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Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

3.0 star property
Central San Mateo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Good place to stay for the night!"
United States
Brenda
The price is NT$2,614
NT$3,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
House | 3 bedrooms
Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

2.0 star property
Central San Mateo
The price is NT$8,584
NT$16,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

3.0 star property
28.2 km from Central San Mateo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2206)
"spotless, breakfast, location, all excellent I will come back!"
United States
Oscar
The price is NT$4,374
NT$6,091 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Restaurant
Inn at Rockaway San Francisco Pacifica

Inn at Rockaway San Francisco Pacifica

2.5 star property
15.9 km from Central San Mateo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1008)
"Beautiful location"
United States
Elena
The price is NT$3,346
NT$3,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Inn at Rockaway San Francisco Pacifica
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

3.0 star property
12.1 km from Central San Mateo
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2019)
"Hotel was good for the price. "
United States
Dominique
The price is NT$3,178
NT$3,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 star property
26.6 km from Central San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4861)
"Easy checkin, clean, friendly staff."
United States
Deja
The price is NT$3,519
NT$4,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge

3.0 star property
17 km from Central San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1065)
"Great hotel"
United States
Brian
The price is NT$4,434
NT$5,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Half Moon Bay Lodge
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Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North

3.0 star property
12.3 km from Central San Mateo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1011)
"Close to airport, great room, reasonable price"
United States
Paul
The price is NT$3,045
NT$3,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
Lobby sitting area
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4.0 star property
28.2 km from Central San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7118)
"Great hotel"
United States
JIMMY
The price is NT$3,550
NT$5,473 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

3.0 star property
30.8 km from Central San Mateo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1173)
"We’ve stayed several times, and it’s always really enjoyable!"
United States
thomas
The price is NT$4,779
NT$5,362 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Outdoor pool
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

2.5 star property
19.2 km from Central San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2258)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Dixon
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

4.0 star property
28.3 km from Central San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3845)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is NT$3,761
NT$5,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Front of property
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

2.0 star property
26.3 km from Central San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1057)
"Courteous staff, clean room, and comfortable bed."
United States
Thomas
The price is NT$1,988
NT$2,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Front of property
Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 star property
25.1 km from Central San Mateo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Love staying at this property. Our go to place "
United States
Brian
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Front of property
Hotel Majestic

Hotel Majestic

3.5 star property
26.4 km from Central San Mateo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Beautiful historic hotel."
United States
ramanujam
The price is NT$3,763
NT$4,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Hotel Majestic
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Star Motel

Star Motel

2.0 star property
27.9 km from Central San Mateo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (273)
"Nice clean rooms, comfortable bed"
United States
Thomas
The price is NT$2,800
NT$3,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Star Motel
Game room
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

4.0 star property
28.3 km from Central San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2297)
"Great amenities and beautiful hotel "
United States
Donavan
The price is NT$3,717
NT$5,485 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Bar (on property)
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

3.5 star property
12.3 km from Central San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1218)
"Loved this hotel "
United States
Cheryl
The price is NT$4,500
NT$5,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
Front of property - evening/night
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4.0 star property
26.7 km from Central San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2025)
"Clean room, quiet, friendly staff and great location."
United States
Maribeth
The price is NT$2,911
NT$3,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Breakfast served, American cuisine
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

4.0 star property
3.4 km from Central San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2663)
"Nice hotel good location."
Netherlands
Niels
The price is NT$2,937
NT$3,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
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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.
Union Square which includes a high rise building and a city

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.

Downtown San Francisco featuring railway items

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.

Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a bay or harbor

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.

South of Market featuring skyline, a city and city views

South of Market

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

Nob Hill showing a city and street scenes

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.

Top Central San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice "
James 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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Frequently asked questions

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 43 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, Burlingame Museum of PEZ Memorabilia and Poplar Creek Golf Course 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.