and wired internet are provided, and it is close to Shoreview Park and Central Park.

Another excellent choice is The Catrina Hotel, which has an 8.2 rating. Guests frequently mention the comfortable and clean rooms, along with the friendly and nice staff. It provides free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, and free self-parking. The hotel is well-located near Bay Meadows Park and Central Park.
What are the best hotels in Downtown San Mateo near San Francisco Bay?
For hotels in Downtown San Mateo, near San Francisco Bay, consider the Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport or the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG.

The Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport, with an 8.8 rating, is praised by guests for its friendly and helpful staff, comfortable and clean rooms, and good breakfast. It is also conveniently located near CuriOdyssey and Coyote Point Park.

Another option is the 3-star Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG, rated 7.8. This hotel offers spacious and clean rooms, with guests frequently commending the friendly and helpful staff. It provides free WiFi and is located in a nice neighbourhood, with Shoreview Park nearby.
When is the best time to go to Downtown San Mateo?
The best time to go to Downtown San Mateo is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) months when the weather is most pleasant.

During these periods, you'll experience mild temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C, with less chance of rain compared to the winter months. This makes it ideal for exploring the outdoor attractions and enjoying the city's parks and walking areas. The San Mateo Central Park is particularly enjoyable during these times, with its Japanese Tea Garden and rose garden in bloom.

For couples looking for a relaxed getaway, these months offer comfortable conditions for dining outdoors at the many restaurants along B Street and 3rd Avenue, or for strolling through the downtown shops. The comfortable weather allows for leisurely exploration of the area without the heat of summer or the chill of winter.

Business travellers will also find these seasons convenient. The mild weather ensures comfortable commutes and pleasant evenings for networking or unwinding after meetings.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Downtown San Mateo.
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How much is the nightly rate at a Downtown San Mateo hotel?
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