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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

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
3.0 star property
East San Mateo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"amazing soaps"
United States
Nickesh
The price is NT$3,057
NT$3,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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

Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC
2.0 star property
Central San Mateo
The price is NT$8,522
NT$15,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC
Terrace/patio
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2795)
"Clean and comfortable room, good staff, great location. "
United Kingdom
David
The price is NT$3,128
NT$3,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Front of property - evening/night
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2116)
"Great stay "
United States
Samantha
The price is NT$2,916
NT$3,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1464)
"Super location easy walking to all the tourist locations Great food and hospitality services "
United States
Melissa
The price is NT$3,686
NT$5,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3826)
"We stay here a lot, great place and safe."
United States
Albert
The price is NT$3,622
NT$5,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
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InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1021)
"Beautiful room and excellent food!"
United States
Melissa
The price is NT$5,221
NT$7,433 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
InterContinental San Francisco by IHG
Front of property - evening/night
Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
4.5 star property
Union Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2636)
"The entire hotel was fabulous!"
United States
Nicole
The price is NT$4,746
NT$7,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4958)
"Rooms were great, staff was great, location was great. "
United States
Jonathan
The price is NT$3,712
NT$4,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2792)
"Clean hotel, great location, kind staff! "
United States
Felix
The price is NT$35,147
NT$41,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - 2026/1/12
Handlery Union Square Hotel
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.
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Top Central San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was unparalleled! Courteous and helpful in every way. Room was small but immaculate. Loved the “pillow menu”. Can’t beat the location and the complimentary coffee and cookies fueled us for a day of activities. Will definitely stay again!"
Laurrie 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

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Frequently asked questions

What is Central San Mateo like for travelers on a budget?
Central San Mateo has cheap accommodation options and a variety of places to visit, making it a budget-friendly vacation choice. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Central San Mateo?
Based on reviews, Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and a 24-hour fitness center.
What is there to see and do in Central San Mateo?
You don't have to spend big to find things to see and do in Central San Mateo. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Chase Center and Oracle Park, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Take in the local culture at Coyote Point Park and Hiller Aviation Museum, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at The San Mateo Japanese Garden.
How can I get to Central San Mateo and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Central San Mateo can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is 5 mi (8 km) away from the center in San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. Central San Mateo might not have very many public transit options so renting a car could be an economical alternative to see the area.