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Our top choices for San Mateo motels

Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Mylo Hotel

Mylo Hotel

Mylo Hotel
2.5 star property
Daly City
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"Clean room, kind staff, great location "
United States
Michael
Mylo Hotel
Outdoor banquet area
The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (989)
"The best hotel I've stayed at in the Bay. Hotel was so clean, staff was very helpful, and the room was spacious with good amenities. Will be staying here again!"
United States
Matthew
The price is AED 248
AED 286 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
The Palo Alto Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1013)
"good location, clean rooms, good water pressure "
United States
Nickesh
The price is AED 203
AED 229 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Clean rooms cmfy in bed great tv selection coffee fridge and micro"
United States
Douglas C
LiA Hotel
Interior
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (387)
"Super clean, quiet, friendly. Excellent"
United States
Bruce
The price is AED 284
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
Exterior
Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area

Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area

Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area
2.0 star property
Dimond
The price is AED 298
AED 339 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area
Property amenity
Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great stay, the hotel it’s at best location and it’s really clean and price it’s just perfect love it "
United States
Miguel
The price is AED 300
AED 349 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
Exterior
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1311)
"Spotless room, wonderful staff, nice breakfast, and great location."
United States
Karen
The price is AED 360
AED 417 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lombard Plaza Motel

Lombard Plaza Motel

Lombard Plaza Motel
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1016)
"every thing is as expected，satisfied with our stay"
Canada
Cathy
The price is AED 308
AED 359 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Lombard Plaza Motel
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Travel Inn

Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Sunnyvale
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Check in process. "
United States
Tala
Travel Inn
Pool
Days Inn by Wyndham Mountain View

Days Inn by Wyndham Mountain View

Days Inn by Wyndham Mountain View
3.0 star property
North Whisman
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Very clean and quiet, very friendly helpful staff, affordable price, adequate continental breakfast"
United States
David
The price is AED 320
AED 353 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Days Inn by Wyndham Mountain View
Deluxe Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
2.5 star property
San Bruno
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (703)
"Staff is great."
United States
Ming
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2338)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Olivet
The price is AED 269
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Interior entrance
Wittle Inn

Wittle Inn

Wittle Inn
2.5 star property
Heritage District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (266)
"Clean room, easy check in, convenient location "
United States
Andrew
The price is AED 441
AED 496 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Wittle Inn
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hotel Parmani

Hotel Parmani

Hotel Parmani
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Amazing experience friendly staff. Clean room"
United States
Adrien
The price is AED 320
AED 388 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Hotel Parmani
Exterior
Inn on Broadway

Inn on Broadway

Inn on Broadway
2.5 star property
Pacific Heights
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (767)
"Great location, 100% recommended"
United States
David
The price is AED 314
AED 366 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Inn on Broadway
Single Room | Free WiFi
Parklane Motel

Parklane Motel

Parklane Motel
2.0 star property
Oakland
6.0 out of 10, (1)
"Small"
United States
Fuhua
The price is AED 257
AED 293 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Parklane Motel
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Presidio Parkway Inn

Presidio Parkway Inn

Presidio Parkway Inn
2.0 star property
Marina District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (771)
"Great staff. "
United States
jessica
The price is AED 274
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Presidio Parkway Inn
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Living area
Travelers Inn

Travelers Inn

Travelers Inn
2.0 star property
South San Francisco
7.6 out of 10, Good, (560)
"Good convenient location, gas station and food shops close to the inn."
United States
Archie
Travelers Inn
Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed | Living area | TV
Surf Motel

Surf Motel

Surf Motel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"The room was clean , fresh towels and a wonderful manager . "
United States
Patti
The price is AED 263
AED 306 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Surf Motel
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"What a great location "
Karine 3-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Mateo?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what San Mateo has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in San Mateo, as well as Oracle Park and Pier 39 in the area.
What is a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The word "motel" was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
What are the best motels in San Mateo?
Here are some of Expedia customers' favorite motels in the larger area. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North is located 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the parking, and freebies including WiFi and an airport shuttle. The Palo Alto Inn: Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Central San Mateo is 15.5 mi (24.9 km) away. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 20 mi (32.2 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Inn on Broadway: Central San Mateo is 17 mi (27.3 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and concierge services are available during your stay. Lombard Plaza Motel: 17.4 mi (28.1 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in San Mateo?
In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. People visiting San Mateo have good things to say about the festivals. Favorite places in and around San Mateo include San Francisco Bay, Oracle Park, and Pier 39. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Coyote Point Park, Sawyer Camp Trail, and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: CuriOdyssey, Parkside Aquatic Park, and Ice Center at San Mateo.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Mateo?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Mateo to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around San Mateo when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around San Mateo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. If you want to see more of the area, ride aboard a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station.

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