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Check availability on San Mateo Family-Friendly Hotels

Tonight
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Tomorrow
10 Sept - 11 Sept
This weekend
11 Sept - 13 Sept
Next weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept

Our top choices for San Mateo family-friendly hotels

1. 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
  • Family-friendly park adventures await at this well-located hotel with premium in-room comforts and attentive service.
Rp1.903.374
Rp2.202.108 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

2. Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
East San Mateo
  • Coastal family haven near SF Bay offers free breakfast, laundry, and roomy kitchens.
Rp2.026.622
Rp2.329.501 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

3. Inn@Bayshore

Inn@Bayshore
East San Mateo
  • Family-friendly inn near Coyote Point Park offers free parking, amenities, and outdoor adventure access.
Rp1.723.528
Rp2.068.553 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Inn@Bayshore

4. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Bayfront
  • Celebrate family adventures at this bayfront hotel with a dazzling indoor pool, nature trails, and free airport shuttles.
Rp2.155.255
Rp2.450.417 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Bayfront
  • Enjoy family adventures with free breakfast, indoor pool, and stunning bay views just minutes from San Francisco's exciting sights.
Rp2.589.199
Rp2.943.790 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

6. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Bayfront
Rp2.185.367
Rp2.484.652 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
Ingold - Milldale
  • Family fun by the bay with a sun-soaked pool, 24/7 airport shuttles, and kid-approved accommodation just steps from Bayfront Park.
Rp2.416.680
Rp3.249.149 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

8. The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO
Millbrae
  • Enjoy a family-friendly escape near SFO with cots, premium channels, and streaming for all ages.
Rp2.355.635
Rp2.786.843 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Dylan at SFO

9. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
Rp2.102.616
Rp2.791.521 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in San Mateo

Breakfast included
Pool
4 stars
All-inclusive
5 stars

Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Cleaning staff were very good. Overall standard very good"
Gary Raymond 6-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"The staff when we arrived was so"
Iris 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Stanford Court San Francisco
The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great experience! Will be booking here again"
Donovan 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Pickwick Hotel
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Nice hotel and area! Helpful staff"
Rekha 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and nice staff"
Vanessa 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

8/10 Good
"Location"
Maria 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The Marker Union Square San Francisco

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

8/10 Good
"Staff was amazing helpful with suggestions of restaurants and things to do."
Veronica L 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Marker Union Square San Francisco
Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Super friendly and helpful staffs. Had a great stay this past weekend for our last min anniversary celebration."
Yi Ju 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

What's San Mateo like for family-friendly holidays?
The destination of San Mateo is a good option if you've been considering a getaway with the children. The cycling trails, festivals and sporting events are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Fly into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is the closest airport, or San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in San Mateo?
San Mateo SFO Airport Hotel is a hotel with a restaurant and free breakfast, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in San Mateo?
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's there to see and do with your family in San Mateo?
Hillsdale Shopping Center, CuriOdyssey and The San Mateo Japanese Garden are interesting attractions that you and your family will enjoy exploring while you are staying in San Mateo. Make sure that you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area such as Pier 39, San Francisco Bay and Oracle Park.
What's the best way for us to get around San Mateo?
If you want to travel outside the city, take a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station. San Mateo might not have many public transport options, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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