What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in San Mateo?

A motel is an excellent choice if you're getting ready to travel around San Mateo. These escapes are usually located near airports and major roads, offer on-site parking and come with basic amenities and services. Spend your stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger choice of rooms and more amenities like a gym, lobby and business facilities, you can expect to pay more for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in San Mateo?

Stay within your budget at one of our 3-star hotels with free breakfast in San Mateo. Roll out of bed and grab a juice or coffee at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront , which comes with a swimming pool and a nearby waterfront. Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo is another stay that provides your morning meal and drinks without an extra cost.

Do any 3-star hotels in San Mateo have a pool?

Take a swim in between sightseeing at Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo or Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront . They're popular 3-star getaways that come with a pool in San Mateo. The summer months of June, July and August are a superb time to stay at a hotel with a pool here. If you arrive in the warmest month of July, you'll experience average temperatures of 14ºC at night to 23ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in San Mateo have an on-site restaurant?

After a day of adventures, chill out with a tasty meal at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO, an IHG Hotel 's on-site restaurant. This 3-star San Mateo option also features WiFi and front desk services. Or eat without having to go anywhere at The Bayshore Hotel San Francisco Airport - Burlingame . Free internet services and front desk services are a couple of other amenities available here.

Do any 3-star hotels in San Mateo have WiFi?

Whether you want to keep in touch with family, stream TV shows or access travel information, getting online is easy at one of our 3-star hotels. You'll be able to hook up to the WiFi at Expedia's collection of properties like Stone Villa Inn and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO, an IHG Hotel .

What 3-star hotels in San Mateo have parking?

Enjoy more time kicking back and less time searching for a spot for your car at a 3-star hotel with parking. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO, an IHG Hotel and Stone Villa Inn are popular escapes in San Mateo. Escape from the city for a day to explore different areas. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and University of California, Santa Cruz are a couple of amazing sights easily reachable by car from San Mateo.

Do any 3-star hotels in San Mateo have rooms with a kitchenette?

Prepare easy meals and snacks in your kitchenette at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront . Also offering a swimming pool and a terrace, this 3-star option is a popular choice if you're staying in San Mateo for a while and searching for more home comforts. Home2 Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North also has rooms with a space to cook. Other amenities here include a barbecue grill and an electric car charging station.

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AED 455 total

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9 Jan - 10 Jan

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Carlos Emiro

AED 522 total

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7 Jan - 8 Jan

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

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AED 405 total

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24 Jan - 25 Jan

The Pickwick Hotel

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Donn Carlo

AED 528 total

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9 Jan - 10 Jan

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Ingold - Milldale

Cynthia

AED 595 total

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9 Jan - 10 Jan

The Dylan at SFO

Millbrae

Tiffeny

AED 474 total

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16 Jan - 17 Jan

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

Airport District

Sergio

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

Millbrae

matt

AED 413 total

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8 Jan - 9 Jan

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Union Square

Margaret

AED 386 total

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8 Jan - 9 Jan

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Millbrae

Youngjin

AED 516 total

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7 Jan - 8 Jan

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

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

San Antonio

Gerald

AED 521 total

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7 Jan - 8 Jan

Maple Tree Inn

Sunnyvale

Sonis

Dinah's Garden Hotel

Palo Alto

Michael

AED 719 total

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9 Jan - 10 Jan

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

Millbrae

Jennifer

AED 510 total

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24 Jan - 25 Jan

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Downtown San Francisco

Brian

AED 778 total

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31 Jan - 1 Feb

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Airport District

Martha

AED 418 total

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9 Jan - 10 Jan

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

Oyster Point

Ayaz

AED 477 total

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23 Jan - 24 Jan

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fremont / Silicon Valley

Bayside

Mark

AED 330 total

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9 Jan - 10 Jan

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Palo Alto

Kelly

AED 717 total

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10 Jan - 11 Jan

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Mateo?

Expedia customers wanting an affordable and pleasant San Mateo stay often go for Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO, an IHG Hotel. This 3-star hotel, roughly 3 kilometers north of the center, comes with WiFi and free WiFi. Like another idea? Located 3 kilometers southeast of downtown and including premium bedding and a cafe, Stone Villa Inn is another favorite among guests.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Mateo?

Stay at a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to comfortable and clean rooms and amenities such as complimentary WiFi, exercise equipment and tea and coffee facilities. These stays may also have an on-site bar and restaurant. Elevate your San Mateo trip by opting for a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness center, round-the-clock room service and deluxe toiletries, you'll experience an enhanced level of comfort and relaxation.

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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Aloft San Francisco Airport

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Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

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