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

Rp2.137.614 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

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

East San Mateo, 2.5 km from South San Mateo

Ashley

Rp2.427.072 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

3. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

6.8 km from South San Mateo

Joseph

Rp2.484.034 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

4. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

7.2 km from South San Mateo

Martin

Rp2.475.668 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

East San Mateo, 4.1 km from South San Mateo

Donna

Rp2.679.890 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.

6. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

7.5 km from South San Mateo

Tanuja

Rp2.500.706 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

8.1 km from South San Mateo

Yingsha

Rp3.436.040 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

Shoreview, 5.2 km from South San Mateo

Miguel

Rp2.404.666 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

9. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

9.6 km from South San Mateo

ross

Rp2.774.853 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

10. The Westin San Francisco Airport

9.6 km from South San Mateo

Douglas

Rp3.073.505 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a green wall, a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a lamp.

11. The Dylan at SFO

9.7 km from South San Mateo

RAJINI

Rp2.695.033 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

12. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

8.6 km from South San Mateo

James

Rp2.858.712 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.

13. Hotel Aluxor SFO

13.3 km from South San Mateo

Kenna

Rp2.208.481 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.

14. Hotel Skye SFO

13.2 km from South San Mateo

Laurie

Rp2.484.923 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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

Joy

Rp2.871.407 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

16. Hotel Aura SFO

12.6 km from South San Mateo

Charles

Rp2.397.864 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A La Quinta hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

15.5 km from South San Mateo

Justin

Rp2.822.399 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

18. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

7.9 km from South San Mateo

Michael

Rp1.918.739 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with wooden furniture, a chessboard, and hanging floral decorations.

19. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

11.5 km from South San Mateo

Edward

Rp3.123.807 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

20. Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

13.4 km from South San Mateo

Julian

Rp1.752.162 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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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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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 city street with tall buildings, flags, and cars.

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 cityscape with a prominent skyscraper, a bridge, and a mix of modern and historic buildings.

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

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I loved everything about this hotel. Not one bad thing to say. Staff, housekeeping, restaurants, gym, were all great. Will definitely go back. Only thing bad was the nightly sirens outside but that has nothing to do with the hotel."

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"i absolutely loved staying here. every aspect of the experience was amazing. The staff was so attentive and kind. The rooms were clean and comfy. The breakfast was really good! The outside patios were THE spot to relax after a long day of walking. If you wondering on whether this hotel is worth the stay, trust me it is."

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"The Marker is a nice retreat a couple of blocks off of Union Square. It's a short walk down to Market for Muni rides or over to Powell to catch the cable car. The room was well appointed with a comfortable bed and pillows. I appreciated the water bottles in the room that the staff refreshed daily as I used them. Water pressure in the shower was excellent. The library in the lobby was a nice place to hang out for a bit rather than sitting in the room. Not to detract from a free perk, but the complimentary coffee manged to taste watered down but burnt at the same time. After dumping that out I bought a $9 12oz latte at Tratto that was also underwhelming. After that, I went elsewhere for breakfast. Overall, I would happily stay here again."

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Our top choices for South San Mateo hotels

1. The Catrina Hotel

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

3. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

4. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

6. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

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

9. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

10. The Westin San Francisco Airport

11. The Dylan at SFO

12. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

13. Hotel Aluxor SFO

14. Hotel Skye SFO

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

16. Hotel Aura SFO

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

18. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

19. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

20. Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

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

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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