The Best Hotels Closest to Central Park in San Francisco for 2026

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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a curved wooden balcony, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a television, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

An outdoor patio with a tiled floor, a round table with chairs, and an umbrella.

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

Shoreview, 2.1 km from Central Park

Chris

￥19,287

￥22,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio area with a modern building in the background, featuring a glass door entrance, outdoor seating, and a variety of plants.

A wooden facade of The Catalina Hotel with illuminated signage.

A modern hotel bathroom with a white countertop, a mounted television, a Keurig coffee machine, and a sign prohibiting smoking.

A modern reception area with a central desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

2. The Catrina Hotel

Beresford Park, 2 km from Central Park

Humberto

￥15,716

￥18,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A Holiday Inn & Suites building with a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.

A volleyball game in progress with players reaching for the ball.

A hotel reception area with a modern reception desk, seating area, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, a blue armchair, a small table, and a nightstand with lamps.

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

Shoreview, 1.9 km from Central Park

Wimonrat

￥15,775

￥18,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A reception area with a granite counter, a clock, a security camera, and a coffee machine.

A bathroom with a toilet, a sink, and towels hanging on a rack.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

4. Inn@Bayshore

Shoreview, 1.7 km from Central Park

May Flor

￥16,043

￥19,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern living room with a grey sofa, green chairs, and a marble coffee table.

A modern house with a stone pathway leading to the front door, surrounded by various plants and a small fountain.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a window with curtains.

A modern house with a garage, surrounded by a landscaped garden with cacti and palm trees.

5. Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

Shoreview, 2 km from Central Park

Serena

￥25,032

￥60,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A compact kitchen with a sink, microwave, and cabinets.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a stone backsplash.

6. @ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home Near SFO

North Central, 1.6 km from Central Park

￥55,321

￥99,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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 lobby with marble reception desks, large windows, and a central fire feature.

A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, a prominent entrance, and a unique street lamp sculpture.

7. Grand Hyatt at SFO

8.5 km from Central Park

Richard

￥49,054

￥54,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, large windows with sheer curtains, a blue sofa, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with a blue wall, a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

8. Hyatt Place San Carlos

7.2 km from Central Park

Laura

￥21,233

￥24,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, hanging light fixtures, and framed artwork on the walls.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottoman, and a fireplace.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

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

East San Mateo, 3.8 km from Central Park

Juan

￥18,581

￥21,358 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A balcony with wicker furniture and a clear view of the cityscape.

A reception area with a counter, two computer monitors, and a sign that reads "In a Pinch".

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, and a window with sheer curtains.

A restaurant with wooden tables and red chairs, a bar area, and a wall with cultural illustrations.

10. TownePlace Suites San Mateo Foster City

3.8 km from Central Park

Antonio

￥24,924

￥28,419 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, comfortable seating, and a dining area.

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, sofas, and string lights.

A spacious restaurant with high wooden beams, multiple seating areas including tables and booths, and a large TV screen.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a bed in the adjacent room.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

8.1 km from Central Park

luis

￥25,322

￥29,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A row of two-story townhouses with white railings, a central tree, and a flower bed in the foreground.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a desk, a refrigerator, and a television.

An outdoor patio with a round table, four chairs, a large umbrella, and a grill.

A hotel with a prominent entrance, a large chimney, and the name "Residence Inn by Marriott" on the facade.

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

East San Mateo, 3.6 km from Central Park

Megan

￥19,131

￥21,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern living room with a green wall, a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a lamp.

A modern reception area with a green wall, a sofa, a lamp, and a bookshelf.

An outdoor patio area with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plants.

A modern storefront with a neon sign reading "The Dylan."

13. The Dylan at SFO

6.9 km from Central Park

RAJINI

￥19,878

￥23,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern restaurant with multiple seating areas, including round tables and chairs, and a bar counter with a menu display.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a coffee machine.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and landscaped garden area.

A vending area with a refrigerator and a shelf stocked with bottled water and snacks.

14. Courtyard by Marriott San Mateo Foster City

4.4 km from Central Park

samuel

￥19,920

￥22,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

An outdoor patio with wooden furniture, a chessboard, and hanging floral decorations.

A cozy room with wooden walls, a bench, a table, and string lights.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

15. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

8.7 km from Central Park

Jennifer

￥23,331

￥27,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by glass walls and trees.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

A modern bar area with a large TV screen, bar stools, and a view of a body of water.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

16. AC Hotel by Marriott San Francisco Airport Oyster Point/Waterfront

13.1 km from Central Park

Lauren

￥23,922

￥28,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and lounge chairs.

A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and string lights.

17. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

6.7 km from Central Park

ross

￥21,431

￥24,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the city and water.

A modern hotel atrium with a central open space, multiple floors, and a glass ceiling.

18. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

5.2 km from Central Park

Christopher

￥30,670

￥39,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a dining area.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a yellow accent wall, and a ceiling with a motivational quote.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a red umbrella, and a view of a building with large windows.

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

19. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

East San Mateo, 3.6 km from Central Park

John

￥20,506

￥23,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A reception area with a counter, two patterned chairs, a yellow ottoman, and a large blue potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

An underground parking garage with concrete floors and walls, several cars parked, and visible structural supports.

A hotel dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

20. Hotel Aura SFO

9.8 km from Central Park

Charles

￥17,859

￥21,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Central Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport	9.0 Wonderful 1,411 reviews	View
The Catrina Hotel	8.2 Very good 1,058 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG	7.8 Good 1,178 reviews	View
Inn@Bayshore	7.6 Good 1,005 reviews	View
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking	7.2 Good 5 reviews	View

Top Central Park Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

10/10 Excellent

"Muy bueno"

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

8/10 Good

"Good hôtel close to the airport, clean and relatively quiet. Room a bit old but acceptable."

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff, convenient shuttle to the airport, good breakfast."

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

8/10 Good

"Functional hotel for the airport"

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

8/10 Good

"Too long of wait to check in taken over 35 minutes, not enough staff for checking the hotel"

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

8/10 Good

"The toilet in my room we can flush, and I had to constantly remove the lid and juggle the interior components. Very annoying!"

Inn@Bayshore

8/10 Good

"Simple, clean. A convenient and inexpensive place for an overnight stay close to airport. Staff is attentive."

Attractive oasis, conveniently located

10/10 Excellent

"We have a great time!!"

Beautiful centralized home away from home

10/10 Excellent

"Alvin was on top of things and made sure I knew he could help with any issues. It's a perfect room for a single person. The bed was super comfortable, the shower and bath worked well. The snacks and coffee were a nice touch. I would definitely stay again as it's in the perfect place for what I needed. They clearly are on top of things."

Other attractions near Central Park

San Mateo County Event Center

8.4/10 (184 reviews)

San Mateo County Event Center is just one of the places to see in San Mateo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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The San Mateo Japanese Garden

8.8/10 (46 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to The San Mateo Japanese Garden during your stay in San Mateo. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Cinemark Century San Mateo 12

You can take time to visit Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 during your travels to San Mateo.

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Shoreview Park

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

After visiting Shoreview Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Mateo. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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JoinVille Park

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

JoinVille Park is just one of the places to see in San Mateo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Parkside Aquatic Park

8.6/10 (24 reviews)

Parkside Aquatic Park is just one of the places to see in San Mateo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Fiesta Meadows Park

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Fiesta Meadows Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Mateo. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Poplar Creek Golf Course

8.2/10 (70 reviews)

Play a round of golf in San Mateo at Poplar Creek Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as biking. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Central Park?

Central Park is located in a welcoming area of San Mateo known for its beautiful beaches and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 25 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Central Park?

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Central Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Central Park?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Central Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Central Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Central Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Central Park?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Central Park, click here.

What can I see and do near Central Park?

Coyote Point Park, CuriOdyssey, and Museum of San Carlos History feature captivating exhibits. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Bayfront Park, Leo J. Ryan Park, and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. Create some family memories at Parkside Aquatic Park, Ice Center at San Mateo, and Casanova Park while you're exploring the area around Central Park.

How can I get to Central Park?

If you're taking a train into town, San Mateo Station and Hayward Park Station are the closest stops to Central San Mateo. There might not be many public transit options near Central Park so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Central Park hotels

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

2. The Catrina Hotel

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

4. Inn@Bayshore

5. Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

6. @ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home Near SFO

7. Grand Hyatt at SFO

8. Hyatt Place San Carlos

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

10. TownePlace Suites San Mateo Foster City

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

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

13. The Dylan at SFO

14. Courtyard by Marriott San Mateo Foster City

15. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

16. AC Hotel by Marriott San Francisco Airport Oyster Point/Waterfront

17. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

18. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

19. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

20. Hotel Aura SFO

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Top Central Park Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

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

Inn@Bayshore

Attractive oasis, conveniently located

Beautiful centralized home away from home

Other attractions near Central Park

San Mateo County Event Center

The San Mateo Japanese Garden

Cinemark Century San Mateo 12

Shoreview Park

JoinVille Park

Parkside Aquatic Park

Fiesta Meadows Park

Poplar Creek Golf Course

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