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9 Oct - 11 Oct
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Our top choices for San Mateo 4-star hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern hotel bar with a counter displaying pastries and a digital screen in the background.

1. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Troy
€165
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
A tall hotel with a modern design, a prominent entrance, and a view of the city skyline.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area, a TV, a bathtub, and a city view.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining area, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

2. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Alpa
€145
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A cityscape with a prominent tall building featuring a grid of windows and a flat roof.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with a city view.
A narrow, wooden-paneled corridor with shelves on either side displaying bottles and glasses.

3. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
Union Square
United States
Ramakant
€189
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.
A high-rise building with a view of a waterfront promenade, a clock tower, and a bridge in the distance.
A modern interior with a central escalator, multiple levels, and a distinctive sculpture.
A modern bar area with a long counter, seating, and a unique ceiling design.

4. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Sina
€271
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
A modern building facade with vertical wooden slats, a glass entrance, and a sign reading "La Société Bar & Cafe".
A hotel entrance with a revolving door, potted plants, and a sign for the Hyatt Regency.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a large pillar, and a television screen.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and ottoman, a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a city view.

5. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Sonia
€204
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a clear view of the skyline.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of food items and beverages.
A historic building with a prominent corner entrance, a tram line, and a flag.
A bridge over water with a beach in the foreground.

6. Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Heidi
€251
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stanford Court San Francisco
A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with lamps.
A hotel room with a red sofa, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of buildings through large windows.
A lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and framed artwork on the walls.

7. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
itzel
€133
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
A modern interior with a central bar area, seating, and a staircase.
A modern lounge area with large windows offering views of the airport.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.
A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, a prominent entrance, and a unique street lamp sculpture.

8. Grand Hyatt at SFO

Grand Hyatt at SFO
San Francisco
United States
James
€311
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Grand Hyatt at SFO
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a vintage camper parked nearby.
A circular mirror reflecting a modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, and a vase with flowers.
A modern outdoor seating area with a fire pit, orange chairs, and a view of the cityscape.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

9. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Jon
€203
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern reception area with a large screen displaying a desert landscape, wooden reception desk, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a city view.

10. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Farukh
€258
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
A modern hotel exterior with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, two yellow armchairs, a coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A bar area with three arched mirrors, a variety of bottles, and black chairs.
A marina with various boats docked.

11. Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Jennifer
€216
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a high ceiling with skylights.
A modern restaurant with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, armchairs, and a patterned carpet.
A multi-story hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

12. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
Union Square
United States
Isaac
€205
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
A modern interior with a wooden partition, a stone accent wall, and a bar area.
A room with a large window offering a view of a marina and cityscape.
A bar area with multiple seating options, a variety of liquor bottles, and two large flat-screen TVs mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront
Brisbane
United States
Kelcie
€115
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A spacious room with large windows, two armchairs, a small table with books, and a lamp.
A spacious hotel lobby with large windows, wooden beams, and a central bar area.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a view of the outside through the window.

14. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
Union Square
United States
Randall Gray
€254
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
A multi-level hotel atrium with a central open space, multiple seating areas, and a glass ceiling.
A large, modern hotel with a prominent glass facade and multiple levels.
A modern hotel atrium with a central open space, multiple floors, and a glass ceiling.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the city and water.

15. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
Ingold - Milldale
United States
Yingsha
€171
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.
A lobby with a brick fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.
A modern cafe with a counter, seating area, and menu boards.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

16. The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport
Ingold - Milldale
Canada
Matthew
€153
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Westin San Francisco Airport
A lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and large mirrors.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, sofas, and a staircase.
A bar area with a green sofa, red chairs, and a bar counter with bottles.
A spacious library with wooden bookshelves, comfortable seating, and large windows allowing natural light.

17. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Amanda
€242
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
A hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.
A long dining table set for a meal with a view of the outdoors.
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea and a distant airplane. There is a bed, two chairs, a desk with a lamp, and a television.

18. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Bayfront
United States
Joseph
€124
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A bar area with a bartender, wooden shelves with bottles, and bar stools.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a glass coffee table, a bookshelf, and a large abstract painting.
A modern lounge area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a television screen displaying a fire.

19. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Hotel Emblem San Francisco
Union Square
United States
Keegan
€178
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Emblem San Francisco
A luxurious interior with a round dining table, green upholstered seating, and a central fountain.
A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a red awning.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a small round table with chairs, and a large window with sheer curtains.
Lounge

20. The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square

The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
Union Square
United States
Tim
€254
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
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includes taxes & fees
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic location and property"
Mario 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice property close to Fisherman's Wharf"
David 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good view very clean"
Alasdair 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
The Marker Union Square San Francisco

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Bryan 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
The Marker Union Square San Francisco
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

8/10 Good
"Great location. Rooms could be updated."
Jason 3-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in San Mateo?
Relax in 4-star hotel comfort at San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport. Rated highly by many of our guests, it comes with a spa tub and a terrace. Also take a look at Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront. Designer toiletries and a pillowtop mattress make this escape another popular pick in San Mateo.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in San Mateo?
If you choose to book a stay at a 4-star hotel in San Mateo, you'll typically find lots of conveniences to make sure you're comfortable, such as a pool, gym and restaurant. You can experience top-quality service and upmarket surroundings. Opt for a 5-star hotel and you'll get a few extra perks — think concierge assistance, on-site spas and nightly turndown services. You'll most likely get additional amenities and first-class services at a 5-star getaway, though both are great options for luxury guests.

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