What is Central San Mateo like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring San Mateo's Central San Mateo neighbourhood. Are you looking for Central San Mateo travel tips? Make sure that you visit The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place 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 centre.

How many hotels will I find in the Central San Mateo area?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodation options 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! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Central San Mateo.

What is there to do in this San Mateo neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Central San Mateo are The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12. 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.

The Best Hotels in Central San Mateo, San Francisco - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Central San Mateo hotels

1. Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

Central San Mateo

₹47,492 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

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

Central San Mateo

₹68,685 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Aug - 9 Aug

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

Shoreview, 1.9 km from Central San Mateo

Greg

₹12,447 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

3.7 km from Central San Mateo

Mark

₹15,919 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

5. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

5.3 km from Central San Mateo

Satveer

₹17,084 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

6. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

6.4 km from Central San Mateo

Jeffrey

₹14,803 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

4.9 km from Central San Mateo

Juliana

₹17,313 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

8. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

3.8 km from Central San Mateo

Renai

₹12,521 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

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

8.4 km from Central San Mateo

Colleen

₹16,026 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

10. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

4.2 km from Central San Mateo

Melissa

₹14,099 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

11. Hotel Aura SFO

9.5 km from Central San Mateo

Stanley

₹13,044 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

12. The Dylan at SFO

6.6 km from Central San Mateo

Gerald

₹15,703 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

13. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

11.3 km from Central San Mateo

Luz

₹11,475 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

14. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

12.2 km from Central San Mateo

Courtney

₹17,343 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

15. Hotel Skye SFO

10 km from Central San Mateo

Jennifer

₹13,256 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

16. Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

8.7 km from Central San Mateo

Victoria

₹14,680 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

17. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

8.4 km from Central San Mateo

Robert

₹15,963 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

12.2 km from Central San Mateo

Denis

₹14,126 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

19. The Atrium Hotel

10.4 km from Central San Mateo

SOHAIL

₹13,951 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North

12.3 km from Central San Mateo

Shaobiao

₹14,535 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

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Where to stay in Central San Mateo

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

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Fisherman's Wharf

A historic neighbourhood by the waterfront, and a great place to eat out and enjoy the busy surroundings.

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Union Square

One of the biggest and most popular shopping plazas across the United States.

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Downtown San Francisco

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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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

Examine architecturally significant buildings, visit the Cable Car Museum and enjoy magnificent views of greater San Francisco in this affluent district.

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Top Central San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, great atmosphere,"

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"This is my 2nd consecutive weekend stay! For the nightly rate, thie value is exceptional. Very clean, friendly and courteous staff, cozy bar with television showing SF sites or local sports, and most importantly a plush bed with plenty of pillows. Bonus points for the yellow rubber ducky to accompany your deep bath with provided bath salts"

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Our top choices for Central San Mateo hotels

1. Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

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

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

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

5. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

6. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

7. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

8. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

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

10. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

11. Hotel Aura SFO

12. The Dylan at SFO

13. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

14. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

15. Hotel Skye SFO

16. Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

17. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport N

19. The Atrium Hotel

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North

Where to stay in Central San Mateo

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top Central San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

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