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Hostels in San Mateo

Lounge
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (363)
"Love the vibe, great people, really great feel to the whole hostel. Would definitely stay there again"
United States
Josiah
The price is AED 261
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Exterior
Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (363)
"Well located near downtown. Having a semi private room made a big difference."
United States
Catherine
Chapter San Francisco
Queen Room with Balcony and Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (284)
"Comfortable beds, breakfast and parking included! It’s in a great location! "
United States
Diana
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Fireplace
Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel

2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (186)
"This hostel is a little pricy because of the location but it’s really nice and comfortable. Most of the travelers there are very young but it was a good experience. "
United States
Irwin
The price is AED 209
AED 246 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Amsterdam Hostel
Laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

2.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"So far, the best hostel I’ve stayed at in SF. Great location, and the staff was excellent."
United States
Jai
The price is AED 310
AED 364 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Lobby
Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (982)
"We liked that we could cook our own food."
United Kingdom
Sun
Orange Village Hostel
Terrace/patio
Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel

2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (631)
"Great"
United States
Leandro
The price is AED 286
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Adelaide Hostel
Front of property
European Hostel

European Hostel

1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (664)
"Good location!"
United States
Fabricio
The price is AED 157
AED 185 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
European Hostel
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Great experience overall for a 100 year old property"
Richard 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Mateo?
Our guests like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG - 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Chestnut St Stop. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 20 inches.
What is there to see and do in San Mateo?
In general, San Mateo is known for its festivals, restaurants, and sports. Major attractions include Pier 39. Get out into nature with places like Coyote Point Park, San Francisco Bay, and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. Cultural attractions include CuriOdyssey, Hiller Aviation Museum, and SFO Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around San Mateo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Mateo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit during your trip. To check out more of the area, take a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station.