What is South San Mateo like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San Mateo's South San Mateo neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit San Mateo County Event Center and Hillsdale Shopping Center as part of your South San Mateo travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in South San Mateo?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Catrina Hotel is the highest ranked property in South San Mateo. This hotel offers free parking and free WiFi.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the South San Mateo area?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodation options in South 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 South San Mateo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in South San Mateo.

What can I see and do in this San Mateo neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Sugarloaf Mountain, Casanova Park and Paddock Park. San Mateo County Event Center and Hillsdale Shopping Center are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around South San Mateo include Bay Meadows Park, Lakeshore Park Beach and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. While you're out sightseeing, Twin Pines Art Center and Oceanic Foot Spa are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Mateo.

How can I get around South San Mateo and the greater San Mateo area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Hillsdale Station.

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Our top choices for South San Mateo hotels

The Catrina Hotel

South San Mateo

Craig

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jun - 21 Jun

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

8.6 km from South San Mateo

Benjamin

RM728 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

31.6 km from South San Mateo

Samantha

RM875 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

7.1 km from South San Mateo

marion

RM753 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

21 km from South San Mateo

Maria

RM450 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jul - 2 Jul

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

28.1 km from South San Mateo

Kama

RM855 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jul - 3 Jul

Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

30.6 km from South San Mateo

MARIANA

RM540 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

6.8 km from South San Mateo

Satish

RM538 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Maple Tree Inn

32.1 km from South San Mateo

Maren

RM425 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

9.6 km from South San Mateo

Gjorgi

RM550 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

East San Mateo, 2.5 km from South San Mateo

stephanie

RM535 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

The Ameswell Hotel

25.7 km from South San Mateo

Janiece

RM767 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jun - 28 Jun

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

24.4 km from South San Mateo

Taylor

RM814 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

15.6 km from South San Mateo

James

RM645 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jul - 5 Jul

Hotel Aura SFO

12.6 km from South San Mateo

Byron

RM561 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

11.6 km from South San Mateo

Roberto

RM638 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

31.7 km from South San Mateo

Andrew

RM927 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda

22 km from South San Mateo

Shukura

RM528 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

27.6 km from South San Mateo

David Corrie

RM1,237 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jul - 10 Jul

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

29.8 km from South San Mateo

Anthony

RM1,232 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jun - 20 Jun

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Where to stay in South San Mateo

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Fisherman's Wharf

This waterfront location is steeped in history dating back to the days of the gold rush. Today, visitors come here for its vibrant atmosphere and great food.

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Union Square

Packed with a treasure trove of upmarket boutiques, designer labels and department store, shoppers will love this huge shopping plaza.

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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 South San Mateo Hotel Reviews

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

10/10 Excellent

"The location was great, the staff was very helpful and wonderful, the room was very clean, and I loved my stay! The shuttle to and from the airport also made my trip that much easier. Thank you!"