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Our top choices for San Mateo hostels

1. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (505 reviews)
"Great stay. Everyone was nice and there were people of all ages. Super convenient location!"
United States
Raven
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (494 reviews)
"It"
United States
SERGIO
$65 nightly
The price is $76
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

3. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (261 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
$74 nightly
The price is $87
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel

4. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (416 reviews)
"Great place! Great location, great price!!! Will definitely come back!"
United States
Itala
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

5. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Elickson
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel

6. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (739 reviews)
"The room I stayed in this week was better and had a better experience."
United States
Elickson
$86 nightly
The price is $100
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (664 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
$80 nightly
The price is $94
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel
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Learn more about San Mateo

Nestled between San Francisco and Silicon Valley, this vibrant city offers Japanese gardens and hiking trails in Coyote Point Park. Families love the interactive CuriOdyssey science museum, while shoppers flock to Hillsdale Shopping Center for retail therapy after farmers market visits.

A suspension bridge at sunset with city lights in the distance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in San Mateo?

Our guests like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator at this hotel. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: 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 is there to see and do in San Mateo?

In general, San Mateo is known for its festivals, restaurants, and sports. Major attractions include San Francisco Bay, Chase Center, and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places like Coyote Point Park, Sawyer Camp Trail, and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. Cultural attractions include CuriOdyssey, Hiller Aviation Museum, and SFO Museum.

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 Intl. Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit during your trip. To check out more of the area, take a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station.

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