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Hostels in San Mateo

Chapter San Francisco
Exterior

Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (337)
"Loved this hostel "
Chapter San Francisco
Orange Village Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (966)
"Friendly staff and luggage storage before and after check-out is available. "
Orange Village Hostel
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lounge

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (342)
"Very good hostel "
The price is AED 261
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Amsterdam Hostel
Fireplace

Amsterdam Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (174)
"Nice place!"
The price is AED 266
AED 313 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Amsterdam Hostel
European Hostel
Front of property

European Hostel

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (653)
"It was good for the price, clean and quiet."
The price is AED 157
AED 185 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
European Hostel
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Queen Room with Balcony and Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (279)
"Great staff and awesome location"
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"Nice place to stay "
The price is AED 398
AED 468 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Adelaide Hostel
Terrace/patio

Adelaide Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (629)
"."
The price is AED 286
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Adelaide Hostel
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel
On the beach

HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (125)
"ホステルとしては、全く問題ない内容だと思います。 車でない場合、多少アクセスに難はありますが、灯台の目の前に宿泊可能で、景色も良くのんびりとした時間を過ごせます。"
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel
Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel

1.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Modern place with sleeping pods and very nice people. "
Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel
Ansonia Hotel - Hostel
Front of property

Ansonia Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Enjoyed my stay! Not too fancy but gets the job done, clean and safe. Had my own bathroom so don't forget to request that if you don't want to share, though the shared was clean as well. Loved it!"
Ansonia Hotel - Hostel
DC Crashpad - Hostel
Porch

DC Crashpad - Hostel

2.0 star property
4.4 out of 10, (162)
"Property was clean.Guests in hostel were friendly. only complaints are dryer was not working and no clean towels for guests to use."
DC Crashpad - Hostel
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff, clean, great location "
mary 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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 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. 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 & Jones St Stop and California St & Taylor St Stop. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk 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, San Francisco Bay, and Chase Center. Get out into nature with places like Coyote Point Park, JoinVille Park, and Los Prados Park. 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.