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

฿10,755 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

2. Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

Central San Mateo

฿16,475 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

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

Shoreview, 1.9 km from Central San Mateo

Nadia

฿3,983 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

4. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

3.4 km from Central San Mateo

Yogesh

฿4,184 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

5. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

5.3 km from Central San Mateo

Satveer

฿5,643 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Aug - 16 Aug

6. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

4.9 km from Central San Mateo

Juliana

฿6,006 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

7. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

6.4 km from Central San Mateo

Jeffrey

฿4,189 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

8. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

3.8 km from Central San Mateo

Renai

฿4,673 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

9. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

4.2 km from Central San Mateo

Melissa

฿4,445 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

8.4 km from Central San Mateo

Colleen

฿4,736 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

11. Hotel Aura SFO

9.5 km from Central San Mateo

Stanley

฿4,779 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

12. The Dylan at SFO

6.6 km from Central San Mateo

Stacy

฿5,175 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

13. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

19.2 km from Central San Mateo

Fred

฿3,951 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

14. Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

8.7 km from Central San Mateo

Victoria

฿4,804 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

15. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

11.3 km from Central San Mateo

Luz

฿3,981 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

16. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd

11.6 km from Central San Mateo

Ashley

฿5,074 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Aug - 16 Aug

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

17. Hotel Skye SFO

10 km from Central San Mateo

Jaspreet

฿4,598 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

18. Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

5.5 km from Central San Mateo

Gloria

฿3,906 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

19. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

8.4 km from Central San Mateo

Robert

฿5,604 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

12.2 km from Central San Mateo

Alain

฿5,709 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Where to stay in Central San Mateo

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

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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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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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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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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 Central San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone in the family loved everything about this place. The outside courtyard was super fun and beautiful. The games, the coffee area. The kids wanted to go down and have hot chocolate and play games every morning. The staff was incredibly sweet & friendly."

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

8/10 Good

"My stay was good, but my only complaint is that the breakfast was pretty limited. The customary waffle maker was there, and other bread options, but the only meat option was eggs. No bacon, sausage or other items some hotels provide. Other than this, the hotel is very good. They give you free cookies when you check in, so that's nice. They are right next to a high-end restaurant with superb reviews, so that makes it easy for dinner options. I would stay here again. Good location and good prices."

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Our top choices for Central San Mateo hotels

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

2. Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

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

4. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

5. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

6. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

7. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

8. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

9. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

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

11. Hotel Aura SFO

12. The Dylan at SFO

13. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

14. Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

15. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

16. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd

17. Hotel Skye SFO

18. Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

19. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Where to stay in Central San Mateo

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top Central San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

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