What is South San Mateo like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San Mateo's South San Mateo neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Hillsdale Shopping Center and San Mateo County Event Center as part of your South San Mateo travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in South San Mateo?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Catrina Hotel is the highest ranked property in South San Mateo. This hotel offers free parking and free WiFi.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the South San Mateo area?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options in South San Mateo to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Mateo area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South San Mateo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in South San Mateo.

What can I see and do in this San Mateo neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Sugarloaf Mountain, Paddock Park and Bay Meadows Park. Hillsdale Shopping Center and San Mateo County Event Center are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around South San Mateo include Lakeshore Park Beach, The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Twin Pines Art Center. While you're out sightseeing, Oceanic Foot Spa and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Mateo.

How can I get around South San Mateo and the greater San Mateo area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Hillsdale Station.

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An outdoor patio area with a modern building in the background, featuring a glass door entrance, outdoor seating, and a variety of plants.

1. The Catrina Hotel

South San Mateo

Humberto

Rp2.037.182 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A row of two-story townhouses with white railings, a central tree, and a flower bed in the foreground.

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

East San Mateo, 3.4 km from South San Mateo

Megan

Rp2.503.308 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.

3. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

8.6 km from South San Mateo

James

Rp2.862.071 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

4. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

6.8 km from South San Mateo

William

Rp2.486.952 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A reception area with a counter, two patterned chairs, a yellow ottoman, and a large blue potted plant.

5. Hotel Aura SFO

12.6 km from South San Mateo

Charles

Rp2.400.680 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

6. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

9.6 km from South San Mateo

ross

Rp2.956.117 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern outdoor lounge area with seating, fire pits, and large umbrellas.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

7.2 km from South San Mateo

Martin

Rp2.612.088 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a dining area.

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

East San Mateo, 4.1 km from South San Mateo

John

Rp2.683.038 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a curved wooden balcony, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

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

Shoreview, 5.2 km from South San Mateo

Chris

Rp2.500.093 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-level hotel atrium with a central open space, multiple seating areas, and a glass ceiling.

10. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

8.1 km from South San Mateo

Christopher

Rp4.478.171 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A dining table with a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

11. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

21 km from South San Mateo

Sofia

Rp1.822.953 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a television, and a small plant.

12. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

7.9 km from South San Mateo

Deborah

Rp2.001.734 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bar area with a curved wooden counter, bar stools, and a glass display case filled with bottles.

13. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

14.6 km from South San Mateo

Larry

Rp2.293.280 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.

14. Hyatt Place San Carlos

4.5 km from South San Mateo

Laura

Rp2.796.239 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a high ceiling with chandeliers.

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

11.6 km from South San Mateo

Francis

Rp2.891.591 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

16. The Westin San Francisco Airport

9.6 km from South San Mateo

Mike

Rp3.077.115 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lobby with a cityscape mural, a reception desk, seating area, and a door with blinds.

17. Hotel Skye SFO

13.2 km from South San Mateo

GABRIEL

Rp2.672.734 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious, well-lit atrium with a high ceiling and skylight, featuring a central seating area with a sofa and armchairs, surrounded by a patterned rug.

18. Hotel Aluxor SFO

13.3 km from South San Mateo

Kenna

Rp2.211.021 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A multi-level indoor space with a central atrium featuring palm trees, dining areas, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

19. Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG

4.3 km from South San Mateo

Karlo Paul

Rp2.904.448 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a central lounge.

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

15.6 km from South San Mateo

Fan

Rp2.915.149 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Where to stay in South San Mateo

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A pier with a large number of sea lions resting on floating platforms.

Fisherman's Wharf

This waterfront neighborhood dates back to the gold rush era and is a hub for tourist activities, sea lions and seafood restaurants.

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A cityscape with tall buildings, a central plaza with palm trees, and a flag on one of the buildings.

Union Square

Fashion puts on its finest face in one of the country’s largest shopping plazas.

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A trolley on a street with buildings and a clock tower.

Downtown San Francisco

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a central park with pathways, and a few people walking.

South of Market

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

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A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

Nob Hill

Examine architecturally significant buildings, visit the Cable Car Museum and enjoy magnificent views of greater San Francisco in this affluent district.

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Top South San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was very very good."

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good

"We stayed in a compact but pleasant corner room on the 23rd floor. The view was striking, revealing nearly all the landmarks of San Francisco. Although the hotel sits away from many attractions, it is near public transportation, and the neighborhood felt secure. It was disappointing that breakfast was not included; however, the parking rate was much lower than at many larger chains, and the area felt safe and protected."

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

8/10 Good

"The reason for 4 stars in an otherwise great hotel is that the bathroom doors in our room were not staying shut because the spring on the door was broken. Upon confirming that it could not be fixed, we were allotted a different room. The front desk was really helpful in getting this sorted, kudos to them. I am taking away the one star for the inconvenience we faced."

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Our top choices for South San Mateo hotels

1. The Catrina Hotel

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

3. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

4. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

5. Hotel Aura SFO

6. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

7. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

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

10. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

11. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

12. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

13. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

14. Hyatt Place San Carlos

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

16. The Westin San Francisco Airport

17. Hotel Skye SFO

18. Hotel Aluxor SFO

19. Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Where to stay in South San Mateo

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top South San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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