What is Central San Mateo like?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting San Mateo's Central San Mateo neighborhood. Are you looking for Central San Mateo travel tips? Be sure to check out The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite hotel 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 center.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Central San Mateo area?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodations 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! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Central San Mateo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central San Mateo?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Central San Mateo, click here .

What is there to do in this San Mateo neighborhood?

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.

Top Central San Mateo Hotels

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Our top choices for Central San Mateo hotels

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

Central San Mateo

NT$19,751 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

2. Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

Central San Mateo

NT$17,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

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

East San Mateo, 4.1 km from Central San Mateo

Hulya

NT$4,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

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

Shoreview, 1.9 km from Central San Mateo

Greg

NT$3,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

3.7 km from Central San Mateo

Kim

NT$6,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

6. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

3.4 km from Central San Mateo

oscar

NT$4,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

7. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

6.4 km from Central San Mateo

Yesenia

NT$5,343 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

8. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

3.8 km from Central San Mateo

Ghazi

NT$4,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

9. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

4.9 km from Central San Mateo

Cheryl

NT$6,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

10. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

5.3 km from Central San Mateo

Patricia

NT$5,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

8.4 km from Central San Mateo

Duc

NT$5,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 14 - Aug 15

12. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

4.2 km from Central San Mateo

Jose Antonio

NT$4,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

13. Hotel Aura SFO

9.5 km from Central San Mateo

jessica

NT$4,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

14. The Dylan at SFO

6.6 km from Central San Mateo

Sharron

NT$5,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

15. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

8.4 km from Central San Mateo

Christopher

NT$5,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

16. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

11.3 km from Central San Mateo

Luz

NT$4,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

12.2 km from Central San Mateo

Courtney

NT$5,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

18. Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

8.7 km from Central San Mateo

Victoria

NT$4,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

19. Hotel Skye SFO

10 km from Central San Mateo

Jennifer

NT$4,486 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

20. The Atrium Hotel

10.4 km from Central San Mateo

Rommy

NT$4,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

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Where to stay in Central San Mateo

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

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Fisherman's Wharf

Discover Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park in this bustling tourist hotspot. Savor seafood at family-owned restaurants and explore the sea lion colony, while enjoying convenient cable car access.

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Union Square

Major tourist destination in downtown San Francisco, Union Square boasts shopping, hotels, and theaters. Explore department stores, boutiques, and galleries, or catch a performance at various theaters. Enjoy the Dewey Monument and stunning views from nearby hotels. Easily accessible via cable car lines, buses, and subway systems.

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Downtown San Francisco

Serving as San Francisco's central business district, this area boasts Northern California's two tallest buildings, the Salesforce Tower and Transamerica Pyramid. Explore shopping malls like the Embarcadero Center and enjoy parks such as Sue Biermann Park, all easily accessible via Muni bus and rail lines.

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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

Luxury hotels, historic mansions, and Michelin-starred restaurants abound in this upscale area. Explore Union Square shopping district, Grace Cathedral, and the SF Masonic Auditorium for a taste of culture and history.

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