4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Nice city just stay clear of this place
San Mateo, CA
Travel Guide
Visit San Mateo
Where to stay in San Mateo
Central San Mateo
While visiting Central San Mateo, you might make a stop by sights like The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12.
South San Mateo
3.5/5(132 area reviews)
While visiting South San Mateo, you might make a stop by sights like Hillsdale Shopping Center and San Mateo County Event Center.
East San Mateo
4/5(26 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in East San Mateo, San Francisco Bay and Lakeshore Park Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Shoreview
3.5/5(217 area reviews)
While visiting Shoreview, you might make a stop by sights like San Francisco Bay and Poplar Creek Golf Course.
North Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Central and surrounding area, you can visit The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Poplar Creek Golf Course.
Hillsdale
You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in Hillsdale. You might want to make time for a stop at San Mateo County Event Center or Bay Meadows Park.
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
330 N Bayshore Blvd, San Mateo, CA
The price is SAR 270 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
SAR 270
SAR 312 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Mateo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,015 reviews)
"Clean quiet and dining options"
Reviewed on 18 July 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is SAR 494 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
SAR 494
SAR 582 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,329 reviews)
"Lovely stay. Bed was confortable. I really liked the parking option as is cheaper to buy here than at the property."
Reviewed on 19 July 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is SAR 521 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
SAR 521
SAR 768 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,589 reviews)
"This was the second time I have stayed at the Hotel Riu Fisherman’s Wharf. The hotel is in a good location walking distance to the wharf. The rooms are clean and they offer an enormous breakfast!"
Reviewed on 19 July 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking
1732 Royal Ave, San Mateo, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in San Mateo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Leo J. Ryan Park and Poplar ...
"This is a very clean comfortable property!"
Reviewed on 3 June 2024
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
400 Park St, Alameda, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,765 reviews)
"Everything could use a fresh paint job otherwise kept up nicely."
Reviewed on 11 July 2025
Standard Queen Room w/Ensuite Bathroom
San Francisco
Stay at this guesthouse in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Oracle Park and Pier 39 are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
Great Value for the City!
"We stayed one night here since we needed to be close to the airport for our ladt night.Centrally located and short walk to China Town and Fishermans Wharf. Cool artwork in the room plus the overall accommodation definitely give a NYC vibe - definitely recommend!"
Reviewed on 30 June 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Park
4.5/5(5,122 reviews)
Golden Gate Park is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Pier 39
4.5/5(6,817 reviews)
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Pier 39, a popular shopping spot in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Bridge
4.5/5(7,244 reviews)
After visiting Golden Gate Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
Oracle Park
4.5/5(1,454 reviews)
Catch an event at Oracle Park during your trip to San Francisco. Take in the acclaimed theater scene and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
4.5/5(2,752 reviews)
You can learn more about the history of San Francisco when you make a stop at a top site like Alcatraz Island. Take in the acclaimed theater scene and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Moscone Convention Center
4/5(598 reviews)
During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Reviews of San Mateo
3.9
Guest rating
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Love san mateo
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Traveled down el camino real for old times. Love the park and the old eucalyptus trees.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
We were only in the area for the night after our flight in so I can't say much about the area.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Very convenient to SFO airport. Neighborhood a little sketchy but we didn't have any problems. Room needs a little maintenance.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Nice area trying to settle there.
- San Mateo County Event Center
- Coyote Point Park
- Hillsdale Shopping Center
- Poplar Creek Golf Course
- Los Prados Park
- CuriOdyssey
- Lakeshore Park Beach
- JoinVille Park
- Shoreview Park
- The San Mateo Japanese Garden
- Central Park
- Casanova Park
- Bay Meadows Park
- Sawyer Camp Trail
- Parkside Aquatic Park
- Ice Center at San Mateo
- Fiesta Meadows Park
- Paddock Park
- Laurie Meadows Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Elmar Beach