What is Central San Mateo like?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting San Mateo's Central San Mateo neighborhood. Are you looking for Central San Mateo travel tips? Be sure to check out Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 and The San Mateo Japanese Garden while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Central San Mateo?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG is the highest ranked property in Central San Mateo. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Central San Mateo area?

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodations in Central 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 Central San Mateo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Central San Mateo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central San Mateo?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Central San Mateo, click here .

What is there to do in this San Mateo neighborhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Central San Mateo are Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. While you're out sightseeing, Poplar Creek Golf Course and San Mateo County Event Center are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Mateo.

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

If you want to venture out of town, San Mateo Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Hayward Park Station.

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

1. @ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home Near SFO

Central San Mateo

₩670,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

Shoreview, 1.9 km from Central San Mateo

Miguel

₩199,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

East San Mateo, 4.1 km from Central San Mateo

Ashley

₩185,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

4. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

3.4 km from Central San Mateo

Yvonne

₩184,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

5. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

3.8 km from Central San Mateo

Suan

₩202,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Hilton Garden Inn with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

East San Mateo, 3.8 km from Central San Mateo

Donna

₩186,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

7. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

4.2 km from Central San Mateo

Kerry Jimenez

₩172,936 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

8. The Catrina Hotel

Beresford Park, 2.3 km from Central San Mateo

Pamela

₩151,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

9. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

4.9 km from Central San Mateo

Christopher

₩256,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

10. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

6.4 km from Central San Mateo

Scott

₩194,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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

11. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

5.3 km from Central San Mateo

Provimar

₩226,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

12. The Dylan at SFO

6.6 km from Central San Mateo

George

₩207,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A gym with treadmills and exercise equipment, a pool visible through the window, and a building with balconies in the background.

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

8.4 km from Central San Mateo

Xiaoshi

₩198,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

14. Hotel Skye SFO

10 km from Central San Mateo

Terry

₩184,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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

15. Hotel Aluxor SFO

10.2 km from Central San Mateo

Yazell

₩154,841 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

16. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

11.3 km from Central San Mateo

Mechelle

₩178,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

12.2 km from Central San Mateo

Tonya

₩216,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A modern interior with a wooden partition, a stone accent wall, and a bar area.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront

13.4 km from Central San Mateo

Luis Alberto

₩171,454 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

19. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

28.2 km from Central San Mateo

Richard

₩259,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

20. Hotel Aura SFO

9.5 km from Central San Mateo

Charles

₩170,637 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Where to stay in Central San Mateo

Find the best Central San Mateo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Union Square

Major tourist destination in downtown San Francisco, Union Square boasts shopping, hotels, and theaters. Explore department stores, boutiques, and galleries, or catch a performance at various theaters. Enjoy the Dewey Monument and stunning views from nearby hotels. Easily accessible via cable car lines, buses, and subway systems.

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Downtown San Francisco

Serving as San Francisco's central business district, this area boasts Northern California's two tallest buildings, the Salesforce Tower and Transamerica Pyramid. Explore shopping malls like the Embarcadero Center and enjoy parks such as Sue Biermann Park, all easily accessible via Muni bus and rail lines.

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Fisherman's Wharf

Discover Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park in this bustling tourist hotspot. Savor seafood at family-owned restaurants and explore the sea lion colony, while enjoying convenient cable car access.

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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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Nob Hill

Luxury hotels, historic mansions, and Michelin-starred restaurants abound in this upscale area. Explore Union Square shopping district, Grace Cathedral, and the SF Masonic Auditorium for a taste of culture and history.

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Top Central San Mateo Hotel Reviews

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Service was outstanding."

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"We had really great service with all the staff we interacted with—the luggage people, the registrar, the cleaning staff etc. The hotel is so well located, clean, and quiet. Good size rooms too! The only thing that would have made our stay a little better would be a microwave in the room, but that is very minor. Otherwise, highly recommend this hotel!!"

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent

"This Hilton is a great location for where I go in SF. Some great view rooms at no premium. Clean and well maintained. Front desk staff was helpful and had a good parking policy for last day departure. The restaurant is ultra generic, unfortunately. I suppose they can't really compete with what is around them, but they used to have a unique asian breakfast buffet, but maybe that was a long time ago."

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Our top choices for Central San Mateo hotels

1. @ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home Near SFO

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

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

4. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

5. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

7. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

8. The Catrina Hotel

9. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

10. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

11. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

12. The Dylan at SFO

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

14. Hotel Skye SFO

15. Hotel Aluxor SFO

16. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

18. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront

19. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

20. Hotel Aura SFO

Where to stay in Central San Mateo

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top Central San Mateo Hotel Reviews

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

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