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Our top choices for San Mateo beach hotels

A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a view of the city.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, hanging light fixtures, and framed artwork on the walls.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
￥18,662
￥21,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
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 with a spacious courtyard, a sign for 'The Catalina Hotel', and a well-lit entrance.
A modern hotel bathroom with a white countertop, a mounted television, a Keurig coffee machine, and a sign prohibiting smoking.

2. The Catrina Hotel

The Catrina Hotel
South San Mateo
￥15,633
￥17,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
The Catrina Hotel
A row of two-story townhouses with white railings, a central tree, and a flower bed in the foreground.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a toilet, and a glass shower enclosure.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a large window overlooking a pool.
A hotel with a prominent entrance, a large chimney, and the name "Residence Inn by Marriott" on the facade.

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

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
East San Mateo
￥19,207
￥22,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a dining area.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a red umbrella, and a view of a building with large windows.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a yellow accent wall, and a ceiling with a motivational quote.
A modern kitchen with a central island, dark cabinetry, and a tiled backsplash.

4. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
East San Mateo
￥20,588
￥23,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
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.
An outdoor patio with a tiled floor, a round table with chairs, and an umbrella.
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.

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

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
￥18,474
￥21,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
A Holiday Inn & Suites building with a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.
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.
A volleyball game in progress with players reaching for the ball.

6. 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
￥16,375
￥18,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
A reception area with a granite counter, a clock, a security camera, and a coffee machine.
A hotel with a 'Welcome' sign, free WiFi, and a reservation phone number.
A bathroom with a toilet, a sink, and towels hanging on a rack.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

7. Inn@Bayshore

Inn@Bayshore
East San Mateo
￥16,101
￥19,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Inn@Bayshore
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a black brick wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by benches and greenery, with a multi-story building in the background.

8. Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
East San Mateo
￥17,053
￥19,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
A modern living room with a grey sofa, green chairs, and a marble coffee table.
A modern house with a garage, surrounded by a landscaped garden with cacti and palm trees.
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a window with curtains.
A spacious living area with a large window, a grey sofa, a black armchair, and a dining table with chairs.

9. Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

Mid Century Garden View Home Parking
East San Mateo
￥26,225
￥61,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.
Exterior detail
A modern bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and glass shower enclosure.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window, and a patterned headboard.

10. @ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home near SFO

@ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home near SFO
North Central
￥27,466
￥75,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
@ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home near SFO
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in San Mateo

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Beach hotels with free breakfast in San Mateo

A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a view of the city.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, hanging light fixtures, and framed artwork on the walls.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
￥18,662
￥21,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
A row of two-story townhouses with white railings, a central tree, and a flower bed in the foreground.
A hotel with a prominent entrance, a large chimney, and the name "Residence Inn by Marriott" on the facade.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a desk, a refrigerator, and a television.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a large window overlooking a pool.

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
East San Mateo
￥19,207
￥22,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
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.
An outdoor patio with a tiled floor, a round table with chairs, and an umbrella.
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.

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
￥18,474
￥21,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a dining area.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a red umbrella, and a view of a building with large windows.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a yellow accent wall, and a ceiling with a motivational quote.
A modern kitchen with a central island, dark cabinetry, and a tiled backsplash.

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
East San Mateo
￥20,588
￥23,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
A Holiday Inn & Suites building with a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.
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.
A volleyball game in progress with players reaching for the ball.

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
￥16,375
￥18,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a black brick wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by benches and greenery, with a multi-story building in the background.

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
East San Mateo
￥17,053
￥19,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic location and property"
Mario 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

8/10 Good
"Good but they need to change the carpet"
maria 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice property close to Fisherman's Wharf"
David 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good view very clean"
Alasdair 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Very impressed with the amenities. Staff was nice, room clean and quiet."
Steve 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Location"
George 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good
"Property is well located and the amenities on site were very good. Nice bar and decent restaurant. Negative is always parking. Expensive and our vehicle was actually too tall for the garage that is only 5’8”"
Glenn 4-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The Marker Union Square San Francisco

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Bryan 3-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
The Marker Union Square San Francisco
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

8/10 Good
"Great location. Rooms could be updated."
Jason 3-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Hotel Zephyr 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 Cinemark Century San Mateo 12.
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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