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Our top choices for San Mateo boutique hotels

Front of property
Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection
3.0 star property
Mountain View
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1345)
"staff was great, nice room"
United States
vicki
The price is NT$2,672
NT$2,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - 2026/1/3
Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection
Front of property
Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Every thing and all of the staff were just perfect. Love th w holidaydecorations!"
United States
Michael
The price is NT$4,248
NT$4,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Lobby sitting area
el PRADO

el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (615)
"Great stay - big, well appointed rooms in an excellent location "
Hong Kong SAR China
David
el PRADO
View from room
Harbor Court Hotel

Harbor Court Hotel

Harbor Court Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Room was perfect and customer service amazing!"
United States
Bilal
The price is NT$4,370
NT$6,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Harbor Court Hotel
Outdoor pool
Rosewood Sand Hill

Rosewood Sand Hill

Rosewood Sand Hill
5.0 star property
Menlo Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (276)
"Really great hotel and my go to place for anything in Palo Alto "
United States
Lisa
The price is NT$25,320
NT$31,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - 2026/1/18
Rosewood Sand Hill
Lobby
The Clancy, Autograph Collection by Marriott

The Clancy, Autograph Collection by Marriott

The Clancy, Autograph Collection by Marriott
4.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very professional staff! Central located walking distance to everything!"
United States
Edmundo
The price is NT$5,177
NT$7,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - 2026/1/3
The Clancy, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Game room
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2334)
"This place is wonderful. Would definitely stay again!!"
United States
Jenna
The price is NT$3,934
NT$5,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - 2026/1/9
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Exterior
Hotel Triton

Hotel Triton

Hotel Triton
4.0 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Jeremy
The price is NT$2,862
NT$4,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - 2026/1/3
Hotel Triton
Suite, Multiple Beds (The Two Bedroom) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Palihotel San Francisco

Palihotel San Francisco

Palihotel San Francisco
3.5 star property
Union Square
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (630)
"Great vibe here and the rooms and so cute . Excellent bar and bar staff . "
United States
Lana
The price is NT$3,143
NT$4,485 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Palihotel San Francisco
City view
Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
5.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Wonderful Staff and hospitality."
United States
Rachel
The price is NT$5,595
NT$7,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - 2026/1/3
Taj Campton Place
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Conveniently located "
Isaac 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see and do in San Mateo?
The shopping, restaurants, and sporting events are just some of the things to enjoy while you're in the area. Major sights and activities around San Mateo include San Francisco Bay, Oracle Park, and Pier 39. You might also like to explore more of the area and take in additional sights like San Mateo County Event Center, Hillsdale Shopping Center, and CuriOdyssey while you're here.
What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to San Mateo?
Understanding the weather in San Mateo is important when you plan your trip. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 20 inches.
What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in San Mateo?
You have a few options for getting to San Mateo. The closest major airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) from the heart of the city, but San Carlos, CA (SQL) may also be an option. If you want to see more of the area, hop aboard a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station.

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