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Our top choices for San Mateo motels

Exterior

Adrian Hotel

Adrian Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
"Just not it"
United States
Stone
The price is AED 250
AED 294 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Adrian Hotel
Exterior

Deluxe Inn

Deluxe Inn
2.0 star property
Cherryland
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (87 reviews)
"Clean convenient traveler motel"
United States
Thomas R
The price is AED 243
AED 267 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Deluxe Inn
Interior detail

Airport Inn

Airport Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown South San Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"One of my favorite stays in the Bay Area. Highly recommend!"
United States
Megan
The price is AED 372
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Airport Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom (Self check-in) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
2.5 star property
Richmond District
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Easy quiet stay "
United States
Sean
The price is AED 331
AED 680 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
Exterior

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,400 reviews)
"Nice hotel with good amenities and breakfast."
United States
priya
The price is AED 327
AED 378 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,084 reviews)
"Very convenient place to stay"
United States
Shaunna
The price is AED 321
AED 375 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
LiA Hotel
Courtyard

Redwood Creek Inn

Redwood Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Roosevelt
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (659 reviews)
"Redwood Creek Inn was a great place to stay for the weekend! Very close to the highway, close to Safeway, and I felt safe leaving my car parked on the property. I would also add that the staff was very friendly in answering my questions. Would go back again!"
United States
Alessandra
The price is AED 412
AED 466 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Redwood Creek Inn
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Living area

Travelers Inn

Travelers Inn
2.0 star property
South San Francisco
7.6 out of 10, Good, (589 reviews)
"Clean, soft towels, microwave and mini fridge in room. Nothing fancy but also nothing to complain about."
United States
Paterson
The price is AED 385
AED 451 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Travelers Inn
Lobby

Geneva Motel Daly City

Geneva Motel Daly City
2.0 star property
Daly City
6.2 out of 10, (224 reviews)
"Excellent room"
United States
Jone
The price is AED 413
AED 466 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Geneva Motel Daly City
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Rodeway Inn Alameda-Oakland

Rodeway Inn Alameda-Oakland
2.0 star property
West Alameda
6.4 out of 10, (716 reviews)
"Cleaning ladies were amazingthe and the staff was very organized and maintained property well ."
United States
Michelle
The price is AED 347
AED 396 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Rodeway Inn Alameda-Oakland
Exterior

Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area

Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area
2.0 star property
Dimond
5.8 out of 10, (9 reviews)
"Got bites"
United States
Alec
The price is AED 272
AED 310 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Studio 6 – Oakland, CA – San Francisco Berkeley Area
Double room with 2 King beds - Non Smoking | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub

Royal Inn

Royal Inn
2.0 star property
South San Francisco
6.8 out of 10, (137 reviews)
"The staffing was accommodating pleasant."
United States
John
The price is AED 477
AED 557 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Royal Inn
Lobby

Harris Motel

Harris Motel
2.0 star property
Foothill Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (511 reviews)
"It’s location was very convenient."
United States
Mark
The price is AED 243
AED 277 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Harris Motel
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Sunnyvale
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Its a nice and quiet place to stay."
United States
Thomas
The price is AED 271
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Travel Inn
Front of property

Oak Motel Palo Alto

Oak Motel Palo Alto
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"So the bathroom is all little dated but the surrounding area is great and the place is quiet. There was a giant 65 in tv in the room so if you like to watch tv this is the hotel for you."
United States
Christopher
The price is AED 291
AED 336 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Oak Motel Palo Alto
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
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,589 reviews)
"Good location quiet stay"
United States
Marcos
The price is AED 294
AED 350 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Interior

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (445 reviews)
"A charming little spot with wonderful staff."
United States
Jake
The price is AED 305
AED 352 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
Interior entrance

Wittle Inn

Wittle Inn
2.5 star property
Heritage District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"Wonderful service friendly staff"
United States
Mckayla
The price is AED 459
AED 517 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Wittle Inn
Front of property

Sea Breeze Motel

Sea Breeze Motel
2.0 star property
Rockaway Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (275 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
catalina
The price is AED 740
AED 861 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Sea Breeze Motel
Property amenity

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very kind staff!"
United States
Nanette
The price is AED 482
AED 561 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
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Top San Mateo Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic hotel for visiting San Francisco. Very safe/secure parking, rooms were very clean and comfortable. Staff was helpful. Easy walking to trolly stations. Will definitely stay here again!"
Emily 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour 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 Chase Center 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. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central San Mateo is 4.1 mi (6.5 km) away. Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 15.9 mi (25.6 km) from the heart of San Mateo. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto: Central San Mateo is 15.2 mi (24.4 km) away. Free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center are available during your stay. Surf Motel: 17.5 mi (28.1 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, 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 Chase Center. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Coyote Point Park, Shoreview Park, and JoinVille Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: CuriOdyssey, Casanova Park, and The San Mateo Japanese Garden.
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.