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Our top choices for San Mateo beach hotels

A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottoman, and a fireplace.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a view of the city.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, hanging light fixtures, and framed artwork on the walls.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
₩155,588
₩178,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
A row of two-story townhouses with white railings, a central tree, and a flower bed in the foreground.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a large window overlooking a pool.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a toilet, and a glass shower enclosure.
A hotel with a prominent entrance, a large chimney, and the name "Residence Inn by Marriott" on the facade.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
East San Mateo
₩164,851
₩189,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
An outdoor patio area with a modern building in the background, featuring a glass door entrance, outdoor seating, and a variety of plants.
A modern reception area with a central desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden facade of The Catalina Hotel with illuminated signage.
A modern hotel bathroom with a white countertop, a mounted television, a Keurig coffee machine, and a sign prohibiting smoking.

3. The Catrina Hotel

The Catrina Hotel
South San Mateo
₩134,175
₩154,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Catrina Hotel
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a curved wooden balcony, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
An outdoor patio with a tiled floor, a round table with chairs, and an umbrella.
A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
₩164,655
₩189,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a dining area.
A modern kitchen with a central island, dark cabinetry, and a tiled backsplash.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a red umbrella, and a view of a building with large windows.
A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
East San Mateo
₩176,704
₩203,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
A Holiday Inn & Suites building with a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a shelf with various bottles.
A hotel room with a large bed, a blue armchair, a small table, and a nightstand with lamps.
A volleyball game in progress with players reaching for the ball.

6. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
East San Mateo
₩146,305
₩169,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
A reception area with a granite counter, a clock, a security camera, and a coffee machine.
A hotel with a 'Welcome' sign, free WiFi, and a reservation phone number.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.
A bathroom with a toilet, a sink, and towels hanging on a rack.

7. Inn@Bayshore

Inn@Bayshore
East San Mateo
₩138,241
₩165,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Inn@Bayshore
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a black brick wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with a Coca-Cola Zero vending machine, a coffee machine, and a dining area with a wooden table and blue pendant lights.
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by benches and greenery, with a multi-story building in the background.

8. Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
East San Mateo
₩160,928
₩184,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
A modern living room with a grey sofa, green chairs, and a marble coffee table.
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a window with curtains.
A modern house with a garage, surrounded by a landscaped garden with cacti and palm trees.
A modern house with a stone pathway leading to the front door, surrounded by various plants and a small fountain.

9. Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

Mid Century Garden View Home Parking
East San Mateo
₩234,467
₩541,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in San Mateo

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Beach hotels with free breakfast in San Mateo

A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottoman, and a fireplace.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a view of the city.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, hanging light fixtures, and framed artwork on the walls.

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
₩155,588
₩178,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a dining area.
A modern kitchen with a central island, dark cabinetry, and a tiled backsplash.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a red umbrella, and a view of a building with large windows.
A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
East San Mateo
₩176,704
₩203,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
A row of two-story townhouses with white railings, a central tree, and a flower bed in the foreground.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a desk, a refrigerator, and a television.
A hotel with a prominent entrance, a large chimney, and the name "Residence Inn by Marriott" on the facade.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a large window overlooking a pool.

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
East San Mateo
₩164,851
₩189,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a curved wooden balcony, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
An outdoor patio with a tiled floor, a round table with chairs, and an umbrella.
A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
₩164,655
₩189,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
A Holiday Inn & Suites building with a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a shelf with various bottles.
A hotel room with a large bed, a blue armchair, a small table, and a nightstand with lamps.
A volleyball game in progress with players reaching for the ball.

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
East San Mateo
₩146,305
₩169,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a black brick wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with a Coca-Cola Zero vending machine, a coffee machine, and a dining area with a wooden table and blue pendant lights.
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by benches and greenery, with a multi-story building in the background.

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO

Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
East San Mateo
₩160,928
₩184,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Extended Stay America Suites San Francisco San Mateo SFO
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Easy access from the road and good food at the lobby area…"
Aric 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Service and hotel amenities are wonderful! Convenient location!"
Joanne 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and the room was super clean and the bed was very comfortable. Staff and parking was very accommodating. Definitely a repeat."
Margaret 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing staff! Very helpful and amazing customer service."
Jocelyn 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Comfort Inn by the Bay
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Itwas great having Valet parking. The staff were helpful in sharing what was near to do and where to go to be safe."
Lynn 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room . Helpful and knowledgeable staff. Great location."
ANALIZA 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Frequently asked questions

What is San Mateo like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its festivals and shopping, San Mateo offers a lot for the traveler planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in San Mateo?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in San Mateo: 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 around San Mateo?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. If you're eager to check out the beaches, head to Lakeshore Park Beach or Elmar Beach for some relaxation by the water. Experience the area's festivals and shopping, and make time for local attractions like San Francisco Bay and San Mateo County Event Center. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Hillsdale Shopping Center or Poplar Creek Golf Course.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in San Mateo?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in San Mateo more easily: To get to San Mateo, book a flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), the closest major airport, which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) from the city center. If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station.

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