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Beach hotels with free breakfast in San Mateo

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
¥19,081
¥21,933 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

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

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
East San Mateo
¥13,410
¥15,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
¥16,898
¥19,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
East San Mateo
¥21,156
¥24,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
East San Mateo
¥19,404
¥22,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
East San Mateo
¥17,084
¥19,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay!"
Nazreen 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"A beautiful hotel just a couple blocks from the water"
Rhonda 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable and clean rooms"
Genevieve 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Was only there one night. but room was well appointed and had very comfortable bed"
Adam 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay. Close to Union Square and perfect stay for a broadway show with my family."
Sarah 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

8/10 Good
"the room was vey good - bed very comfortable - staff very polite the hotel is ideal as just off Market st & powell st where the cable car starts "
Dave 5-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
The Pickwick Hotel
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"I had a great staying at this hotel. The staff were friendly, and very helpful. The front desk gentlemen made a great suggestion to get their breakfast and snack buffet. That was so worth it, and the food and snack were fresh and pretty tasty. I would be coming back to this hotel."
Kar 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

8/10 Good
"Very clean hotel with a great location right near Union Square. The good: Clean, location, friendly staff. The bad: Parking fee is expensive (use the parking garage less than a block away instead), some of the rooms are pretty small, the pool is small, and the sauna requires a reservation. The meh: rooms are "outdated" (I liked it, but some people prefer more modern fixtures), and there seems to be quirky rules for accessing certain amenities (see sauna above). Overall: If its reasonably priced compared to other hotels nearby, I think this one is a safe bet."
Jeffrey 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

8/10 Good
"A friendly and convenient property at the edge of the financial district and walking distance to Cable Car, BART, Ferry Bldg and Muni routes. The common dining room has complimentary tea and coffee service all day. In each floor there are refillable water bottles with filtered water and amenities like razors and toothpaste Ina self serve honor system."
Michael 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

What is San Mateo like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its festivals and shopping, San Mateo offers a lot for the traveler planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in San Mateo?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in San Mateo: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 20 inches.
What is there to see and do around San Mateo?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. If you're eager to check out the beaches, head to Lakeshore Park Beach or Elmar Beach for some relaxation by the water. Experience the area's festivals and shopping, and make time for local attractions like San Francisco Bay and San Mateo County Event Center. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Hillsdale Shopping Center or Poplar Creek Golf Course.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in San Mateo?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in San Mateo more easily: To get to San Mateo, book a flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), the closest major airport, which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) from the city center. If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station.

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