Central San Mateo Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Central San Mateo
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Nice size room! Great breakfast included! And close in proximity to all things at Fisherman’s Wharf!"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Beautiful hotel. It is right next to the tenderloin of SF so be aware the surrounding area is not great but the hotel is great."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Centrally located on all the major transportation lines. Spotlessly clean. Awesome views. Fair rates. I always stay here."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"The room and hotel were very clean. All staff were wonderful. We had a lot of trouble with the bathroom shower and the room was very loud."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
"Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. The Wi-Fi was completely nonfunctional throughout our stay, making it difficult to work and stay connected. Additionally, the hallways frequently smelled of marijuana, which created an unpleasant environment and detracted from the overall quality of ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Central San Mateo
Fisherman's Wharf
Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.
Union Square
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.
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.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to San Francisco Bay – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
