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28 Aug - 30 Aug
In two weeks
4 Sept - 6 Sept
In one month
18 Sept - 20 Sept
In two months
16 Oct - 18 Oct

Our top choices for San Mateo hostels

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1. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (23 reviews)
"What i like the most is how pleasant staff Welcoming are and professional, treating Their guests with utmost respect, not to Talk of cleanest just immaculate, pleasant Atmosphere @ found hotel just amazing. The building is beautiful & lovely , most Importantanly you get to wash laundry, Laundry facility on cite that's indeed ☆Accommodating , kitchen as well for ☕️ Coffee, Cupperchino & coffee of your Choice , I always feel wonderful @ found Hotel ( so...
United States
Sannah
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Bposhtels San Francisco
Lobby sitting area

2. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (466 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Front of property

3. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (709 reviews)
"Kind and helpful owner"
United States
Henryk
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
European Hostel
Lobby

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (248 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Amsterdam Hostel
Interior

5. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (387 reviews)
"Shops nearby"
United States
Michael
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

6. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, bare bones amenities suited for a hostel, central location. The options to make your own breakfast or have the continental breakfast are great."
United States
Ankita
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Orange Village Hostel
Terrace/patio

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (655 reviews)
"Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal "
United States
Jesse
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Adelaide Hostel
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Small but clean and adequate for an overnight stay. Would’ve liked a refrigerator in the room. Tv streaming kept cutting out and the water bottle refill station had a tiny stream and took 10 minutes to fill a water bottle. But those were minor inconveniences. Clean and great location."
Deana 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Find out more about San Mateo

San Mateo Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,119
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
€45
Highest Price
€113

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Mateo?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our travellers: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 499 mm.
What is there to see and do in San Mateo?
In general, San Mateo is known for its festivals, restaurants and sports. Major attractions include Oracle Park, Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay. Get out into nature with places such as Coyote Point Park, JoinVille Park and Sawyer Camp Trail. Cultural attractions include CuriOdyssey, SFO Museum and Fox Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around San Mateo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Mateo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.

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