What is Central San Mateo like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring San Mateo's Central San Mateo neighbourhood. Are you looking for Central San Mateo travel tips? Make sure that you visit The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Central San Mateo?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG is the highest ranked property in Central San Mateo. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre.

How many hotels will I find in the Central San Mateo area?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodation options in Central San Mateo to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Mateo area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central San Mateo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Central San Mateo.

What is there to do in this San Mateo neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Central San Mateo are The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12. While you're out sightseeing, Poplar Creek Golf Course and San Mateo County Event Center are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Mateo.

How can I get around Central San Mateo and the greater San Mateo area?

If you want to venture out of town, San Mateo Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Hayward Park Station.

The Best Hotels in Central San Mateo, San Francisco - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Central San Mateo hotels

1. @ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home Near SFO

Central San Mateo

฿12,916 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jul - 3 Jul

2. Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

Central San Mateo

฿16,255 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

3. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

3.4 km from Central San Mateo

Satish

฿4,236 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

4. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

28.2 km from Central San Mateo

Helen

฿8,120 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

5. Hotel Aura SFO

9.5 km from Central San Mateo

Peter

฿4,405 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

6. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

19.2 km from Central San Mateo

Sonya

฿3,376 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

7. Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

East San Mateo, 4.1 km from Central San Mateo

stephanie

฿4,332 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

8. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

24.7 km from Central San Mateo

Kama

฿6,909 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jul - 5 Jul

9. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

5.3 km from Central San Mateo

Benjamin

฿5,897 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

10. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

6.4 km from Central San Mateo

Gjorgi

฿4,796 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

3.7 km from Central San Mateo

marion

฿5,967 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

12. The Ameswell Hotel

28.6 km from Central San Mateo

Janiece

฿6,241 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

13. Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

28.2 km from Central San Mateo

Andrew

฿7,675 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jul - 3 Jul

14. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

11.3 km from Central San Mateo

Mustapha

฿4,635 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

21.3 km from Central San Mateo

Nicole D

฿5,207 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jul - 5 Jul

16. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

30.8 km from Central San Mateo

Barbara

฿6,259 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

17. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

24.2 km from Central San Mateo

David Corrie

฿10,014 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jul - 10 Jul

18. Hyatt Place Newark/Silicon Valley

29.6 km from Central San Mateo

Janet Yuen Man

฿2,326 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

19. Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

8.7 km from Central San Mateo

Jean

฿4,487 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

20. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

28.1 km from Central San Mateo

Ethan

฿7,013 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

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