East San Mateo, CA
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Popular places to visit
Lakeshore Park Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Lakeshore Park Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Mateo. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Stanford University Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour
Official Alcatraz Island Prison Tour with Free App Audio Packages
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
East San Mateo Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
I’m not sure ir I stayed in room 2322 or 2320, but the room was very clean and neat at my arrival. As someone that worked in hospitality for many years I know exactly when I room is clean. Very friendly and helpful staff starting by my housekeeper who gave me some advice to navigate around the city ...
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Shops nearby were helpful. Super close to a big Macy’s that had food options and in walking distance of a Trader Joe’s. The pool was under maintenance while we stayed which we were not informed about before hand. That was disappointing.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Room was small and very outdated definitely not worth the 400+ a night price
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
They need to be transparent about their parking situation. First of all its not free. And 2nd of all they dont have enough so if their garage is full you're out of luck and need to go somewhere else to park.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Bring an eye mask, the fire suppression system had a flashing light right by the bed. No toilet privacy in loft room but great for a solo traveler. Very convenient to the BART, Muni rail, and F streetcar. Most won't want to stroll the immediate area much, but there is a nice little Parisian cafe ...
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Other neighborhoods around East San Mateo
Bernal Heights
Appreciated for its bars and architecture, you might consider exploring Bernal Heights. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Esmeralda Slide Park, and jump on the metro at 30th St & Dolores St Stop or San Jose Ave & Randall St Stop to get around the city.
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Museum of Craft & Design are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 20th Street Station or 23rd Street Station to get around the larger area.
Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.
Mission District
Mission District is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to explore sights like SOMA Pilipinas.
South Park
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in South Park. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are major draws. Catch the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more of the city.
South of Market
Oracle Park and SOMA Pilipinas are top sights in South of Market, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Yerba Buena-Moscone Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more sights in the area.
