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The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (984)
"room was nice and clean front desk person was super nice. "
United States
susan
The price is ¥8,423
¥9,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
The Palo Alto Inn

LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Clean rooms cmfy in bed great tv selection coffee fridge and micro"
United States
Douglas C
LiA Hotel

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2329)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Olivet
The price is ¥11,556
¥13,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1296)
"Spotless room, wonderful staff, nice breakfast, and great location."
United States
Karen
The price is ¥13,195
¥15,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area

Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area
2.0 star property
Dimond
The price is ¥12,929
¥14,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2026
Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great stay, the hotel it’s at best location and it’s really clean and price it’s just perfect love it "
United States
Miguel
The price is ¥11,581
¥13,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Mylo Hotel

Mylo Hotel
2.5 star property
Daly City
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Clean room, kind staff, great location "
United States
Michael
Mylo Hotel

Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Sunnyvale
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1008)
"All,good, nice , close to stores clean "
United States
Maria
Travel Inn

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (384)
"Super clean, quiet, friendly. Excellent"
United States
Bruce
The price is ¥12,053
¥13,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Lombard Plaza Motel

Lombard Plaza Motel
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Very clean and good community"
United States
Hongjin
The price is ¥10,681
¥12,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Lombard Plaza Motel

Parklane Motel

Parklane Motel
2.0 star property
Oakland
6.0 out of 10, (1)
"Small"
United States
Fuhua
The price is ¥10,918
¥12,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Parklane Motel

Inn on Broadway

Inn on Broadway
2.5 star property
Pacific Heights
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (755)
"Great location, 100% recommended"
United States
David
The price is ¥13,335
¥15,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28, 2026
Inn on Broadway

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Overall a good stay and convenient!"
United States
Joaquin
The price is ¥11,696
¥13,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
2.5 star property
San Bruno
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (699)
"Great stay! "
United States
Mahesh Chander
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

Harris Motel

Harris Motel
2.0 star property
Foothill Square
7.0 out of 10, Good, (453)
"Room was clean, great cable, food and shops nearby. Great parking. Just wish staff had more soap and towel clean when I needed them"
United States
Marvin
The price is ¥10,750
¥12,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Harris Motel

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Sonya
The price is ¥12,402
¥14,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

Studio 6 Hayward, Ca – Silicon Valley Gateway

Studio 6 Hayward, Ca – Silicon Valley Gateway
2.0 star property
Hayward
7.0 out of 10, Good, (51)
"Great!"
United States
Jonathan
The price is ¥13,236
¥15,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Studio 6 Hayward, Ca – Silicon Valley Gateway

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay
2.0 star property
Marina District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"The location is good for me to go anywhere from this loction."
United States
Weimin
The price is ¥12,419
¥14,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay

Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.5 star property
Marina District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (132)
"The room was small but perfect for my stay 4 nights as i worked at Ft Mason. Great rate owners & staff are great. Parking is a little tight but is there."
United States
Robert
Seaside Inn

Wittle Inn

Wittle Inn
2.5 star property
Heritage District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (266)
"Clean room, easy check in, convenient location "
United States
Andrew
The price is ¥17,937
¥20,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Wittle Inn
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

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San Mateo Motels information

Number of reviews
15,340
Accommodation
102 Motels
Lowest Price
¥9,728
Highest Price
¥20,180

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Mateo?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what San Mateo has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in San Mateo, as well as Oracle Park and Pier 39 in the area.
What is a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The word "motel" was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
What are the best motels in San Mateo?
Here are some of Expedia customers' favorite motels in the larger area. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North is located 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the parking, and freebies including WiFi and an airport shuttle. The Palo Alto Inn: Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Central San Mateo is 15.5 mi (24.9 km) away. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 20 mi (32.2 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Lombard Plaza Motel: Central San Mateo is 17.4 mi (28.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Inn on Broadway: 17 mi (27.3 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in San Mateo?
In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. People visiting San Mateo have good things to say about the festivals. Favorite places in and around San Mateo include San Francisco Bay, Oracle Park, and Pier 39. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Coyote Point Park, Sawyer Camp Trail, and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: CuriOdyssey, Parkside Aquatic Park, and Ice Center at San Mateo.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Mateo?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Mateo to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around San Mateo when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around San Mateo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. If you want to see more of the area, ride aboard a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station.

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