What's it like in Downtown San Mateo?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in San Mateo's Downtown San Mateo neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown San Mateo travel tips? Make sure that you visit Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 and The San Mateo Japanese Garden while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels are there in Downtown San Mateo?

Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown San Mateo and start exploring everything San Mateo has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Mateo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown 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 Downtown 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.

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

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Our top choices for Downtown San Mateo hotels

1. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

3.3 km from Downtown San Mateo

William

₹13,327 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

3.7 km from Downtown San Mateo

Lori

₹16,010 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

3. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

6.4 km from Downtown San Mateo

Celeste

₹15,879 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

4. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

4.9 km from Downtown San Mateo

Christopher

₹23,997 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

5. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

5.4 km from Downtown San Mateo

Prakhar

₹15,337 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

6. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

3.8 km from Downtown San Mateo

Mele

₹13,286 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

7. The Westin San Francisco Airport

6.4 km from Downtown San Mateo

Karl

₹15,712 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

8. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

4.3 km from Downtown San Mateo

Kai

₹11,963 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

8.5 km from Downtown San Mateo

Francis

₹16,295 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

10. Hyatt Place San Carlos

7.5 km from Downtown San Mateo

Tarang

₹14,984 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

11. Hotel Aura SFO

9.6 km from Downtown San Mateo

Charles

₹13,260 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

12. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

11.3 km from Downtown San Mateo

Larry

₹12,289 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

13. The Dylan at SFO

6.7 km from Downtown San Mateo

Christin

₹15,163 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

14. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

8.5 km from Downtown San Mateo

Lamis

₹17,973 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

15. Hotel Skye SFO

10.1 km from Downtown San Mateo

GABRIEL

₹12,343 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

16. Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

8.8 km from Downtown San Mateo

ABHISHEK

₹12,341 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

12.2 km from Downtown San Mateo

jenny

₹15,621 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

18. Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG

4.1 km from Downtown San Mateo

Karlo Paul

₹15,564 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

12.2 km from Downtown San Mateo

Melissa

₹13,458 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North

12.3 km from Downtown San Mateo

Evelyn

₹14,620 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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Where to stay in Downtown San Mateo

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

A pier with a large number of sea lions resting on floating platforms.

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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A cityscape with tall buildings, a central plaza with palm trees, and a flag on one of the buildings.

Union Square

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

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A trolley on a street with buildings and a clock tower.

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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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a central park with pathways, and a few people walking.

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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A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

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 Downtown San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Great location within walking distance to Pier 39 Fisherman’s Wharf; lots of activities and eating places. Also close to Princess Cruise Port. Breakfast, supper delicious and a galore of choices. Staff were courteous and friendly at the reception, service were fast. We had the Superior Twin beds booked, huge room, very comfortable too. Did not use the outdoor pool."

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Our top choices for Downtown San Mateo hotels

1. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

3. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

4. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

5. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

6. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

7. The Westin San Francisco Airport

8. Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

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

10. Hyatt Place San Carlos

11. Hotel Aura SFO

12. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

13. The Dylan at SFO

14. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

15. Hotel Skye SFO

16. Hotel 1550 - SFO Airport

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

18. Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG

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

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North

Where to stay in Downtown San Mateo

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top Downtown San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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