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22 Feb - 23 Feb
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23 Feb - 24 Feb
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27 Feb - 1 Mar
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6 Mar - 8 Mar

Our top choices for San Mateo 3-star hotels

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Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
South San Francisco
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,735 reviews)
"Great food, clean room, great service!"
United States
Shruti
The price is ฿2,737
฿3,239 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (5,316 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jorge
The price is ฿3,708
฿4,364 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Exterior

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 star property
Bayfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,639 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff"
United States
Maximo Guillermo
The price is ฿2,329
฿2,648 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Lobby

The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,126 reviews)
"Historic older property but well maintained in the heart of San Francisco."
United States
Ellen
The Pickwick Hotel
Terrace/patio

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
Ingold - Milldale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,827 reviews)
"The staff were helpful and friendly during my stay! I would stay here again! "
United States
Mirian
The price is ฿4,468
฿5,038 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Front of property

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,830 reviews)
"great hotel, well designed, comfortable beds, easy access to the bart and aiport"
United States
Alan
The Dylan at SFO
Lobby

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
3.0 star property
Airport District
5.6 out of 10, (2,258 reviews)
"Hotel is terrible "
United States
Oscar
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Exterior

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3.0 star property
Millbrae
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,060 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
John Aldrane
The price is ฿2,961
฿3,426 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Lobby sitting area

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
Union Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,188 reviews)
"Great staff, amazing location and comfortable room."
United States
Karla
The price is ฿2,633
฿3,109 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Exterior

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
Millbrae
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,256 reviews)
"Great place! "
United States
Jon
The price is ฿3,531
฿4,059 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Aloft San Francisco Airport
Lobby lounge

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
San Antonio
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"I always stay here when in Oakland. Beautiful location on the estuary. View of San Francisco. Clean, nicely appointed lobby and rooms."
United States
Linda
The price is ฿4,468
฿5,192 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn
3.0 star property
Sunnyvale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,643 reviews)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Yolanda
Maple Tree Inn
View from room

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable and great location!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ฿5,261
฿6,088 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Lobby sitting area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
3.0 star property
Millbrae
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,574 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly front desk employees, a great affordable place to stay "
United States
Joel
The price is ฿3,913
฿4,498 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,004 reviews)
"Check-in and check-out went smoothly with staff, clean rooms and overall nice hotel. "
United States
Giovanna
The price is ฿5,257
฿6,187 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Lobby

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
3.0 star property
Airport District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,670 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Martha
The price is ฿3,204
฿3,723 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
Exterior

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
3.0 star property
Oyster Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,980 reviews)
"I love this hotel :)"
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿2,986
฿3,573 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Gazebo

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fremont / Silicon Valley

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fremont / Silicon Valley
3.0 star property
Bayside
6.8 out of 10, (1,449 reviews)
"Hotel is a little outdated but it was clean. Clean room, clean sheets and towels. Smart tv was a plus! The front desk staff was super friendly as well. Would stay here again. "
United States
Karina
The price is ฿2,157
฿2,373 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fremont / Silicon Valley
Exterior

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff, super comfortable beds, great showers, clean, and organized. I would definitely stay here again. "
United States
Stacie
The price is ฿6,190
฿7,149 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
Emeryville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,375 reviews)
"Great place. Would stay again. "
United States
Irie
The price is ฿4,106
฿4,955 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco

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The price is ฿5,568 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
฿5,568
฿7,983 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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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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Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were helpful and friendly during my stay! I would stay here again! "
Mirian 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Mateo?
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO, an IHG Hotel, around 2 kilometres north of downtown San Mateo, is an Expedia guest favourite. WiFi and a restaurant are just two of its amenities. Stone Villa Inn is another 3-star hotel that gets great reviews from travellers. It features premium bedding and a cafe, and is approximately 2 kilometres southeast of the city centre.
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?
The most obvious difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in San Mateo is the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. 3-star hotels are typically more economical and come with the services and conveniences required for your comfort, such as a gym, WiFi and breakfast. You can expect a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale interiors, deluxe bathroom products and extras like on-site spa centres.