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Our top choices for San Mateo historic hotels

1. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Tammy
NT$6,234
NT$8,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

2. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
Union Square
United States
Ciprian
NT$5,981
NT$8,273 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

3. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Marie Karen
NT$7,721
NT$10,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

4. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Anthony
NT$10,443
NT$13,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Fairmont San Francisco

5. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Miriela
NT$9,655
NT$12,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

6. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Michelle
NT$8,607
NT$11,508 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Argonaut Hotel

7. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
Pacific Heights
United States
Tymon
NT$22,186
NT$25,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hotel Drisco
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

8/10 Good
"Great location however at night you will see a lot of homelessness around the area."
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"This was one of my favorite trips. Hotel was amazing and in a great location to do tourist attractions and local activities. Subway station is right outside the hotel."
Joseph 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good
"Room was clean and good location"
Jungah 5-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Convenient to most attractions."
Solomon 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms, no room amenities except soap and shampoo/conditioner but they did bring me slippers when I asked. No room service but you can DoorDash food or grab something to go from the restaurant during certain hours - you do miss out on the room service experience though Complementary ( la colombe) coffee and tea in the AM was a nice touch. Employees super helpful and let me borrow their personal charging port overnight when I forgot mine (another employee insisted I buy one from the hotel). Location is good, worked well for me for a one night stay for work but wouldn’t want to spend the week there. I’d go back for a similar type stay."
Mitra 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Stanford Court San Francisco
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

8/10 Good
"Clean room nice staff Only 1 elevator working Parking is $25 per night Breakfast buffet didn’t have many healthy options"
Angela 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in San Mateo?
You'll probably want to seek out the historical sites during your trip to San Mateo. The array of shops and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you're here. You can also discover the festivals during your vacation in this family-friendly area.
How many historical hotels will I find in San Mateo?
In San Mateo, there are 92 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the top historical places and other sights to visit in San Mateo?
Favorite places to visit include San Francisco Bay, San Mateo County Event Center, and Hillsdale Shopping Center. In the area, you'll also find Pier 39 and Oracle Park.
What is a historic hotel like in San Mateo?
A historic hotel gives guests the opportunity to stay in a place that's been officially recognized with a historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in San Mateo often retain authentic characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture within the guestrooms or public spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
These are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S., while "heritage hotel" is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to place more significance on the architecture and actual building. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the place's cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in San Mateo have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the usual amenities you'd get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi, and more. When you book a historic hotel in San Mateo, it doesn't mean you're picking a place that's rundown or uncomfortable for guests.

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