San Mateo

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Panorama of the Pacific ocean on sandy Cowell Ranch State beach surrounded by sea cliffs, rocky headlands on sunny day in San Mateo County, California
Panorama of the Pacific ocean on sandy Cowell Ranch State beach surrounded by sea cliffs, rocky headlands on sunny day in San Mateo County, California
Panorama of Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park on the California coastline south of San Francisco on the Cabrillo Highway.
Pigeon Point Light House San Mateo, California
A Sunny Day on the Crystal Springs Reservoir, San Mateo, California

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Where to stay in San Mateo

Fire Road Through Redwood Forest, Sam McDonald Park, San Mateo County, California, USA

Highlands-Baywood Park

While Highlands-Baywood Park isn't home to many top sights, Sawyer Camp Trail and Hillsdale Shopping Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Highlands-Baywood Park
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is S$198 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
S$198
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,391 reviews)
Great location and friendly staff!

Reviewed on 12 Mar, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
The price is S$224 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
S$224
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,909 reviews)
Shops nearby were helpful. Super close to a big Macy’s that had food options and in walking distance of a Trader Joe’s. The pool was under maintenance while we stayed which we were not informed about before hand. That was disappointing.

Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is S$251 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
S$251
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,331 reviews)
Air conditioning was fine. I could smell bacon cooking every morning and the room always smelled like bacon.

Reviewed on 12 Mar, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
LakeFront Lavender House

LakeFront Lavender House

2 out of 5
1569 Lago St San Mateo CA
Stay at this apartment in San Mateo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Edgewater Park and Bay Meadows Park are located nearby.
LakeFront Lavender House
Lakefront Retreat  WaterViews 3BR 1.5BA

Lakefront Retreat WaterViews 3BR 1.5BA

2 out of 5
1567 Lago St San Mateo CA
Stay at this apartment in San Mateo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Edgewater Park and Lakeshore Park Beach are located nearby.
Lakefront Retreat WaterViews 3BR 1.5BA
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

Mid Century Garden View Home Parking

2 out of 5
1732 Royal Ave San Mateo CA
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in San Mateo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Parkside Aquatic Park and Mariners ...
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of San Mateo

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