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Our top choices for San Mateo hostels

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1. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (474 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Interior

2. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (402 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
$127 nightly
The price is $148
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

3. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (471 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
$105 nightly
The price is $122
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
$86 nightly
The price is $101
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel
Front of property

5. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (717 reviews)
"It was great im coming back soon"
United States
Myla
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel
Lobby

6. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice hostel would go to again"
United States
Nathan Chance
$73 nightly
The price is $85
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel
Terrace/patio

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (658 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
$80 nightly
The price is $94
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Great location within walking distance to Pier 39 Fisherman’s Wharf; lots of activities and eating places. Also close to Princess Cruise Port. Breakfast, supper delicious and a galore of choices. Staff were courteous and friendly at the reception, service were fast. We had the Superior Twin beds booked, huge room, very comfortable too. Did not use the outdoor pool."
Florence 2-night trip
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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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San Mateo Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,252
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
$83
Highest Price
$148

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. Located within a 10-minute walk of Lombard Street and Ghirardelli Square. 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 Pier 39, San Francisco Bay, 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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