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San Mateo Hotel Guide - Beach Hotels in San Mateo, San Francisco

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Tonight
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Tomorrow
10 Sept - 11 Sept
This weekend
11 Sept - 13 Sept
Next weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept

Our top choices for San Mateo beach hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
€130
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

2. Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
East San Mateo
€113
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

3. Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
€107
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

4. The Catrina Hotel

The Catrina Hotel
South San Mateo
€98
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
The Catrina Hotel

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
East San Mateo
€129
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

6. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
East San Mateo
€107
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

7. Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
East San Mateo
€114
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

8. Inn@Bayshore

Inn@Bayshore
East San Mateo
€101
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Inn@Bayshore

9. Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

Mid Century Garden View Home Parking
East San Mateo
€286
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

10. @ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home near SFO

@ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home near SFO
Central San Mateo
€405
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
@ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home near SFO
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in San Mateo

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Beach hotels with free breakfast in San Mateo

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
€130
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
East San Mateo
€129
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
€107
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
East San Mateo
€113
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
East San Mateo
€107
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
East San Mateo
€114
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"The beds were exceptionally comfortable and the staff were very accommodating and helpful! They were able to accommodate a request for where I wanted my room, allowed me to check in a little early, helped me open a bottle of wine that we brought in, and helped me to send a package out to be delivered home. I really appreciated it. The only downside: The coffee area downstairs became a little busy and crowded in the mornings, but the quality of the coffee was very good compared to just brewing your own coffee in the room! And we had access to snacks and water in the lobby. I am very pleased with the quality of our stay here! Would definitely return again (:"
Lindsey 5-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

8/10 Good
"Nice hotel. The room was kind of tight but it worked for my daughter and I. There’s a great coffee place across the street. The hotel has a nice lounge area with chairs and a wonderful coffee machine. The room was very clean. We would come back when we return to SF"
Geraldine B 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"The staff when we arrived was so"
Iris 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Stanford Court San Francisco
The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great experience! Will be booking here again"
Donovan 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
The Pickwick Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and nice staff"
Vanessa 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

8/10 Good
"Location"
Maria 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The Marker Union Square San Francisco

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

8/10 Good
"Staff was amazing helpful with suggestions of restaurants and things to do."
Veronica L 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Marker Union Square San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"good"
Nan 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Super friendly and helpful staffs. Had a great stay this past weekend for our last min anniversary celebration."
Yi Ju 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

What is San Mateo like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its festivals and shopping, San Mateo offers a lot for the traveller planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in San Mateo?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in San Mateo: 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 around San Mateo?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. If you're eager to check out the beaches, head to Lakeshore Park Beach or Elmar Beach for some relaxation by the water. Experience the area's festivals and shopping, and make time for local attractions such as San Francisco Bay and San Mateo County Event Center. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Hillsdale Shopping Center or CuriOdyssey.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in San Mateo?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in San Mateo more easily: To get to San Mateo, book a flight to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), the closest major airport, which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) from the city centre. If you want to travel outside the area, take a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.

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