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Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
26.6 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2116)
"Great stay "
United States
Samantha
The price is 2.461.235 ₫
2.896.751 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
3.8 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1357)
"Nice hotel and area "
Canada
Robert
The price is 2.526.004 ₫
2.871.940 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Lobby sitting area
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
28.1 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7185)
"Good location and great hotel to stay, the bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was good with lots of options! "
Canada
Veronica
The price is 3.224.154 ₫
4.879.422 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Courtyard
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
4.0 star property
3.3 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2725)
"Nice airport hotel…staff was great, breakfast was amazing "
United States
Lynne
The price is 2.461.235 ₫
2.798.301 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Lobby sitting area
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
26.1 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3060)
"Best location, friendly staff, had a wonderful time stayed! "
United States
Kalinda
The price is 1.994.157 ₫
2.356.300 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Terrace/patio
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4.0 star property
26.5 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2797)
"Clean and comfortable room, good staff, great location. "
United Kingdom
David
The price is 2.640.272 ₫
3.107.468 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
28.2 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3826)
"We stay here a lot, great place and safe."
United States
Albert
The price is 3.056.797 ₫
4.806.199 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Interior
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
2.0 star property
26.2 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1102)
"The room was very comfortable and the staff kind and attentive."
United States
James
The price is 1.890.949 ₫
2.225.552 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Balcony
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
2.5 star property
19 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2286)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Dixon
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Lounge
King George Hotel

King George Hotel

King George Hotel
3.0 star property
25.9 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2101)
"What a wonderful stay completely recommend Daya was amazing"
United States
Glenda
The price is 2.299.385 ₫
3.101.429 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
King George Hotel
Building design
Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO
2.5 star property
10.2 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2563)
"Clean room, close to airport, quiet. "
Canada
Jana
Hotel Aluxor SFO
Property amenity
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
3.0 star property
28.1 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2216)
"spotless, breakfast, location, all excellent I will come back!"
United States
Oscar
The price is 3.133.151 ₫
4.477.510 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Restaurant
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
28.6 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (954)
"Excellent location, service, price, and breakfast"
United States
Jennifer
The price is 2.295.889 ₫
2.529.954 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
Exterior
The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
6.4 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2032)
"Room great, location and shuttle were excellent Enjoyed 2 restaurants and Starbucks on site. "
United States
Robert
The price is 2.709.781 ₫
3.885.457 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Westin San Francisco Airport
Poolside bar
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
27.2 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1181)
"Perfect place to stay and enjoy "
United States
Ali
The price is 3.534.474 ₫
3.894.814 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Exterior
InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG
4.0 star property
25.2 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1021)
"Beautiful room and excellent food!"
United States
Melissa
The price is 4.107.324 ₫
5.918.759 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
InterContinental San Francisco by IHG
Lobby lounge
FOUND Hotel, San Francisco

FOUND Hotel, San Francisco

FOUND Hotel, San Francisco
2.0 star property
25.7 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (678)
"Very welcoming, everything was super close by and the room was a perfect size for me."
United States
Anthony
FOUND Hotel, San Francisco
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
26.5 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4958)
"Rooms were great, staff was great, location was great. "
United States
Jonathan
The price is 3.133.151 ₫
3.687.563 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Lobby
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
2.5 star property
Shoreview, 1.8 km from Downtown San Mateo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1259)
"Staff was great and check in was perfect."
United States
FLORENCE CARMELA
The price is 2.487.827 ₫
2.859.633 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 22 per person)
citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
25.7 km from Downtown San Mateo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1423)
"Great location."
United States
Todd
The price is 2.817.203 ₫
3.315.706 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
citizenM San Francisco Union Square
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Where to stay in Downtown San Mateo

Find the best Downtown San Mateo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Union Square featuring a skyscraper and a city

Union Square

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.

Downtown San Francisco

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a bay or harbour

Fisherman's Wharf

Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and Hyde Street Pier.

South of Market which includes skyline, a park and cbd

South of Market

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill showing street scenes and a city

Nob Hill

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown San Mateo?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in San Mateo's Downtown San Mateo neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown San Mateo travel tips? Make sure that you visit The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12 while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels are there in Downtown San Mateo?
Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown San Mateo and start exploring everything San Mateo has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Mateo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown San Mateo.
What is there to do in this San Mateo neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown San Mateo are The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Cinemark Century San Mateo 12. While you're out sightseeing, Poplar Creek Golf Course and Burlingame Museum of PEZ Memorabilia are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Mateo.