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Hyatt Place Newark/Silicon Valley

Hyatt Place Newark/Silicon Valley
3.0 star property
29.4 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (741)
"It’s great place to stay for family vacation. "
United States
shujia
The price is ¥16,140
¥18,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Hyatt Place Newark/Silicon Valley

Chase Suite Hotel Newark-Fremont

Chase Suite Hotel Newark-Fremont
3.5 star property
28.3 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The room was super clean, nice, and spacious. Staff was super helpful and nice throughout whole stay with whatever I needed! "
United States
Nicholas
Chase Suite Hotel Newark-Fremont

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
3.0 star property
21.2 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1110)
"The stay was nice. Ample parking and the room was clean. "
United States
curt
The price is ¥13,927
¥15,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG
2.5 star property
21.1 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Very nice rooms, friendly staff, good breakfast"
United States
Dana
The price is ¥18,491
¥23,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
18.9 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2302)
"Clean, cozy, great staff!"
United States
Stacie
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
25.5 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very good breakfast "
United States
Gerald
The price is ¥18,463
¥21,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
28.5 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1166)
"Beautiful hotel with great service "
Australia
Amanda
The price is ¥21,451
¥23,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
The Ameswell Hotel

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
27.2 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1239)
"The rooms were clean and the staff were super nice."
United States
Chi
The price is ¥23,348
¥25,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
28.6 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (977)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Douglas R.
The price is ¥17,080
¥18,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection
3.0 star property
30.4 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1345)
"staff was great, nice room"
United States
vicki
The price is ¥14,650
¥16,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17
Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
30.2 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1306)
"Convenient location, friendly staff"
United States
Diane
The price is ¥19,117
¥23,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
30.5 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1152)
"Clean room, easy check in and out. "
United States
Laura
The price is ¥21,480
¥24,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
25 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Every thing and all of the staff were just perfect. Love th w holidaydecorations!"
United States
Michael
The price is ¥22,909
¥26,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Dinah's Garden Hotel

The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
24.9 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (989)
"The best hotel I've stayed at in the Bay. Hotel was so clean, staff was very helpful, and the room was spacious with good amenities. Will be staying here again!"
United States
Matthew
The price is ¥10,577
¥12,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
The Palo Alto Inn

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
24.4 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1311)
"Spotless room, wonderful staff, nice breakfast, and great location."
United States
Karen
The price is ¥15,372
¥17,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
23.6 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great location, and safe. "
United States
Emilia
The price is ¥18,193
¥21,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
23.2 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1665)
"This place is so beautiful and peaceful. Such a nice place to stay. Will stay here again."
United States
Xan
The price is ¥13,938
¥18,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Creekside Inn

Menlo Park Inn

Menlo Park Inn
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"We've stayed here a few times and have always been happy with our choice. Friendly owners, good breakfast"
United States
Evan
Menlo Park Inn

Atherton Park Inn & Suites

Atherton Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
14.3 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very clean room and super nice staff!! Always a pleasure staying here!"
United States
Claudia
Atherton Park Inn & Suites

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
2.5 star property
10.8 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1542)
"Just a nice stay"
United States
Francisco
The price is ¥13,312
¥15,036 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
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Where to stay in Downtown San Mateo

Find the best Downtown San Mateo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Union Square

Major tourist destination in downtown San Francisco, Union Square boasts shopping, hotels, and theaters. Explore department stores, boutiques, and galleries, or catch a performance at various theaters. Enjoy the Dewey Monument and stunning views from nearby hotels. Easily accessible via cable car lines, buses, and subway systems.

Downtown San Francisco

Serving as San Francisco's central business district, this area boasts Northern California's two tallest buildings, the Salesforce Tower and Transamerica Pyramid. Explore shopping malls like the Embarcadero Center and enjoy parks such as Sue Biermann Park, all easily accessible via Muni bus and rail lines.

Fisherman's Wharf

Discover Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park in this bustling tourist hotspot. Savor seafood at family-owned restaurants and explore the sea lion colony, while enjoying convenient cable car access.

South of Market

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

Nob Hill

Luxury hotels, historic mansions, and Michelin-starred restaurants abound in this upscale area. Explore Union Square shopping district, Grace Cathedral, and the SF Masonic Auditorium for a taste of culture and history.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown San Mateo?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in San Mateo's Downtown San Mateo neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown San Mateo travel tips? Be sure to check out Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 and The San Mateo Japanese Garden while you're in the neighborhood.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown San Mateo area?
Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown San Mateo and start exploring everything San Mateo has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Mateo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Downtown San Mateo.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown San Mateo?
To find more details about updating your trip to Downtown San Mateo or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this San Mateo neighborhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown San Mateo are Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. While you're out sightseeing, Poplar Creek Golf Course and Burlingame Museum of PEZ Memorabilia are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Mateo.

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