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Featured Hostels in San Mateo

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
City view from property

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"Great location, really friendly staff!"
The price is S$130
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lounge

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (311)
"It was a good, reliable place to stay! It's walkable to Chinatown and Fisherman's Wharf. "
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Amsterdam Hostel
Fireplace

Amsterdam Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (150)
"Great place"
Amsterdam Hostel
Adelaide Hostel
Terrace/patio

Adelaide Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (626)
"They let me stay last minute, wish it was a bit over 10am but it’s okay I woke up early. "
The price is S$178
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Adelaide Hostel
Orange Village Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (922)
"Great location, clean room, courteous staff, and amazing experience. I booked a private room for a conference and it was a perfect stay with no problems or issues."
Orange Village Hostel
European Hostel
Front of property

European Hostel

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (633)
"Good location!"
The price is S$83
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
European Hostel
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Interior

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (255)
"Rooms were great and location is excellent."
The price is S$282
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Chapter San Francisco
Exterior

Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (261)
"I won’t be staying anywhere else when I visit SF. This place is wonderful. "
Chapter San Francisco
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Mateo?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our travellers: Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo - 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Market St & 5th St Stop and Powell St & Market St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and laundry facilities at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 499 mm.
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 Oracle Park, San Francisco Bay and Chase Center. Get out into nature with places such as Coyote Point Park, Shoreview Park and JoinVille 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 International Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.