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Deluxe Inn

Deluxe Inn
2.0 star property
Cherryland
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (94 reviews)
"Clean convenient traveler motel"
United States
Thomas R
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Deluxe Inn

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
2.5 star property
Richmond District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Easy quiet stay "
United States
Sean
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,092 reviews)
"Very convenient place to stay"
United States
Shaunna
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
LiA Hotel

Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Sunnyvale
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Its a nice and quiet place to stay."
United States
Thomas
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Travel Inn

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very kind staff!"
United States
Nanette
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Rodeway Inn Alameda-Oakland

Rodeway Inn Alameda-Oakland
2.0 star property
West Alameda
6.4 out of 10, (718 reviews)
"Cleaning ladies were amazingthe and the staff was very organized and maintained property well ."
United States
Michelle
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Rodeway Inn Alameda-Oakland

Airport Inn

Airport Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown South San Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"One of my favorite stays in the Bay Area. Highly recommend!"
United States
Megan
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Airport Inn

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (452 reviews)
"A charming little spot with wonderful staff."
United States
Jake
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

El Camino Inn

El Camino Inn
2.0 star property
Daly City
6.8 out of 10, (909 reviews)
"Parking was great and secured. Close by to everything."
United States
Margarette
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
El Camino Inn

Oak Motel Palo Alto

Oak Motel Palo Alto
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
6.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"So the bathroom is all little dated but the surrounding area is great and the place is quiet. There was a giant 65 in tv in the room so if you like to watch tv this is the hotel for you."
United States
Christopher
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Oak Motel Palo Alto

Adrian Hotel

Adrian Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
3.8 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"The location helped us in a challenging time. Staff helped with a booking misunderstanding, and were helpful in finding a solution."
United States
JACKIE
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Adrian Hotel

Travelers Inn

Travelers Inn
2.0 star property
South San Francisco
7.6 out of 10, Good, (592 reviews)
"Clean, soft towels, microwave and mini fridge in room. Nothing fancy but also nothing to complain about."
United States
Paterson
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Travelers Inn

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Had a great stay! 👍"
United States
Joaquin
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

Redwood Creek Inn

Redwood Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Roosevelt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (663 reviews)
"Redwood Creek Inn was a great place to stay for the weekend! Very close to the highway, close to Safeway, and I felt safe leaving my car parked on the property. I would also add that the staff was very friendly in answering my questions. Would go back again!"
United States
Alessandra
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Redwood Creek Inn

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
2.0 star property
South San Francisco
6.0 out of 10, (3,818 reviews)
"We stayed at this location for one night since it was convenient to my flight. However the hotel itself was scary and felt unsafe."
United States
Cathleen
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area

Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area
2.0 star property
Dimond
6.0 out of 10, (11 reviews)
"Got bites"
United States
Alec
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area

The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Loved the location, convenience, friendly staff and service."
United States
Priyanka
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
The Palo Alto Inn

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and safe"
United States
Carol
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

Crown Lodge Motel Oakland

Crown Lodge Motel Oakland
2.0 star property
Foothill Square
5.8 out of 10, (127 reviews)
"Indeed, the condition of the accommodation was unsanitary. The linens and blankets were tattered, with visible stains. The overall state of the place was extremely poor. Despite our complaints to the management, all they offered was a replacement set of linens and blankets, which were also unclean. We opted not to spend the entire night there and sought a refund. Regrettably, there is no mechanism in place for me to share photographic evidence of the numerous issues, including widespread mildew...
United States
Ronald
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Crown Lodge Motel Oakland

Mylo Hotel

Mylo Hotel
2.5 star property
Daly City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Thank you for hospitality."
United States
Jose
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Mylo Hotel
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San Mateo Motels information

Number of reviews
15,807
Accommodation
104 Motels
Lowest Price
€66
Highest Price
€154

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Mateo?
As you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in San Mateo. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in San Mateo, as well as Oracle Park and Pier 39 in the area.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. The word "motel" was invented in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
What are the best motels in San Mateo?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North is located 11.5 km from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the self-parking (surcharge), and freebies including WiFi and an airport shuttle. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central San Mateo is 4.1 mi (6.5 km) away. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto: Enjoy access to the fitness centre, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Located 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay: Central San Mateo is 17.4 mi (27.9 km) away. Free WiFi, parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Inn on Broadway: 17 mi (27.3 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in San Mateo?
In this family-friendly area, you can explore the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. People visiting San Mateo have good things to say about the festivals. Favourite places in and around San Mateo include San Francisco Bay, Oracle Park and Pier 39. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Coyote Point Park, JoinVille Park and Sawyer Camp Trail. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: CuriOdyssey, The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Parkside Aquatic Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Mateo?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Mateo to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around San Mateo while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around San Mateo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city centre. You can also search for flights into San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop on a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.

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