Title: San Mateo Travel Guide: Best of San Mateo, Manta Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in San Mateo](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Mateo-Hotels.d553248635975863426.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in San Mateo](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Mateo-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635975863426.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[San Mateo Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-San-Mateo.d553248635975863426.Car-Hire-Guide)[San Mateo Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Mateo.d553248635975863426.Holidays-City-Breaks) # San Mateo Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ## Visit San Mateo Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975863426) - Top hotels in San Mateo - Top Holiday Rentals in San Mateo ![Oro Verde Manta](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/486500/486448/766b0365_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oro Verde Manta Calle 23, Av. Malecon Manta Manabi £104 3 Mar - 4 Mar Stay at this luxury hotel in Manta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (685 reviews) Very clean rooms, excellent complementary breakfast in a wonderful surroundings Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=486448&PinnedHotelID=486448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863426) ![Wyndham Manta Sail Plaza Hotel & Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17800000/17793100/17793054/986c84a3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Manta Sail Plaza Hotel & Convention Center Via Barbasquillo junto a Mykonos Manta Manabi £100 21 Feb - 22 Feb Stay at this luxury hotel in Manta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Plaza La Quadra and Umiña Tennis Club are located ... 7.8/10 Good! (366 reviews) Gabriel at the front desk was extremely helpful and pleasant to work with. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=17793054&PinnedHotelID=17793054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863426) ![Balandra Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11890000/11881200/11881166/f1397fc6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Balandra Hotel Avenida 7 Calle 20 Manta £90 21 Feb - 22 Feb Stay at this spa hotel in Manta. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (199 reviews) breakfast great Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=11881166&PinnedHotelID=11881166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863426) [See all 157 properties in San Mateo](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635975863426) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![ZAMFAR Vacaciones](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109010000/109000100/109000015/e72aac34_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ZAMFAR Vacaciones Km 1, Avenida 5 Manta Manabí Stay at this apartment in Manta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Plaza La Quadra and Umiña Tennis Club are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews) Excelente propiedad, una pena que no se puedan utilizar los amenities del hotel y se tenga que pagar aparte, de lado eso, todo perfecto Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Hotels-ZAMFAR-Vacaciones.h109000015.Hotel-Information) ![Puerto Madera Apartamentos](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103990000/103983100/103983010/135648c5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Puerto Madera Apartamentos Los Gavilanes Manta Manabí Stay at this apartment in Manta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Umiña Tennis Club and Plaza La Quadra are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews) The shower was either too hot or too cold. Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Hotels-Puerto-Madera-Apartamentos.h103983010.Hotel-Information) ![PRIVILEGED LOCATION in Barbasquillo! 2-bedroom apt. with AC, balcony, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112390000/112382500/112382414/569f2e1c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### PRIVILEGED LOCATION in Barbasquillo! 2-bedroom apt. with AC, balcony, WiFi Manta Manabí Stay at this apartment in Manta. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and air conditioning. Popular attractions Plaza La Quadra and Umiña Tennis Club are located ... 2/10 (2 reviews) Horrible Plumbing problems. Payment problems. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check San Mateo hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863426&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15)[14 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863426&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863426&startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16)[15 Feb - 16 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863426&startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863426&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863426&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Mall del Pacífico You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall del Pacífico during your visit to Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mall-Del-Pacifico-Manta.d794683002800848896.Attraction) #### Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi Walk around the campus at Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi during your stay in Manta. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Universidad-Laica-Eloy-Alfaro-De-Manabi-Manta.d6287358.Attraction) #### Manta Port Explore the waterfront in Manta with a trip to Manta Port. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Port-Manta.d6287354.Attraction) #### Avenida Malecón After visiting Avenida Malecón, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Avenida-Malecon-Manta.d794680721946722304.Attraction) #### Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard Enjoy an outing to Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard during your stay in Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playita-Mia-Artisanal-Shipyard-Manta.d860818683440693248.Attraction) #### Manabí Fisherman Statue You can find out about the history of Manta with a stop at Manabí Fisherman Statue. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manabi-Fisherman-Statue-Manta.d553248621532375292.Attraction) ### Things to do ![cacao exhibition](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46940594/44009a48-9668-4a98-80cd-1c0a87d1abd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chocolate & Coffee farm Cruiseship Tour in Manta £84 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chocolate-coffee-farm-cruiseship-tour-in-manta.a46940594.activity-details) ![Real Montecristi hats](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2054972/a6a6a517-c63b-4ef2-8c4c-3ecc18cf340b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manta's highlights & Montecristi Hats £55 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mantas-highlights-montecristi-hats.a2054972.activity-details) ![The ultimate Cocoa farm experience ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4774559/d853b790-d749-464d-9a17-c3f7d0432941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The ultimate Cocoa farm experience £80 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-ultimate-cocoa-farm-experience.a4774559.activity-details) ![Mother nature at her best](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2096970/9e0f6dfb-41c9-433a-8a76-b405001e09bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rainforest Wildlife, Panama Hat makers, Traditional Cuisine. SHORE TOUR £80 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rainforest-wildlife.a2096970.activity-details) ![Panama Hat Maker, Artisan goods, Museum, Beachfront local Cuisine. SHORE TOUR](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2096969/81bc6883-0188-4766-80c5-beef3b6a5388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Panama Hat Maker, Artisan goods, Museum, Beachfront local Cuisine. SHORE TOUR £80 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/panama-hat-maker.a2096969.activity-details) ![Cacao](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1704988/1d0dca40-2148-4e39-8a56-c8a96192533a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Cacao to Chocolate: Private Tour in Manta £129 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-cacao-to-chocolate-private-tour-in-manta.a1704988.activity-details) [See all activities in San Mateo](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Mateo.d553248635975863426.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near San Mateo ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app