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Featured Motels in San Mateo and around

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Lobby

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

2.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (2486)
"Basic hotel but reasonably priced and close to the airport "
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Lobby

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2069)
"good place to stay for a night"
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
LiA Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

LiA Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1015)
"Enjoyable stay."
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
LiA Hotel
Travel Inn
Room, 1 King Bed

Travel Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (940)
"The hotel was very convenient."
Travel Inn
Mylo Hotel
Property entrance

Mylo Hotel

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1009)
"Close to all major attractions in the bay area."
Mylo Hotel
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
Exterior

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Awesome and safe location. Clean rooms and facility. I highly recommend staying there."
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
Surf Motel
Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed | Living area

Surf Motel

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1017)
"A good place to stay "
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Surf Motel
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Exterior

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1159)
"Very friendly staff, nice clean room and good breakfast."
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Motel 6 Hayward, CA – Silicon Valley Gateway
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Hayward, CA – Silicon Valley Gateway

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"Such a great spot "
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Motel 6 Hayward, CA – Silicon Valley Gateway
Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
Exterior

Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1018)
"The property is clean and has great surroundings to walk or jog"
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood
Reception

Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (281)
"Having a kitchenette is an added bonus to this room. Nice sitting area and comfortable beds. We always stay here when we travel to Belmont"
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood
Bay Bridge Inn
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Bay Bridge Inn

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1008)
"Bay Bridge Inn was great for the reason for our visit. No one bothered us in spite of all the noise we made "
Bay Bridge Inn
The Palo Alto Inn
Outdoor banquet area

The Palo Alto Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (881)
"Top notch property, helpful staff, wonderful property"
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Palo Alto Inn
Heritage Inn Express Hayward
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Heritage Inn Express Hayward

2.0 star property
5.6 out of 10, (1014)
"Staff friendly "
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Heritage Inn Express Hayward
Travelodge by Wyndham by Fisherman's Wharf
Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Travelodge by Wyndham by Fisherman's Wharf

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1005)
"Great location. "
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Travelodge by Wyndham by Fisherman's Wharf
County Inn
Pool

County Inn

3.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1005)
"They let me check in early which was so nice!"
County Inn
E-Z 8 Motel Newark
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

E-Z 8 Motel Newark

2.5 star property
5.2 out of 10, (1003)
"It's close to where I work."
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
E-Z 8 Motel Newark
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
Front of property

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (591)
"It was a pleasant place to stay"
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Civic Center
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Civic Center

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (401)
"Hotel was decent,area around is tough and rough."
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Civic Center
Inn on Broadway
Exterior

Inn on Broadway

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (633)
"It was nice"
Inn on Broadway
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection by IHG

Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff,Great experiences, conventional "
Lavelle 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection by IHG

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 Pier 39 and Chase Center 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. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City is located 6.6 km from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North: Free WiFi and a free airport shuttle are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central San Mateo is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) away. Bay Bridge Inn: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 15.5 mi (24.9 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Surf Motel: Central San Mateo is 17.5 mi (28.1 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and concierge services are available during your stay. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto: 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the fitness centre, and freebies including breakfast, 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, Pier 39 and Chase Center. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Coyote Point Park, The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Shoreview Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: CuriOdyssey, Parkside Aquatic Park and Ice Center at San Mateo.
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.