San Mateo, CA

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Panorama of the Pacific ocean on sandy Cowell Ranch State beach surrounded by sea cliffs, rocky headlands on sunny day in San Mateo County, California
Golden Gate Bridge at Dawn
Magical Sunset Panorama over Santa Cruz Mountains. Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve. San Mateo County, California, USA.
Panorama of Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park on the California coastline south of San Francisco on the Cabrillo Highway.
San Mateo–Hayward Bridge as seen from the Foster City (San Mateo) end - Bay Area, California

Where to stay in San Mateo

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Downtown San Mateo

If you're spending some time in Downtown San Mateo, Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 and The San Mateo Japanese Garden are top sights worth seeing.

North Central

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Central and surrounding area, you can visit Poplar Creek Golf Course and CuriOdyssey.

Highlands-Baywood Park

While there might not be top attractions in Highlands-Baywood Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sugarloaf Mountain and Crystal Springs Golf Course.

Sugarloaf

If you're spending some time in Sugarloaf, Sugarloaf Mountain and Hillsdale Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Hillsdale

You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in Hillsdale. You might want to make time for a stop at San Mateo County Event Center or Bay Meadows Park.

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
$176 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$207 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,599 reviews)
"Tje breakfast was great every day. Nice selection to pick from. Hotel was nice and close to a lot of stuff."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
$140 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$165 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,859 reviews)
"Clean room,helpful staff.Breakfast was good.Enjoyed our visit."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
$147 nightly
The price is $173 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$173 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,370 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff were very nice. Having a little grab and go shop at the bottom was very convenient. The water pressure in the shower was like a pressure washer but other than that it was a pleasant stay"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

3 out of 5
2620 Jones St San Francisco CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,288 reviews)
"excellent bell captian team for luggage support"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Coral Reef Inn & Suites

Coral Reef Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
400 Park St Alameda CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,976 reviews)
"Don't believe the pictures of the property."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa

Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa

4 out of 5
550 Oak Grove Ave Menlo Park CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Menlo Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Stanford Stadium and Shoreline Amphitheatre are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (27 reviews)
"they did not send me check in instructions and blamed the booking on using expedia. They did not handle maintenance issues. Clearly they were trying to save money and didn't fix the lock to a an exterior patio door. we were on the first floor and in 5 days they didn't fix it. Microwave was unable ..."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026

Mint House Menlo Park by Kasa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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