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8 Aug - 10 Aug

Top San Mateo 3 Star Hotels

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Relax by the rooftop pool surrounded by comfortable seating and city views.

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4368)
"Great place to stay! "
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Experience the sleek, modern design of our hotel, featuring a glass facade and beautifully landscaped surroundings.

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1963)
"Really nice place to stay "
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Relax in a comfortable seating area with a polished floor and elegant chandelier.

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1511)
"Comfortable room, good breakfast choices"
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Relax in the outdoor seating area with a fire pit, comfortable seating, and large umbrellas providing shade.

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1195)
"Great accommodations."
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Relax by the resort's central pool surrounded by lush palm trees and a picturesque clock tower in the background.

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2815)
"Great stay "
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Guests can enjoy a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and a brick pathway leading to a comfortable balcony.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1350)
"I love look of the hotel and the brekfast"
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Located on a busy street corner, the hotel features a classic architectural design with ornate balconies and a prominent entrance.

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2553)
"Excellent stay!"
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The Dylan at SFO
Relax in this serene living space with a grey sofa, floor lamp, and bookshelf.

The Dylan at SFO

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1693)
"Great stay. Would stay again if I am in the area. "
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
The Dylan at SFO
Maple Tree Inn
Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and lush greenery.

Maple Tree Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2153)
"Great stay!!!"
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Maple Tree Inn
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Enjoy al fresco dining on the patio, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4436)
"Close to airport and great amenities. "
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
Experience the sleek lobby with a long reception desk, wireframe chairs, and a striking light fixture.

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1391)
"Great place to stay "
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Enjoy a self-service dining experience with a variety of food options at our buffet.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2035)
"Clean, quiet hotel near all the tourist areas."
The price is €160
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and shaded lounge chairs.

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel

3.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (2065)
"Near everything so you don’t have to go far"
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
Welcome to our hotel's reception area, featuring a minimalist design with a central reception desk and comfortable seating areas.

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"This is a great hotel. They had a great breakfast."
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG
Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center
Experience the city from a new height with panoramic views of the downtown area from this high-rise building's spacious balcony.

Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1095)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast in the morning was very much worth getting up for 😋"
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating options.

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1136)
"Nice affordable place to stay"
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Relax in style with plush sofas and armchairs in our elegant lobby.

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2850)
"Great place to stay"
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a high ceiling, large windows, and comfortable seating areas with sofas and chairs.

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1594)
"Excellent staff and location was great the hotel very clean and modern we enjoyed our visit and stay there. "
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Relax in the serene outdoor patio, surrounded by lush plants and a central decorative feature, with comfortable seating areas under umbrellas.

Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"Awesome stay, close to everything."
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley
Hotel Julian
Two single beds with white linens, each with a wooden headboard, are flanked by pillows.

Hotel Julian

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (387)
"Its pretty, quiet, clean and the staff was awesome ."
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hotel Julian
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is €207 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
€207
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,774 reviews)
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Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian

10/10 Excellent
"Its pretty, quiet, clean and the staff was awesome ."
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Hotel Julian
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Not bad"
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Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Mateo?
Expedia travellers recommend Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO, an IHG Hotel. It comes with WiFi and front desk services, and is around 3 kilometres north of central San Mateo. Stone Villa Inn is another well-liked 3-star hotel. Located approximately 3 kilometres southeast of downtown, it offers a cafe and premium bedding.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in San Mateo?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Mateo?
Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in San Mateo. On top of comfy surroundings, these cost-effective properties include a variety of welcome amenities like WiFi, tea or coffee maker and on-site gym. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with upscale features such as a wellness centre, outdoor or indoor swimming pool and spacious rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel category or budget, Expedia has the right option for you.