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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a curved wooden balcony, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

1. Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Shoreview, 1.8 km from Downtown San Mateo

Adam Costco Visa

฿4,166 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

2. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

3.3 km from Downtown San Mateo

Jane

฿3,912 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple entry points, and a well-lit entrance.

3. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

4.3 km from Downtown San Mateo

Lamika

฿3,931 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a modern building in the background, featuring a glass door entrance, outdoor seating, and a variety of plants.

4. The Catrina Hotel

Beresford Park, 2.3 km from Downtown San Mateo

Pedro

฿3,819 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern hotel atrium with multiple levels, outdoor seating areas, and a central staircase.

5. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

4.9 km from Downtown San Mateo

gary

฿6,285 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel sign for Bay Landing Hotel with a multi-story building in the background.

6. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

5.4 km from Downtown San Mateo

Leasa

฿4,829 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

7. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

6.4 km from Downtown San Mateo

Scott

฿4,244 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A coastal hotel with a pathway leading to the water, palm trees, and a clear view of the sea.

8. Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

5.6 km from Downtown San Mateo

Clovis

฿4,070 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a high ceiling with chandeliers.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

8.5 km from Downtown San Mateo

Donald G.

฿4,486 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A La Quinta hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

12.2 km from Downtown San Mateo

Andree

฿4,633 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern reception area with a green wall, a sofa, a lamp, and a bookshelf.

11. The Dylan at SFO

6.7 km from Downtown San Mateo

Ellen

฿5,242 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A hotel lobby with blue seating, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

12. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

11.3 km from Downtown San Mateo

Mechelle

฿4,198 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a central lounge.

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

12.2 km from Downtown San Mateo

Christian

฿5,774 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

A spacious, well-lit atrium with a high ceiling and skylight, featuring a central seating area with a sofa and armchairs, surrounded by a patterned rug.

14. Hotel Aluxor SFO

10.2 km from Downtown San Mateo

Payal

฿3,905 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A modern lobby with a cityscape mural, a reception desk, seating area, and a door with blinds.

15. Hotel Skye SFO

10.1 km from Downtown San Mateo

Yelizaveta

฿4,089 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A reception area with a counter, two patterned chairs, a yellow ottoman, and a large blue potted plant.

16. Hotel Aura SFO

9.6 km from Downtown San Mateo

Pam

฿4,154 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.

17. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

26.6 km from Downtown San Mateo

Huy

฿3,693 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, dining area with tables and chairs, and a decorative light fixture.

18. Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

8.8 km from Downtown San Mateo

HomerH

฿4,046 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and seating areas.

19. Hotel Nova SFO

11.2 km from Downtown San Mateo

Yahaira

฿4,937 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

An outdoor patio with modern seating, a fire feature, and string lights.

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North

12.3 km from Downtown San Mateo

John

฿4,849 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown San Mateo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,422 reviews	View
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 3,267 reviews	View
The Catrina Hotel	2.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,073 reviews	View
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG	3.5 star property	8.0 Very good 3,063 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,647 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families in Downtown San Mateo

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

East San Mateo

฿4,166 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

Where to stay in Downtown San Mateo

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A cityscape with tall buildings, a central plaza with palm trees, and a flag on one of the buildings.

Union Square

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

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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 Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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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.

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A city street with tall buildings, flags, and cars.

South of Market

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

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A cityscape with a prominent skyscraper, a bridge, and a mix of modern and historic buildings.

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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Top Downtown San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

East San Mateo

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

Peter

The Catrina Hotel

South San Mateo

10/10 Excellent

Roma

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Ingold - Milldale

10/10 Excellent

Spent one night at this hotel with family as a break between flights from Hawaii to UK. The shuttle bus (not pre booked) was to time and picked us up with no problems from SFO. Location of hotel is right in front of the bay opposite the runways so great if you are a bit of a plane geek (like me and my daughter) - make sure you book a rear room overlooking the bay! Not many eateries around so we ordered in dominos to deliver as it was 10 pm when we arrived and they let us eat in the...

Peter

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

Ingold - Milldale

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay for a few nights after arrival from the U.K. before hitting the road in our RV into the Rockies. Staff were excellent, free coffee in reception but no normal milk just the flavoured stuff , not for me, coffee is coffee flavour and not tasting like soda! Coffee was good though drinking it black. The area is safe, walk along the bay path. Food wise, if you like Chinese then you’re sorted, if not then there’s a place called Max’s around 10 minute walk south, very nice with a...

JEFFREY

Hotel Aura SFO

San Bruno

10/10 Excellent

Tamba

Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

San Bruno

10/10 Excellent

Stayed here for two nights in between a couple of long flights. Couldn’t fault it. Just what we needed. The room was a good size and clean. The decor was a bit shabby, but I believe the hotel is being done up. The breakfast was simple, but decent. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. The free shuttle worked a treat, saving us $25+ each way. The area itself is also very nice, with enough to do if you need to waste a few hours. Also decent food available from a variety of...

Jonathan

A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.

Galleria Park Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

Elwira

Hotel Skye SFO

San Bruno

10/10 Excellent

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Downtown San Mateo?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in San Mateo's Downtown San Mateo neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown San Mateo travel tips? Make sure that you visit Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 and The San Mateo Japanese Garden while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels are there in Downtown San Mateo?

Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown San Mateo and start exploring everything San Mateo has to offer.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown 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 Downtown San Mateo are Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. 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.

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Our top choices for Downtown San Mateo hotels

1. Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

2. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

3. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

4. The Catrina Hotel

5. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

6. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

7. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

8. Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

11. The Dylan at SFO

12. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

14. Hotel Aluxor SFO

15. Hotel Skye SFO

16. Hotel Aura SFO

17. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

18. Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

19. Hotel Nova SFO

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North

Compare popular hotels in Downtown San Mateo

Hotels recommended for families in Downtown San Mateo

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Where to stay in Downtown San Mateo

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top Downtown San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Downtown San Mateo?

How many hotels are there in Downtown San Mateo?

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

What is there to do in this San Mateo neighbourhood?