Photo by Lifang Yu

Find Beach Hotels in San Mateo, CA

Start date: Check-in selected.
To Date
End date: Check-out

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on San Mateo Beach Hotels

Tonight
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Tomorrow
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Next weekend
Dec 26 - Dec 28
In two weeks
Jan 2 - Jan 4

Our top choices for San Mateo beach hotels

Lobby
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
2.5 star property
East San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1250)
"Good place to stay, clean and good breakfast."
United States
Xiaohong
The price is ￥15,061
￥17,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
Exterior
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

Mid Century Garden View Home Parking
2.0 star property
East San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"This is a very clean comfortable property! "
United States
Serena
The price is ￥18,486
￥52,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking
Exterior
The Catrina Hotel

The Catrina Hotel

The Catrina Hotel
2.5 star property
South San Mateo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (938)
"Awesome place my go to"
United States
Virginia
The price is ￥13,163
￥15,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Catrina Hotel
Exterior
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

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

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
3.0 star property
East San Mateo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Close to good restaurants!"
United States
Paula Marie
The price is ￥14,626
￥16,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
Lobby
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
2.5 star property
East San Mateo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (943)
"Very comfortable "
United States
Yuichi
The price is ￥14,429
￥16,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
Reception
Inn@Bayshore

Inn@Bayshore

Inn@Bayshore
3.0 star property
East San Mateo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Loved my stay here! Loved the room and parking. Rooms are nice and clean with everything you need. "
United States
Rachel
The price is ￥13,283
￥15,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Inn@Bayshore
BBQ/picnic area
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
3.0 star property
East San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Everything was so excellent from recipients to breakfast room service. I’m glad to stay there."
United States
Amal Ali
The price is ￥18,065
￥20,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
3.0 star property
East San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Enjoy the stay"
United States
Thaw
The price is ￥18,373
￥21,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
Lobby
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
East San Mateo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (829)
"The room was nice and clean. Breakfast was great, had gluten free options. "
United States
Brandy
The price is ￥16,687
￥19,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
Outdoor dining
7 minutes away from SFO！Experience a freshly remodeled modern tranquil residence

7 minutes away from SFO！Experience a freshly remodeled modern tranquil residence

7 minutes away from SFO！Experience a freshly remodeled modern tranquil residence
East San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"Great communication between owner, supplies provided, sf very close "
United States
Elita Y.
The price is ￥21,296
￥46,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
7 minutes away from SFO！Experience a freshly remodeled modern tranquil residence
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"We had a wonderful stay celebrating our anniversary. The team kindly upgraded us to a high-floor room with a beautiful bridge view, which truly made the experience special. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were warm and attentive throughout our stay. We’d happily return."
Sreya 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hyatt Regency 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.