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Our top choices for San Mateo hostels

Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"The photos of the hostel rooms felt spacious but actual room was very small and not the same as in photos though very helpful staff and love the hospitality"
United States
Nevil
The price is ฿1,121
฿1,706 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Bposhtels San Francisco

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (440 reviews)
"Helpful staff, great location. Only wish there were curtains for privacy. The rooms and restrooms are small. The kitchen and other areas are nice"
United States
Milcah
The price is ฿2,922
฿3,402 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (361 reviews)
"Check in was smooth had 0 problems. Rooms were nice and loved how rooms had restroom and shower access. Location was right on busline to Golden Gate Bridge!"
United States
Jesus
The price is ฿2,973
฿3,458 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (236 reviews)
"The pictures looked a little different than the room, but honestly it was a great stay. My room was located near the shared kitchen, but it closed at 10 so no complaints about the noise. It was near great places and transport was easy to catch. Would definitely stay here again! 😊"
United States
Frida
The price is ฿2,376
฿2,791 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Amsterdam Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"We love this place! Welcoming. Affordable. Great location."
United States
Tamara
The price is ฿2,338
฿2,746 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Orange Village Hostel

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (695 reviews)
"Was very minimal, but was as exactly as expected for the cost. Great budget hostel. Very small small rooms"
United States
Alexander
The price is ฿2,371
฿2,786 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
European Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (440 reviews)
"Everyone was so nice at the hostel and knowledgeable about the City and Really were helping out a lot when I needed any questions answered. I would definitely tell my friends and family to stay here. Thanks a lot lot chapter."
United States
Shannon
The price is ฿3,625
฿4,223 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (644 reviews)
"Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal "
United States
Jesse
The price is ฿3,246
฿3,814 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Adelaide Hostel
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San Mateo Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,830
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿1,706
Highest Price
฿4,223

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Mateo?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our travellers: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 499 mm.
What is there to see and do in San Mateo?
In general, San Mateo is known for its festivals, restaurants and sports. Major attractions include Oracle Park, San Francisco Bay and Pier 39. Get out into nature with places such as Coyote Point Park, Shoreview Park and JoinVille Park. Cultural attractions include CuriOdyssey, Hiller Aviation Museum and SFO Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around San Mateo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Mateo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.