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Browse Select San Mateo Hostels

Orange Village Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (948)
"The rooms were very cosy, clean and comfortable, at a reasonable price! Will definitely recommend to fellow travelers in City"
Orange Village Hostel
Chapter San Francisco
Exterior

Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (307)
"Location was good"
Chapter San Francisco
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lounge

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (330)
"Great staff and location "
The price is Rp1.151.678
Rp1.341.032 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Amsterdam Hostel
Fireplace

Amsterdam Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (164)
"Nice place!"
The price is Rp1.108.267
Rp1.302.319 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Amsterdam Hostel
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Queen Room with Balcony and Ensuite | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (267)
"Great staff and awesome location"
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
European Hostel
Front of property

European Hostel

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (647)
"The "
The price is Rp830.957
Rp976.374 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
European Hostel
Adelaide Hostel
Terrace/patio

Adelaide Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (628)
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The price is Rp1.376.830
Rp1.617.694 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Adelaide Hostel
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
1 bedroom, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (48)
"Nice place to stay "
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel
On the beach

HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (125)
"ホステルとしては、全く問題ない内容だと思います。 車でない場合、多少アクセスに難はありますが、灯台の目の前に宿泊可能で、景色も良くのんびりとした時間を過ごせます。"
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel
Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel

1.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Modern place with sleeping pods and very nice people. "
Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel
Ansonia Hotel - Hostel
Front of property

Ansonia Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Enjoyed my stay! Not too fancy but gets the job done, clean and safe. Had my own bathroom so don't forget to request that if you don't want to share, though the shared was clean as well. Loved it!"
Ansonia Hotel - Hostel
DC Crashpad - Hostel
Porch

DC Crashpad - Hostel

2.0 star property
4.4 out of 10, (162)
"Property was clean.Guests in hostel were friendly. only complaints are dryer was not working and no clean towels for guests to use."
DC Crashpad - Hostel
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Loved this property. Beautiful rooms. Very clean and super comfy. My only complaint is that there’s no way to deflect the AC flow on the wall unit to avoid blasting you all night. But we opened the windows and enjoyed natural coolness instead. Location is excellent. Easy walk or short Waymo or uber ride to great restaurants and attractions. The hotel is one of the stops for the hop on bus which we used to tour the Golden Gate Bridge since we weren’t renting a car. The hotel has a lovely coffee bar in the morning. Free coffee is delicious and their lattes and cappuccinos are great. Wonderful attention to detail and very eco conscious. "
Dianne 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Mateo?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our travellers: Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG - 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 499 mm.
What is there to see and do in San Mateo?
In general, San Mateo is known for its festivals, restaurants and sports. Major attractions include Pier 39, San Francisco Bay and Chase Center. Get out into nature with places such as Coyote Point Park, JoinVille Park and Los Prados Park. Cultural attractions include CuriOdyssey, Hiller Aviation Museum and Fox Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around San Mateo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Mateo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.