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 52 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, Burlingame Museum of PEZ Memorabilia and Poplar Creek Golf Course 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

Sanmateo Cozy Central 3b1b Home Garage Parking AC

Central San Mateo

₹40,520 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jan - 23 Jan

@ Marbella Lane - Bright and Cozy Home Near SFO

Central San Mateo

₹34,055 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Feb - 18 Feb

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

23.7 km from Central San Mateo

Emilia

₹13,660 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jan - 25 Jan

Creekside Inn

23.2 km from Central San Mateo

Alan

₹11,845 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Feb - 22 Feb

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

28.6 km from Central San Mateo

Douglas R.

₹11,426 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jan - 25 Jan

Inn at Rockaway San Francisco Pacifica

15.9 km from Central San Mateo

Tammy

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View | Balcony view

Pacifica Beach Hotel

15.9 km from Central San Mateo

Philip

₹10,698 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jan - 23 Jan

The Ameswell Hotel

28.6 km from Central San Mateo

Michell

₹13,910 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

19.2 km from Central San Mateo

Abu

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

27.3 km from Central San Mateo

Harold

₹14,937 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

24.4 km from Central San Mateo

Anaisa

₹10,325 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jan - 31 Jan

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

21.3 km from Central San Mateo

Dana

₹14,482 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jan - 31 Jan

The Palo Alto Inn

25 km from Central San Mateo

Rachel

₹7,731 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Jan - 1 Feb

Menlo Park Inn

17.1 km from Central San Mateo

Evan

Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection

30.5 km from Central San Mateo

vicki

₹8,675 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Jan - 1 Feb

Dinah's Garden Hotel

25.1 km from Central San Mateo

mark

₹17,438 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Feb - 22 Feb

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

27 km from Central San Mateo

jerel chester

₹12,049 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jan - 31 Jan

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Water View | Balcony view

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

25.7 km from Central San Mateo

Michelle

₹14,286 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jan - 31 Jan

Aloft San Francisco Airport

6.4 km from Central San Mateo

Jon

₹12,055 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Feb - 15 Feb

Half Moon Bay Lodge

17 km from Central San Mateo

Shaine

₹15,675 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

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